Fás reform could mean more courses by private companies

MORE courses offered by private companies and less funding for hobby courses could form part of the overhaul of further education and training in the replacement of Fás.

They are among issues on which Training and Skills Minister Ciarán Cannon is seeking the views of stakeholders in the sector while legislation is being finalised to set up the Solas agency.

Announced in July by Education Minister Ruairi Quinn, it will take over the education and training role of Fás.