Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 20631

Students: Loans

Tabled: 17 December 2024

Answered: 24 December 2024

Question

Ruth Cadbury

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, for what reason interest rates are applied to student finance loans for women on maternity leave.

Answer

Janet Daby

Student loans are subject to interest, to ensure that those who can afford to contribute to the full cost of their degree can do so. The student finance system protects borrowers in cases where they see a reduction in their income for whatever reason, inc...

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