Arthur Morgan (Louth, Sinn Fein)
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Question 210: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he will consider the construction of a new FÁS office in Ashbourne to cater for the increased demand in south and east Meath for the services of FÁS and in particular in recognition of the rapidly increasing population of this area. [8189/05]

Tony Killeen (Clare, Fianna Fail)
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Given the changing demography in the south Meath area, FÁS established a twice monthly clinic in the health centre in Ashbourne approximately six years ago. An employment services officer is available to meet clients and to provide access to the full range of FÁS services at this clinic. Experience to date is that the numbers availing of this facility in Ashbourne are low. However, FÁS will keep the matter under review and, if necessary, increase its presence in the Ashbourne area should the need arise. Delivery of services by FÁS to meet local demand is in the first instance a matter for FÁS.