asked the Minister of Labour what vocational training courses are still available for men recently released from short-term postwar engagements in the Forces.

I am sending the hon. Member a list of the 99 courses available for ex-Service men, under the vocational training scheme.

To what extent do regional considerations determine the courses which are offered to any individual, and whether there is any possibility of his being employed locally? Can the right hon. Gentleman also say how long it is proposed to hold out courses to men engaged on short-term engagements?

It would be more helpful if the hon. Gentleman were to put down this question. I have answered the Question on the Order Paper. One point I can answer straight away. It is that men who accept training in any industry do so on the distinct understanding that they will be mobile and be ready to take work wherever it is available.