(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations provide for financial assistance to young people to enable them to undertake education after they have reached compulsory school leaving age. An education maintenance allowance of up to £30 per week is available to eligible persons who undertake eligible courses. In addition, bonus payments of £100 are made up to three times a year if an eligible person meets the objectives of his or her course and the conditions set out in these Regulations.
These Regulations come into force on 31 August 2007.
The Welsh Assembly Government has prepared detailed guidance on the operation of the Regulations. Copies can be obtained from the Welsh Assembly Government, Student Finance Division, Crown Buildings, Cathays Park, Cardiff, CF10 3NQ. Copies can also be found on the Welsh Assembly Government website;www.wales.gov.uk.
Amended by correction slip on 01 September 2007