Seanad debates

Wednesday, 14 September 2011

7:00 pm

Photo of Jillian van TurnhoutJillian van Turnhout (Independent)

I thank the Minister. I believe she understands I raised this issue in a constructive manner. The example she gives of the Fáilte Ireland guidelines is exactly what I am talking about. However, that sector only represents, as she said, a figure of only 1%. We need to give such guidance sector by sector, employer by employer and host organisation by host organisation. In raising this matter I wanted to ring an alarm bell in order that we would have a planned programme of internships that would benefit everyone involved. Most employers are striving to do their best, but many need guidance. I hope the Minister, in carrying out the evaluation, will consider compelling host organisations to put a training budget in place to support the planned JobBridge programme.

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