Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 September 2012
455. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Education and Skills when a student grant will be approved in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Laois; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38788/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe decision on eligibility for a student grant is a matter for the relevant grant awarding authority.
The Deputy will appreciate that in the absence of all of the relevant details that would be contained in an individual's application form and supporting documentation, it would not be possible for me to say whether or not a student should qualify for a maintenance grant. Officials in my Department have confirmed with Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) that an application was received from this student on 19 June 2012. I understand that further documentation was requested from the student on 30 August last. When this documentation has been received and assessed, the student will be notified directly of the outcome.
