Rose Conway-Walsh (Mayo, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I refer to progression on the Connacht Ulster Alliance. Ensuring apprenticeships are a vital component was referred to in the speech. When will the apprenticeship strategy be developed or when will it be finished? Can the Minister, Deputy Harris, speak about that in connection with the technological universities?

We spoke last week about the ongoing funding needed. We want to avoid a situation we had with centres of excellence in terms of health delivery. That is not say that has not been done but we had the former Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, saying the UHG was not fit for purpose. Campuses need major investment. How can we make sure they are fit for purpose in terms of all they have promised in respect of regional development and individual fulfilment and attainment?