Regina Doherty (Meath East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

That is nothing new. It has been the case under every former Minister in my Department which facilitates and supports community employment schemes which are an extremely valuable service. The Deputy is aware that there are several issues with community employment, Tús and rural social schemes. In the coming months there will be a review of participation in the schemes. However, they are a hugely valuable source of social inclusion and social services and it is the job of the Department to ensure they are supported. If there is an issue, the local Intreo office is the first port of call and if a person does not find satisfaction there, he or she can certainly come to me.

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