asked the Secretary of State for Employment (1) if he will list those skillcentres it is proposed to close over the next three years; how many retraining places will be lost as a result; how many jobs will be lost; how much it is estimated these closures will save; and how this figure was arrived at;(2) what alternative training places will be provided in those places where skillcentres are to close; if he is satisfied that there are sufficient places available to meet demand and needs; and if he will make a statement.

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