Student Grant Scheme Reform

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 March 2013

Thursday, 7 March 2013

Questions (98)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

98. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Skills the extent to which he will re-examine the structures of Student Universal Support Ireland and the inadequacy of the existing structures to deal with the volume of applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12198/13]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

An external review of Student Universal Support Ireland's business processes is currently being undertaken to inform improvements in the system for the 2013/14 academic year. The proposed timeline for completion of the review is March 2013.