251. Deputy Jack Wall asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection if she will reconsider an application for a back to education allowance from a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38136/15]

The person concerned applied for a Back to Education Allowance (BTEA). Her application was refused on the grounds that the course she applied for is not recognised for BTEA purposes. She sought a review of this decision and the original decision to refuse was upheld.