Defence Forces to assist jobseekers with new 'buddy system'

The Defence Forces are to operate a buddy system for disadvantaged young adults, to assist them in entering the jobs market.

Defence Minister Simon Coveney announced details of the first pilot scheme to help 18- to 24-year-olds which will be held in conjunction with the Dublin and Dún Laoghaire Education and Training Board.

The Defence Forces are teaming up with the Department of Social Protection to provide the first 30 places on a 10-week course, which will take place at Gormanstown Camp in June.