Michael Ring
Question:456 Mr. Ring asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs the position regarding the replacement to the student summer jobs scheme now that third level students have finished their exams. [16599/03]
Written Answers. - Summer Jobs Scheme.
As I have stated in this House on a number of occasions, there has been a significant decline in interest in the student summer jobs scheme due to the availability of alternative well-paid summer employment in recent years. Against this background it was decided to discontinue the scheme. A replacement scheme is not proposed. However, I have asked the area partnerships to consider how best they can offer practical assistance and support to students from disadvantaged areas in finding temporary summer employment in the labour market. My Department is in contact with the partnerships and keeping the matter under review.
Question No. 457 answered with Question No. 455.