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€500 Student Fee Cut Described As “Landmark Moment” - But Students Aren’t Buying It

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 11:54

By Martin Osborne - Head of News. Got a story? Email news@kfmradio.com

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Higher Education Minister and Kildare North TD James Lawless described the cut as a "landmark moment" that "will ease financial pressure for 108,000 students and their families".

College students have been reacting to the €500 permanent reduction in contribution fees introduced in yesterday's budget.

It follows a temporary €1000 reduction, which was in place the previous year.

Higher Education Minister and Kildare North TD James Lawless described the cut as a "landmark moment" that "will ease financial pressure for 108,000 students and their families".

But these students that Kfm spoke to are not impressed.

 

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