To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what recent representations he has received from the business community in relation to careers advice and guidance; and if he will make a statement. [110194]

The business community is well represented on Connexions Partnerships Boards and Local Management Committees that are involved in the development of careers advice, guidance and other support for young people. While the Secretary of State receives a number of representations from Connexions Partnerships these are not collated in any particular form.