Mary Mitchell O'Connor (Dún Laoghaire, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

-----that people, particularly our young people, and also Deputies and Senators, know exactly what is available. These courses are available across the country; they are not being run in Dublin. I advise members to ensure they are informed about them. The budget for apprenticeship training was €142 million. Therefore, there are many apprenticeships in place.

Deputy McLoughlin asked specifically if employers are being encouraged. They are and they will get a grant if they take on the craft and traditional apprenticeships. That is not the case for the new apprenticeships. Another member asked about money. A member also mentioned that craft apprentices are being paid badly and that they would get the same money if they worked as a waiter. Who asked that question?