141. Deputy Brian Stanley asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the number of units of student accommodation that are owned by third level colleges and universities now in use; the number owned by each institution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49817/26]

The Deputy will be aware that the provision of student accommodation, including that owned and operated by higher education institutions (HEIs), is a key priority for Government.

Based on the most recent data available to my Department and the Higher Education Authority (HEA), there are over 49,200 purpose-built student accommodation beds nationally. About two-thirds in private ownership, while our higher education institutions provide more than 15,600 beds.

The table below illustrates the total inventory of student beds owned by HEIs at the end of May 2026.