There are calls for a debate over the criteria for the Community Employment Scheme which has assisted in the provision of a range of works in communities throughout the county.
Currently, those participating in CE schemes must return to the live register after they reach a certain age or after six years involvement, regardless of age.
This means that each of those individuals lost out on the 20 euro per week that they are paid as a result of being on the scheme, but Clare Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley says the loss to communities is far grater.
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The East Clare Senator has highlighted how one local scheme can no longer fill their places as many people are no longer eligible.
