Challenging discussions surrounding student loans in England have taken center stage after journalist Oli Dugmore's comments on the BBC’s Question Time, where he highlighted the alarming increase in debt due to above-inflation interest rates. These rising interest rates have made it difficult for graduates to pay off their loans effectively—Dugmore cited that the interest alone is nearly equivalent to the initial debt. This revelation led many to question whether the loans were mis-sold, illustrating a growing sense of disillusionment among graduates.