Brendan Smith (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)

The internship programme we have suggested could be similar to the important JobBridge programme that is under way. I understand that the Finuas programme is receiving approximately €1 million in Exchequer support each year. If another €1 million could be found somewhere, it would be put to very good use. The State-owned and State-supported banks, which have been given substantial support by the Irish taxpayer, should be reminded that they need to have a role in assisting graduate employment.

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