Student Accommodation Policy News

Government plans mean that English students will begin paying back university loans sooner, and have do so for 40 years rather than 30

Unite Students has published its plans towards achieving net-zero carbon across both its operations and development activities by 2030.

The Leicester council has begun consultations that would change how HMO licenses are controlled in the city.

Scottish students are appealing the Government to implement rent controls to help tackle the issue of "eye-watering" rents

Universities Minister Michelle Donelan has written to vice-chancellors telling them to adjust their access and participation plans.

A scoping study by the Scottish Government is looking into the future student accommodation and could lead to minimum living standards.

Former student accommodation in Portsmouth is to be used to provide support for rough sleepers and those at risk of homelessness.

89% of students responding to IDP Connect's survey said they were willing to quarantine on arrival but only 24% were prepared to pay the full cost.

A government spokesperson has suggested that university students may need to be fully vaccinated to attend lectures and stay in halls.

Universities in Scotland are seeking clarity from the government on arrangements for in-person teaching for the next academic year.