Student Grant Scheme Appeals

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 14 October 2015

Wednesday, 14 October 2015

Questions (97)

Charlie McConalogue

Question:

97. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Education and Skills if support from Student Universal Support Ireland will be offered to three students from the same family (details supplied) considering that they are minimally above the student grant income thresholds; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35872/15]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

The students to whom the Deputy refers, recently appealed the decision of the awarding authority to the independent Student Grants Appeals Board (SGAB).

The appeal will be heard within the 60 day timeframe set out in the Student Support Act 2011. The decision of the SGAB will be communicated directly to the students in due course.