Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris, has announced €4.3 million to assist students with the cost of living.
The once off funding will be provided through the Student Assistance Fund, which assists students with the likes of books, class materials, rent, childcare and transport. The Higher Education Authority will distribute funding of over €4.3 million to the Higher Education Institutes in early 2023.
Speaking today, Mr Harris said: "The Student Assistance Fund is an invaluable resource for third level students who are finding it difficult to make ends meet. The fund is there to assist with additional costs they may face over the coming months. It is completely confidential and accessible through the Access Offices in publicly funded higher education colleges."
