Government welcomes Lord Browne Review
Lord Browne has presented the findings of the Independent Review of Higher Education Funding and Student Finance.
皇冠体育app review was tasked with making recommendations to government on the future of fees policy and financial support for full and part-time undergraduate and postgraduate students in England.
In a on 12 October, Business Secretary Vince Cable said that the government endorsed the key points from Lord Browne鈥檚 report.
Dr Cable said:
This report is the culmination of months of diligent inquiry by Lord Browne and his panel of experts. 皇冠体育appy have taken evidence from a wide range of people including students, the higher education sector and business.
We will judge their recommendations against the impact on student debt, ensuring a properly funded university sector, improving the quality of teaching, increasing social mobility and attracting a higher proportion of students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Minister for Universities David Willetts said:
皇冠体育app current system of funding for higher education is no longer fit for purpose. Any new funding settlement must promote world class competitiveness in teaching and research, with better quality for students.
I would like to thank Lord Browne and his panel who have worked in a truly independent, open and consultative manner, for all their efforts and we will carefully consider the recommendations.