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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Eleanor Busby

Top universities pledge more support for care leavers to widen access to courses

All Russell Group universities have said they will provide a tailored support package for all care leaver students – including accommodation support, bursaries and contextual admissions (Chris Ison/PA) - (PA Wire)

Top universities have pledged more support for care leavers – including contextual admissions and bursaries – to get more disadvantaged young people into higher education.

The Russell Group, which represents many of the most selective universities in the UK, has also set out a plan to improve the transparency and consistency of policies for contextual offers.

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