§ 56. Mr. Dempseyasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received from Scottish university students asking for increased allowances to meet the cost of higher rents; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. William RossI have received several letters from students or student 555W bodies which have included such representations. In addition I have received 18 letters representing that the rents charged in a particular hall of residence are too high. The rates of student grant for 1975–76 were settled after consideration of all relevant factors including costs of board and lodgings. These rates will be revised for 1976–77 and the review will again take account of all these factors.