Changes in back to school clothing and footwear allowance schemes
This year, there are changes to the application process for back to school clothing and footwear allowances schemes. Those receiving social welfare payments or HSE payments, who have a dependent child, may qualify for the allowance. Persons on certain approved employment training schemes may also qualify for the allowance. The majority of those eligible […]
Suicide Prevention: Dáil Speech: Thursday, 5 May 2011
I welcome the opportunity to contribute to this important debate. It is encouraging that a debate on suicide prevention is getting priority in the new Dail, with contributions from so many Members in recent weeks. I offer my congratulations to the new Minister of State with special responsibility for mental health, Deputy Kathleen Lynch […]
Sixteen Clare Schools to receive Summer Works Scheme Funding
I want to welcome the announcement that sixteen Clare schools will benefit from the Summer Works Scheme. This scheme will see major improvements in primary and post primary schools across County Clare. County Clare has done very well from the allocation, which is worth over €40 million to 453 schools nationwide. In total sixteen schools […]