AQW 11723/22-27 Written question to the Minister for the Economy

To ask the Minister for the Economy (i) whether funding for the Skill Up Programme will be made available in the 2024-25 financial year; and (ii) for an update on the evaluation the 2023-24 Skill Up Programme.

Asked by Connie Egan MLA on 10 May 2024

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Tabled
10 May 2024
Answer due by
28 May 2024
Answered
22 May 202412 days after tabling
Department
Department for the Economy
Priority question
No

Answer

Long term strategic investment in our skills system will enable a flourishing economy and I am considering the best means of closing the skills gap, including which associated programmes and funding will best address this.

The Post Project Evaluation of the three-year Skill Up programme will be completed by 30th June 2024.

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