Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, what target he has for the number of apprenticeship places to be taken by black and ethnic minority applicants; and if he will make a statement.

The government believes that apprenticeships provide an excellent opportunity for people from all backgrounds. We are committed to 3 million apprenticeship starts during this parliament which will open many more opportunities for apprenticeships for people from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background.