Marian Harkin (Sligo-Leitrim, Independent)

I fully appreciate what the Deputy is saying. Accommodation is a significant issue for all third level students. We are talking about apprenticeships in particular. I just had a look at the apprenticeships that are available in Galway-Roscommon ETB. I see that it offers training in various locations. For example, Galway Technical Institute offers training as an accounting technician, auctioneering and commis chef are offered in Athenry, hairdressing is offered in Galway Technical Institute, and software development is offered in the Mervue training centre. The Deputy can see from that that a real effort is being made. I have just a few locations here. The Deputy will be aware of all of them in his own county. Every effort is being made to try to ensure that the courses available for apprenticeships are in locations that are as suitable as possible for them to attend.

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