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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jasmine Norden

University students facing ‘never-ending cost-of-living crisis’

Students are facing a “never-ending cost-of-living crisis” as maintenance loans continue to fall short of costs, it has been warned.

University students are spending an average of £1,142 a month, rising to £1,269 in London, an annual survey by Save The Student has found, leaving them with an average shortfall of £500 a month.

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