Student Grant Scheme Payments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 July 2014

Wednesday, 2 July 2014

Ceisteanna (74)

Michael McGrath

Ceist:

74. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills the reason the awarding of a 100% maintenance grant in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork has not been backdated for the full academic year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28565/14]

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 has, on appeal, been awarded a grant at the 100% standard non-adjacent rate of maintenance and fees.

I understand from SUSI that the remaining balance will be paid shortly.