Diarmuid Wilson (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for his very comprehensive reply.

If there had been extensive discussion between the two ETBs on the matter then there would have been no need for me to table an Adjournment matter this afternoon. It is serious when one education training board, in effect, refuses to communicate with another on a matter of budget and personnel. It is unfortunate that this matter has reached the stage of being raised in both the Dáil and the Seanad in order for the people of Cavan and Monaghan to get fair play from the larger ETB. This is a delicate matter for the Minister because part of the ETB we are having difficulties with is responsible for the provision of training in his county, along with the provision of education.

I welcome his statement that a meeting has been arranged between the CEO of Louth-Meath and the CEO of Cavan-Monaghan. I hope the matter will be progressed in an orderly and speedy manner. I look forward to a positive outcome for the Cavan and Monaghan education and training board.