Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 April 2012
345 Deputy Paul J. Connaughton asked the Minister for Education and Skills the options open to former construction workers (details supplied) returning to education in terms of assistance with fees, registration fees or living expenses;; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18575/12]
View answerI understand that the Technical Employment Support Grant, which is administered by the Department of Social Protection is designed to meet the needs of people who are experiencing a barrier in progressing into employment. The individual concerned should contact their local National Employment and Entitlement Services (NEES) office to discuss the options available to them. The DSP/NEES contact for the Galway area is Mr. Joe McGuinness and he can be contacted at joe.mcguinness@welfare.ie.
