Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)

As I recall, the last time I answered this question there were approximately 10,000 students in this situation. I do not have the actual figure but will get it for the Deputy. A statement was put by students giving a figure of 6,500. I cannot confirm that now but shall get the exact figure. We are not satisfied with the process. I am seeking to have EFT transfers to banks used as part of the overall process and I will make that available too.

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