Student Grant Scheme Eligibility

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 June 2013

Tuesday, 25 June 2013

Ceisteanna (245)

Denis Naughten

Ceist:

245. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Education and Skills further to Parliamentary Question No. 282 of 14 May 2013, the reason a letter cannot be issued from Student Universal Support Ireland with the correct award on it in respect of a person (details supplied); when the 50% of the fees awarded will in fact be paid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30166/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills

Officials in my Department have confirmed with Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) that the student referred to by the Deputy is eligible for a Fee grant of 50%. A correct award letter will issue in the coming days to the applicant.