Dash for cash!

TEENAGERS are being encouraged to "dash for cash" on Bank Holiday Monday, August 29, at the Lancing Beach Green market.

The Learning and Skills Council will be promoting the Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA) learning grant for youngsters, aged from 16 to 19, who want to stay on in education.

Promoters will be wearing t-shirts saying "Dash for Cash" at the market, and will be handing out goodie bags full of couchers, gifts and leaflets about how to apply for the EMA.

Under the scheme, students can claim up to 30 per week to cover costs such as books, equipment and travel. Bonus payments of up to 500 over two years could also be available.