Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 15 June 2016
97. Deputy Frank O'Rourke asked the Minister for Education and Skills the number of students sitting the leaving certificate for the first time in 2016 who are exempt from the examination fee due to their parents or guardians being in possession of a medical card; the number of these students who are 18 years of age and over; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16280/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraFor 2016 the predicted Leaving Certificate candidates is approximately 56,600.
Of these, it is predicted that some 36,600 will be aged between 18 and 20.
The State Examinations Commission has statutory responsibility for operational matters relating to the certificate examinations.
In view of this I have forwarded your query to the State Examinations Commission for direct reply to you on issues related to exemption.
