James Browne (Wexford, Fianna Fail)
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665. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection her views on the link between social welfare and ETB courses encouraging course participants to turn down employment in view of the fact that they would lose a place on an ETB course; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [50425/17]

Regina Doherty (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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The Department’s activation service is tailored to the individual needs and circumstances of the jobseeker, with the aim of him/her progressing to suitable, sustainable full-time employment. In the context of the agreed Personal Progression Plan, a need may be identified for the jobseeker to pursue a course of education, training or development, in which case the Case Officer will nominate the person for that course. If the person’s circumstances change while participating in the course, they should contact their Case Officer to discuss suitable options. Participation in a course would generally not be viewed as a sufficient reason not to take up a suitable, sustainable job.