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Asked by Nick

AQW 18329/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Education

To ask the Minister of Education when he will publish the review for eligibility for Free School Meals and school uniform grant.

Asked by Nick Mathison MLA on 18 November 2024

  • Answered
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Tabled
18 November 2024
Answer due by
3 December 2024
Answered
2 December 202414 days after tabling
Department
Department of Education
Priority question
No

Answer

A public consultation on the review of the eligibility criteria for free school meals and uniform grants was launched on Friday 22 November 2024. The consultation will run for 12 weeks until Friday 14 February 2025.

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