Apprenticeship Programmes

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 February 2013

Thursday, 14 February 2013

Questions (173)

Brendan Griffin

Question:

173. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will review the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7862/13]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Education and Skills

This is a day to day operation matter for FÁS who have responsibility for the Redundant Apprentice Placement Scheme (RAPS).

FÁS have informed me that it is a requirement of this scheme that an Employer must provide a Tax Clearance Certificate to qualify to train redundant apprentices.

It is not possible for FÁS to allow this employer to employ the individual in question until the Tax Clearance Certificate is provided.