Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)

What is the status of the further education and training authority Bill which is required to set up Solas? The Taoiseach has acknowledged this morning that the biggest challenge facing the country is presented by the jobs crisis. Crucial to tackling that is an organisation which is fit for purpose to ensure people get the training they need. I recently met some local officials that would be involved in the set up of this new organisation and they are really up for it. They really want to do a fine job for these people and give them the hope and support they need, but for that to happen this Bill must be in place.

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