Universities UK response to OfS cost-of-living insight brief

Universities UK has responded to the insight brief published by the Office for Students (OfS) exploring the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on students.

Universities UK spokesperson, said:

“Universities have stepped up to alleviate the financial pressures that students are experiencing due to the cost-of-living crisis. The rising cost of utility bills, rent and food are just some of the financial pressures facing students as well as an insufficient maintenance package for those in England. With inflation still high, it’s imperative that the maintenance support package is reviewed as the recently announced maintenance uplift for next year will not cover the real-terms cut that students are seeing.”

“The results from the OfS polling that explored the impact of the cost-of-living crisis further highlights the difficulties that many students are experiencing across the country. Although it’s encouraging to see universities go the extra mile to support students, we urge our members to continue to effectively communicate the wide range of support that is available to students.”