Ferghal Blaney

Political Editor, old school hack, new tech messer

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Government plans to ban phones in the classroom

https://t.co/mnO3StxWye

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@lawlessj
Excited to be at the fantastic construction training facility in Mount Lucas launching the Skillnet Modern Methods of Construction Accelerate platform. I am committed to equipping Ireland’s workforce with the skills needed for our national priorities
@SkillnetIreland

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@lawlessj
Today I approved two further Colleges of the Future in @GRETBOfficial and @CDETB

Government funding will drive the development of these projects which will act as a focal point for FET services and addressing deficits in current FET infrastructure.

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@lawlessj
Thanks to the board of the HEA (Higher Education Authority) for their warm welcome at their HQ on Shelbourne Road in Dublin. We had a warm exchange of views and I look forward to a fruitful working relationship with the HEA over the coming years

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@lawlessj
Engaging and thought-provoking Upfront with Katie Hannon special on drugs policy on RTE last night. I was representing the Government where I outlined how a health-led approach is the way forward to deal with the societal scourge that is drugs in our communities

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@lawlessj
Sunny Corrib campus was the perfect place to launch the next phase in the development of University of Galway with their new Strategic Plan 2025-2030 alongside Interim President Peter McHugh and colleagues

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@lawlessj
Fantastic to see firsthand the marvelous training of apprentices in areas such as carpentry, plumbing and welding at the GRETB (Galway Roscommon Educational and Training Board) centre in Mervue in Galway city

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@lawlessj
Proud to deliver the closing address at the National Access Forum where I was also delighted to be able to announce that funding for the PATH (Programme for Access to Higher Education) 1 and 3 projects have now been placed on a permanent footing.

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@lawlessj
1. To foster research and innovation as an economic enabler.; 2. To provide high quality accessible higher education; 3. To expand pathways to skills to match Ireland’s evolving workforce needs; 4. To promote curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge as a public good

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@lawlessj
Delivered a keynote address at the IUA (Irish Universities Association) Future of Ireland event where I outlined four of my key priorities as Minister,
@IUAofficial
@DeptofFHed
@merrionstreet
@fiannafailparty

[Department of Further and Higher Education @DeptofFHed]

Minister James Lawless @lawlessj today addressed the @ETBIreland Ireland Further Education and Training @ThisisFet conference. "The success of the FET sector relies on all of us. Together, we can empower individuals, drive economic growth & build a future-ready workforce."

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Taoiseach backs Robbie Keane in ongoing row over coaching role at Israeli club

https://t.co/ooOkGthFGo

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Net closes on Kinahans as Justice Minister set to open extradition negotiations

https://t.co/8L0d3hFoYU

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A new job as The Hand perhaps!? 😆😉

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Dail staff threaten to usher in strikes over new policing duties on protest days

https://t.co/AdJl08FQI1

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Judges to be given powers for stricter parole provisions under new legislation https://t.co/Z7pIP4u5OM

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Judges to be given powers for stricter parole provisions under new legislation

https://t.co/EvTCKW0AqC

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Call for 'dry bars' instead of full alcohol bars in new late opening hour laws https://t.co/N1zxNOShz5

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Hopes Emily Hand can be released on her birthday weekend

https://t.co/T5HfnVJeeP

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Concern over teens getting 'bags of cans' from food delivery drivers

https://t.co/868D4XIcur

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Irish citizens escaping Gaza greeted by Tanaiste https://t.co/9FOqeX4t5x