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Written question asked by Lord Addington (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 24 October 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 7 November 2016. It was answered by Viscount Younger of Leckie (Conservative) on Tuesday, 8 November 2016 on behalf of the Department for Education.


Higher Education: Disability

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what estimate they have made of the number of potential students with disabilities being refused registration at a college without Disabled Student Allowance support because that college is unable to financially support them.

Answer

The Equality Act specifically prohibits Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) from refusing to enroll students as a result of their disability. The Department does not hold information on whether HEIs comply with this requirement in particular instances.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2596
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Disability Admissions Finance Higher education Students
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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