Learning Support Scheme Extension Welcomed by McMillan

Stuart McMillan MSP, (SNP) has today (Tuesday) welcomed the extension of the support scheme for part-time students on low income or benefits.

The Scottish Government are extending the scheme in order to assist people in the current economic climate and the higher than usual level of graduates affected by redundancy.

Mr. McMillan said;

"I am delighted the scheme is being extended giving more people the opportunity to enhance their career prospects.

"During the past year the Individual Learning Accounts (ILA500) scheme provided fees support of £500 to more than 400 part-time students.

"This shows how successful the scheme has been and given that more than 70% or Scottish taught post-graduate students study part-time, it is good news that the Scottish Government are continuing to help those facing redundancy or are unemployed".