To achieve the maximum impact we need a wide range of organisations to participate and make a contribution. Together we really can make a difference to the lives of our young people.

I want to give producers more financial security.

If we can modernise the workforce, make them better qualified, have this framework of qualifications, then I think they have a very good case for more money.

My focus and that of all members of the Government responsible for delivering services to the public is to make sure that the public sector can use all the skills it needs to do the job the public wants it to do.

We do recognise the need to move towards the publication of information showing the progress made by pupils from one stage of their education to another.

However, the Government has made it clear that we do not encourage the recruitment of teachers from developing nations where there may be an adverse effect on the economy.