Ms Laura Regan:

I did not but I can understand how some people might find it strange. I did not because I was used to being with boys due to the subjects I chose to study in school. I have always wanted to work in the construction or engineering sectors so being the only girl or one of few girls on a course did not bother me. ESB promotes the participation of women in apprenticeships at schools fairs, etc. and I go along to talk to people. It is better for prospective participants to talk to someone like me. Sometimes girls think that they cannot study to be an electrician, engineer, etc. but I reassure them that they can study for whatever they want.