Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2023
2061. Deputy Alan Dillon asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science when refunds will issue to students who vacated Milligan Court, Sligo (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38389/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraAccommodation at Milligan Court, Sligo is provided and managed by a private company and therefore operates outside my remit as Minister of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science.
My officials contacted the operator who has confirmed to my Department that all deposits from the 2022/2023 academic year, have been refunded to students as per the terms and conditions of their License Agreement. It was noted that there were some cases where incorrect bank details were received to facilitate deposits being returned but the operator advised that they are working through this process with the individual students.
In instances where deposits have yet to be received, I would suggest students contact the operator directly to request return of outstanding deposits as per their License Agreement. In addition where resolution cannot be reached recourse through the RTB is available for students in registered student accommodation.
