Mattie McGrath (Tipperary South, Independent) | Oireachtas source

It is a matter of trust. The young have lost trust in this Government. Why is it that one in four of our young people have to leave our shores? It is a tragedy. Will the Government establish a specific ministry to deal with this issue? The time for talking and rubbing hands has long past. There are too many Departments dealing with this issue. We need a Minister who is focused and dedicated to bringing an end to youth unemployment.

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