Grant Payments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023

Tuesday, 25 July 2023

Questions (1449)

Ivana Bacik

Question:

1449. Deputy Ivana Bacik asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the projected cost of allowing students enrolled on part-time courses eligible for SUSI maintenance grants and fee grants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36892/23]

Written answers

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

My Department is currently considering the issue of the provision of greater support to part-time learners in higher education. However, work is ongoing in this area and potential costings are not yet available.

Question No. 1450 answered with Question No. 1431.

Question No. 1451 answered with Question No. 1431.