A parliamentary question seeks information on apprenticeship and traineeship programs within the Minister's portfolio, specifically focusing on Western Power's current employment numbers, planned increases for 2005-06, and allocated resources. The response details Western Power's existing programs and planned expansion.

AnsweredQoN 1242Legislative Council
Asked
29 April 2005
Portfolio
Energy

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For each Department or Agency for which the Minister has responsibility -
(1) How many apprentices are currently employed?
(2) How many trainees are currently employed?
(3) Are there currently any plans to increase the number of apprenticeships and traineeships for the year 2005-06?
(4) If yes, what is the proposed increase?
(5) What funds and resources have been allocated for this purpose?
(6) If not, why not?

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Answered
21 June 2005
Responded by
Leader of the House representing the Minister for Energy
Response time
53 days
Western Power (1) 51 (2) 146 (3) Yes (4) A further 18 trade apprentices and 18 trainees. (5) $6.72 million plus ongoing funding for the Power Training Services facility at Jandakot that provides industry-specific training in electricity supply transmission and distribution for the Networks trainees. (6) N/A

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