Student Fees (Qualifying Persons) (England) Bill [HL]

Key Points

• Entitles discretionary leave to remain holders in England to the same tuition fee rules as home students.
• Allows those students to access the same maintenance support as home students under the English student funding system.
• Applies only in England (not automatically extending to Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland).
• Aims to reduce financial and access barriers to higher education for qualifying persons.
• Current position: the bill is at the second reading in the Lords and originated there; next steps include committee stage in the Lords.

Progress

The bill is currently at the second reading in the Lords. If it progresses, it would move to the committee stage in the Lords, followed by further readings.