Qualifications Recognition

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 May 2023

Tuesday, 23 May 2023

Ceisteanna (696)

Holly Cairns

Ceist:

696. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if, given the skills shortage in areas such as construction, healthcare, teaching, farming, and caring, there are plans to progress a skills audit of people in the International Protection system with a view to harmonising skills and qualifications here; the amount that this would cost in the first year; his views on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24542/23]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth

My Department does not have policy responsibility for this area. As the Deputy is aware, policy on employment affairs and supporting business is held by the Department of Social Protection and the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment respectively. Where possible, the International Protection Accommodation Service will support international protection applicants to access employment-focused initiatives.