AQW 17777/17-22 Written question to the Minister for the Economy
To ask the Minister for the Economy for a timeline for expanding apprenticeships to all ages, as outlined in the Economic Recovery Action Plan.
Asked by Stewart Dickson MLA on 22 April 2021
- Answered
- Written
- Tabled
- 22 April 2021
- Answer due by
- 10 May 2021
- Answered
- 27 April 20215 days after tabling
- Department
- Department for the Economy
- Priority question
- No
Answer
I am committed to making apprenticeship opportunities at levels 2 and 3 available to more people and sectors by amending the current age-related criteria.
My Department continues to develop this proposal, including engaging with stakeholders across a range of sectors on implementation. I intend to bring forward proposals to make sure this commitment is delivered this year as age should not be a barrier to lifelong learning.