The Department of Education & Science sanctions the payment of allowances to trainees participating in the Youthreach programme.

The allowance is paid weekly according to age.

The age groups are:
Aged 15 – No allowance
Aged 16 &17 –  €45.00
Aged 18 and over – €232.00

Travel allowances:
3-5 miles     – €4.60
5-10 miles  – €11.90
10-20 miles – €17.60
20-30 miles – €21.60
30-40 miles – €27.70
40-50 miles – €32.60

Accommodation Allowance if required