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Fianna Fáil Senator for Louth, Erin McGreehan, has welcomed the announcement by the Department of Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science of the roll-out of €300,000 in funding to support students from the Traveller community.
The funding is aimed at Traveller progression to and retention in higher education during the COVID-19 pandemic.
It can be used to support students with study spaces, health and social impacts, caring responsibilities or technology supports.
Senator McGreehan commented: “I hope this fund is used to unlock the potential of students from the Travelling community.
"Encouragement, supports and flexibility are needed to ensure access for students who come from a Travelling background.
“I would also suggest that there needs to be a follow on for the students who take up these courses to ensure that there is a huge effort in securing employment opportunities.
"Travellers can be a huge addition to our economy if there is an effort to facilitate it” concluded the Louth Senator.
James Rogers receives his prize for winning the Captain's Prize at Dundalk Golf Club from Captain Eoin Doohan
Tadhg McEneaney on his way for a Kilkerley score. (Pic: Arthur Kinahan)
Photographer: Arthur Kinahan
Dundalk head coach Stephen O'Donnell before the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division match between Bohemians and Dundalk at Dalymount Park. (Photo: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile)
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