asked the Secretary of State for Employment (1) how many men and women, respectively, have been registered as unemployed for three years or more at the latest count, and for similar counts during each of the past five years;(2) how many men and women, respectively, have been registered as unemployed for 12 months or more as at the latest count and for similar counts during each of the past five years.

I shall write to the hon. Member as soon as possible.