David Stanton
Question:143 Mr. Stanton asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the action she is taking to promote training for persons aged over 50 years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17090/01]
Vol. 537 No. 5
143 Mr. Stanton asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the action she is taking to promote training for persons aged over 50 years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17090/01]
Strong economic and employment growth means that there are plenty of employment opportunities for all who are in a position to avail of them. For its part the Government is pursuing a range of policies, including fiscal policies, which assist in improving the reward for work, including that of older persons. Training is just one of the elements that may encourage older persons to remain in or return to the workforce.