AQW 52680/22-27

Ms Paula Bradshaw
Alliance Party
South Belfast

Tabled Date: 22/09/2026
Answered On Date: 06/10/2026
Priority Written: No

Question:
To ask the Minister for the Economy for an update on the role of language courses in her Department's Further Education Fit for the Future planning.

Answer:

Over the past six months, initial activity of the Fit for the Future Programme has focused on the Further Education curriculum offer and considering how it can best meet the future needs of learners, employers and wider economy. I recognise that language skills can support progression and participation in education and future employment.