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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Skipping uni was the best thing I did for my money - it would have set me back years'

A new survey reveals that young people's financial literacy is alarmingly low, prompting many to question the value of a university degree amidst rising student debt.

Feb 28 • 10:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Student loan crisis in England and Wales is a scam on graduates, say angry MPs

Labour MPs in the UK have condemned the student loan system as a scam, urging for changes due to the rising debt burden on graduates.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kela support that many do not realize to apply for – the benefit is greatest for those with low income and a lot of debt

A little-known financial support from Kela is underutilized by recent graduates, offering significant benefits for those with low incomes and high debt.

Feb 24 • 10:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

SZ Depot Check: 'I want to build a second and stable income'

A German student seeks advice on whether to take more risks in his investment portfolio of 17,100 euros, aiming to build a second income.

Feb 23 • 15:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Tories would scrap ‘debt trap’ of high interest student loans, says Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch announced that the Conservative Party plans to eliminate high interest rates on student loans, increasing pressure on Labour to address the issue.

Feb 22 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

How to spare your child crippling student debt - and doing it right could save you £15,000

This article provides financial tips for parents to help their children avoid significant student debt when attending university.

Feb 19 • 07:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Britons living in Europe face repayment hikes amid Reeves student loans row

UK graduates residing in Europe are set to experience significant increases in their student loan repayments starting in April, stirring controversy amid ongoing debates surrounding student debt reform.

Feb 18 • 15:43 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Christina (25) has 1.2 million in student debt

A 25-year-old named Christina is facing significant financial burden with 1.2 million Norwegian Krone in student debt.

Feb 18 • 14:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'My student debt is soaring though I'm paying back - rich get off easy'

The article discusses the frustration of a graduate whose student debt continues to increase despite regularly making payments, highlighting inequalities in the student loan system.

Feb 18 • 13:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Student loans show that difficult decisions will only worsen in the United Kingdom

The UK faces increasingly challenging structural issues regarding student loans, with graduates often leaving university buried in significant debt.

Feb 18 • 00:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Students disappointed by Ontario’s cuts to OSAP grants, tuition freeze lift

Ontario students express concern over government cuts to OSAP grants and the lifting of a tuition freeze, fearing increased debt burdens.

Feb 16 • 17:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: UCT Registration Disrupted As Students Demand End to Fee Blocks

Students at the University of Cape Town protested against financial barriers to registration, disrupting the start of the academic year.

Feb 16 • 14:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

High School Students Are Increasingly Indebted - The Union Is Calling for Action from the Government

According to the Finnish Student Union, government changes to support welfare are increasing the indebtedness of high school students.

Feb 13 • 08:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

NUS urges ‘loan shark’ Reeves to reverse changes to student debt repayment

Protesters gathered outside the Houses of Parliament to oppose new student loan repayment changes announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, which they feel will increase their financial burden.

Feb 11 • 19:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits back student loan write-offs amid Rachel Reeves' repayment freeze

A recent poll reveals that nearly half of Brits support the government writing off some or all student debt, particularly among graduates, amid concerns over a repayment freeze for Plan 2 borrowers.

Feb 4 • 14:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Student loans in recovery exceeded 100 million last year

Last year, over 100 million euros in student loans went unpaid, affecting nearly 9,000 borrowers, prompting Kela to step in as a guarantor.

Feb 4 • 13:19 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
Life & Tech

Behind on Student Loans? Here’s What to Do Now for the New Year

The article provides guidance for individuals struggling with student loan payments as the new year approaches, offering steps to take for financial recovery.

Jan 4 • 19:09 UTC

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