Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 July 2014
204. Deputy James Bannon asked the Minister for Education and Skills if and when higher education third level grant fees will be approved by Student Universal Support Ireland in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32050/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe decision on eligibility for a student grant is a matter in the first instance for the awarding authority. Officials in my Department have confirmed with Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) that the student referred to by the Deputy applied for a student grant on the 31st July 2013. The application was assessed and a letter issued on the 26th August 2013 requesting supporting documentation. The student in question received four reminders to submit the documentation. On the 19th November, 2013 the student e-mailed SUSI to cancel her application.
