Further and Higher Education

Monday, 9 September 2024

Questions (2005)

Sorca Clarke

Question:

2005. Deputy Sorca Clarke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the childcare supports that students undertaking further education training courses in Westmeath are eligible for. [35501/24]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

Officials in my Department contacted Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board (LWETB), in relation to this matter. LWETB has confirmed that there are currently no crèche services available through any of its Further Education and Training (FET) colleges. However, all learners are entitled to apply for the Affordable Childcare Scheme, which is funded by the National Childcare Scheme.