Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 November 2022
458. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Social Protection the estimated number of persons currently on a community employment scheme or training allowance having previously been in receipt of a disability allowance. [57804/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraOn clarification with the Deputy, the question relates to Community Employment only.
The aim of the Community Employment (CE) programme is to enhance the employability of disadvantaged and long-term unemployed people by providing work experience and training opportunities for them within their local communities. The programme aims to improve a person’s opportunities to return to the labour market.
From the department’s records, some 359 participants commenced on CE from a Disability Allowance in 2022.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
