Final year student Amber Payne and her friends are struggling to cope with the cost-of-living crisis. Some are missing lectures to take on more part-time work. Others are skipping meals to save money.
“Maintenance loans are not rising in line with inflation and we can’t afford to live,” said the London student. “In some cases people have been forced to drop out because they have to take on extra work to support themselves. The lack of affordable housing means some students have been forced to live in hotels and many are skipping meals.”
