Prior to Professor Osborne s attendance, Members agreed that the remainder of the meeting should be conducted as an open session and broadcasted to the Press Room. A transcript of this evidence session will be provided for Members. How the Committee could provide meaningful input into the Department s policy decisions on the Student Financing system. Principles which might underpin a student support system tailored to Northern Ireland s needs. The impact of various funding models on access and participation.
Student flows between Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and Great Britain.
Evidence on the salary premium to graduates. Chairman s initial thoughts on the Programme were circulated to Members. Paper received from Assembly Business Unit on the Department s main programmes and the budget allocations for each. If necessary, Members should request further information from the Minister at the meeting on Thursday July. This was largely based on the Westminster experience but would provide a useful background, as it was also relevant to the Assembly.