Further and Higher Education

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 May 2023

Wednesday, 31 May 2023

Questions (209)

Violet-Anne Wynne

Question:

209. Deputy Violet-Anne Wynne asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the childcare support that students are eligible for who are undertaking FET courses in Clare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26702/23]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

Officials in my Department have contacted the Limerick Clare Education and Training Board (LCETB), in relation to this matter. 

LCETB has confirmed that there are currently no crèche services available through any of its Further Education and Training (FET) colleges.  However, all learners are entitled to apply for the Affordable Childcare Scheme, which is funded by the National Childcare Scheme.