Joe McHugh (Donegal North East, Fine Gael)
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Question 272: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if she will consider a proposal to support and train in-company trainers in the service sector, that is, airports, security, retail and so on; if there is or would be relevant accreditation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20104/11]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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From 1st January 2011 policy and funding responsibility for FÁS functions in relation to employment and community employment services was transferred to the Department of Social Protection in accordance with the provisions of the Social Welfare (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2010. Matters relating to training and skills development are proper to my colleague the Minister for Education and Skills.