Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
1315. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science further to Parliamentary Question No. 170 of 6 July 2022, if there will be a recurring financial cost for workers with the new licensing model; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42862/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraA Memo will be brought to Government soon outlining the draft General Scheme of a Bill which will simplify the current skills certification and safety awareness training arrangements, linking accreditation and training on a single licence.
The licensing authority will levy such fees required at the renewal stage to sustain operations. The recurring fee period will be on the condition that the applicant successfully completes the appropriate skills assessments applicable at the time of renewal.
