Oral Answers to Questions

Ian Levy Excerpts

Monday 1st November 2021 Commons Chamber

[Nadhim Zahawi]

All I would remind the hon. Lady is that, if we look at the league tables, England is doing well under a Conservative Government and will continue to do well. If she will only shed the tribal politics and look at the evidence—as I will, and I will present it to this House—then we can get somewhere with delivering real outcomes for the most disadvantaged people in our country, which I hope she cares about as I do.

[Ian Levy (Blyth Valley) (Con)]

12. What steps his Department is taking to help support young people in securing high-quality jobs.

[Craig Tracey (North Warwickshire) (Con)]

13. What steps his Department is taking to help support young people in securing high quality jobs.

[Ian Levy]

Blyth Valley is currently at the forefront of the green industrial revolution, with many fantastic businesses such as the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult in Blyth and Merit in Cramlington, which can provide a wealth of opportunities to our young people. Will my right hon. Friend agree to meet me so that we can discuss how to best meet the educational needs of our young people and employers, and bridge that skill gap to ensure we have the best facilities for all the pupils in Blyth Valley?

[Michelle Donelan]

We have embarked on a skills revolution that brings together our business and education communities to ensure that all courses are of a high quality and fit for purpose. I would be delighted to meet my hon. Friend, who is an excellent champion for his community.