Theresa May: We need to look at the level of tuition fees

The transcript discusses the freezing of tuition fees and the raised threshold for loan repayment. It highlights the 2012 increase in the tuition fee cap to £9000, which was expected to be charged only by top universities. However, most degrees now charge the maximum fee, raising questions about its acceptability. The panel's report suggests reintroducing means-tested maintenance grants to support students, especially those from poorer backgrounds, as removing them has not been effective.

What was the maximum level of tuition fees frozen at?

What change occurred in 2012 regarding tuition fees?

What does the panel's report question about the current tuition fees?

What is the proposed solution for supporting students from poorer backgrounds?

What has been the impact of removing maintenance grants from the least well-off students?