Willie O'Dea (Limerick East, Fianna Fail)

I understand that there are hardship cases. My understanding is that there is general unhappiness among third level students about the level of grants. The Government recognises that to some extent and wishes to concentrate resources on increasing the rate of the grants for those who are already entitled to them, namely Irish and EU nationals. However, I understand Senator Henry's point of view and I recognise that some of the people to whom she refers may have parents or relatives who are resident here and paying tax. I will examine the matter although I cannot promise anything.