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that we feel that it will be important for the review to consider options other than work permits for unskilled jobs as a way of helping St Helena. If the territory does face problems the Training and Work Experience Scheme in its standard form may not provide a ready-made answer but we can consider whether other arrangements could be worked out to help to develop the islanders' skills and earning power.

I should be glad to know whether you can agree to proceed on this basis. I am copying this letter to Simon Norton at DE.

If you have difficulties with the Home Secretary's proposals I suggest we arrange a meeting at an early opportunity.

Your

Runell

RG YATES

B2 Division

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