Simon Harris reassured party TDs about the government’s commitment to reducing student fees through a voice memo. Shortly afterward, Minister James Lawless stated on RTÉ's Drivetime that he is working on measures for the upcoming Budget, indicating the possibility of cuts to third-level fees starting next January. This comes after public discontent with Lawless's prior suggestion that changes wouldn’t occur until the 2026 term, due to concerns over previously raised fees following cost-of-living adjustments.
Simon Harris communicated through a voice memo that the Government is firmly committed to decreasing student fees, aiming to respond to the growing concern among party TDs.
Minister Lawless confirmed on RTÉ's Drivetime that he is actively working on budget measures that could lead to a reduction in third-level student fees starting next January.
The anticipated cuts to fees come after Minister Lawless retracted his initial timeline, which indicated that any potential changes would not take effect until the September 2026 academic term.
This shift follows significant public backlash against Lawless's earlier announcement regarding the reversion of fees to pre-reduction levels, highlighting the pressure the government faces on educational finance.
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