Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 July 2018
536. Deputy Maurice Quinlivan asked the Minister for Education and Skills when the review into the pathways to participation in apprenticeships will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33605/18]
View answerAs set out in the Action Plan to Expand Apprenticeship and Traineeship in Ireland, SOLAS is currently reviewing pathways to participation in apprenticeship, including for a range of underrepresented groups. The review will identify any barriers that may exist to participation in an apprenticeship programme for these groups and for people more generally. The purpose of the review is to ensure that our national apprenticeship system is more reflective of the range and diversity of our population, more inclusive of diverse backgrounds and abilities and that apprenticeship opportunities are more readily accessible to all. The review will result in the publication of actions in this area in the coming weeks, along with the background research.
