Education and Training Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 February 2015

Tuesday, 17 February 2015

Questions (423)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

423. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Skills if a subsidised travel grant exists for those in receipt of social welfare and taking part in a Foras Áiseanna Saothair, the Irish National Training and Employment Authority vocational training opportunities scheme course; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6759/15]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Education and Skills

Participants on full time training courses formerly delivered by FÁS and participants on Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme courses receive travel allowances, based on distance travelled to the course, where appropriate. These courses are now delivered by Education and Training Boards and funded by SOLAS.