Given that the issues arising have an impact beyond the labour market dimension, a cross-departmental, senior officials group has been asked to consider options for the future provision of community services, having regard to the contribution now being made by community employment and concerns expressed by the social partners and key stakeholders. The experience to date with the implementation of the social economy programme will also be of relevance in this regard. The outcome of these various initiatives will inform the Government's consideration of options for the future of community employment, as will the outcome of the 2003 Estimates process.