asked the Minister for Education the plans, if any, she has to permit regional colleges to carry out research for industry in their localities; and her views on a link-up between them and local industry on a commercial basis.
Written Answers. - Regional Technical Colleges.
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The question of the introduction of formal guidelines to permit VEC colleges to engage in research and consultancy is under consideration in my Department at present. I will advise the Deputy of my plans in this area following completion of my Department's examination of the matter.