HC Deb 30 November 1983 vol 49 c488W
Mr. Beith

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he is satisfied with the current rate of the supplementary grant paid to clinical students; and whether he will increase the level of the grant to take account of the lower amount of rent and rate rebate they receive compared with other students as a result of their higher annual income.

Mr. Brooke

My right hon. Friend is well aware of the particular problems faced by clinical students and will keep their needs in mind when deciding the level of the supplementary grant in the academic year 1984–85, in the light of the resources available. The student grant provides an average amount in respect of board and lodging to all students: a student's entitlement to housing benefit depends upon the total resources available to him, including his grant, and will vary according to individual circumstances.