Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 October 2025
889. Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the detailed breakdown of funding allocations for Youthreach for 2024, 2025 and 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56833/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Youthreach programme is of great importance to my Department as it provides early school leavers with the knowledge, skills and confidence required to participate fully in society and progress to further education, training and employment.
My Department allocates funding to SOLAS from the Exchequer and the National Training Fund (NTF) to deliver Further Education and Training programmes and services by the 16 Education and Training Boards and other agencies throughout the country.
SOLAS has advised that funding allocated to Youthreach in 2024 and 2025 was €74 million and €76 million respectively. Programme level allocations for 2026 are not available at this stage.
