HC Deb 25 May 1993 vol 225 c554W
Mr. Llwyd

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many representations he has received on the subject of discretionary grants during the past 18 months; and if he will make a statement.

Sir Wyn Roberts

During the past 18 months, my right hon. Friend and I have received 35 representations on the subject of discretionary student awards. Such awards are the responsibility of local education authorities who can choose which students and courses to support and how much to spend.