Carol Nolan (Laois-Offaly, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I have just one lead-on question if I have time to put it. Certainly, these developments are very positive and are to be welcomed. It is also great that there is a direct link with career guidance teachers and that they are in the picture as to what is available and so forth. That is very important.

Mr. Fitzgerald mentioned that there are between 5,000 and 7,000 applicants annually, which is also to be welcomed, but what percentage of those who start would he say will stay until the end? Do a high percentage stick with the apprenticeship until they are qualified?