Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 October 2017
260. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht her views on allocating funds for scholarships for young persons to support the learning of Irish in their communities; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42971/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraForas na Gaeilge, in carrying out its legislative mandate both north and south of the border, provides support, advice and financial assistance to groups who promote the language, including for the provision of courses and activities to help people of all ages to improve or learn the language in their own communities.
Some schemes such as the Youth Events Scheme, the Summer Camp Scheme and the Gaelbhratach Scheme are specifically directed at promoting the language among young people in their communities.
I understand that An Foras also currently funds the allocation of a limited number of Gaeltacht scholarships to young people north of the border.
Further information about the work of Foras na Gaeilge is available on its website: www.forasnagaeilge.ie.
