Jimmy Devins (Sligo-North Leitrim, Fianna Fail)

I thank the Deputy for his suggestions. It is important to stress again that FÁS, because of the downturn in the construction industry in particular, is actively engaged in meeting people who have been, unfortunately, made redundant and providing them with a personal work programme to assist them in returning to employment. All of the suggestions made must be considered in the context of the forthcoming budget.

The Government is open to new ideas and if Deputy English has any, he should put them forward for consideration.

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