Fiona O'Loughlin (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)
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Will members indicate if they have any questions? It is clear that IBEC is in favour of the student loan system. Does Mr. Tony Donohoe see any advantages to this? How could it be addressed? I note Mr. Richard Kennedy's concern about the inclusion of farming land in a means assessment. As a farmer's daughter, I totally agree with him. Does that mean he is in favour of a student loan system? Could he expand on that?

Clearly ICTU is in favour of the State-funded system but there are many demands on the public purse including pay restoration. I am interested in where Ms King feels that money should come from? Is it from higher taxes or levies or cutting spending in other areas?