UK universities call for higher fees and more funding in face of budget deficits

Proposals seen by the BBC suggest funding for each student needs to reach £12,000-£13,000. Photograph: Joe Giddens/PA

Universities have called for an increase in student tuition fees and government funding to fill a financial hole, according to reports.

Universities UK, which represents 141 institutions, have put forward proposals to raise funds for their members, including fee increases, in the face of budget deficits, BBC Radio 4’s Today programme said.