Springboard Programme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 September 2018

Tuesday, 18 September 2018

Ceisteanna (227)

Thomas P. Broughan

Ceist:

227. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Education and Skills the estimated cost in 2019 of providing 1,250 extra places on Springboard+; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37554/18]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills

Springboard+ 2018 will provide for over 8,000 places on 245 courses across the country. This is an increase of 1,500 places on the previous year. The estimate cost of providing these extra places is €3m.