UK student loan repayment: a step-by-step guide
Maurizio Kayonjo
Student loans are provided by the government to help students cover the cost of tuition fees and living expenses. Whilst that might seem straightforward they actually vary a lot depending…
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Student loan repayment to increase as UK government announces changes
Evie M Barrett
The salary threshold for paying back student loans is set to be lowered to £25,000, with the write-off period increasing to 40 years, according to the Department of Education. Students…
Economic think tank releases report on higher education funding
Sofia Delgado
A new report by an economic think tank proposes a free-market “graduate tax” to fund higher education in England. The report written by associates at the Institute of Economic Affairs…
Student loan sell off
River Reporter
Government is selling off student loans
University students in £20bn debt
Students spend more than they make. Jack Hammond Cash-strapped students studying at British universities this year will owe £20bn in debts, according to a new report. The YouGov Sixthsense report…
Christmas gifts that won’t burn a hole in your pocket
Finding the right present for everyone can be tricky, especially if you only have limited funds. But don’t worry The River is here to help! Barbara Tasch Budgeting is probably…