asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food his views on whether full-time agricultural students are being discriminated against due to the present funding arrangements, in particular, having regard to the comparison between agriculture courses and those of FÁS or CERT where training allowances are available; and if he will make a statment on the matter.
Written Answers. - Agricultural Students.
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I am aware of the dissatisfaction that exists in relation to the funding of agricultural trainees compared to trainees in other sectors. I am examining this matter at present to see what steps may be possible to resolve the difficulty.