Mr. Tony Donohoe:

I agree with the Senator on apprenticeship programmes not being up-to-date. She mentioned plumbing and this has become so much more important with zero carbon. This probably does not happen as quickly as it should.

Regarding recognition of prior learning, RPL, in my response to Deputy O'Reilly, I highlighted some of the challenges but that is not an excuse for it not working. It should work and there should be explicit guidance on portfolio preparation. I agree broadly with the Senator's comments.