‘I can’t afford rent’: the students facing hardship during lockdown
University students worry how they will cope financially after losing work and parental support
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Growing numbers of students are asking their universities for financial support during the Covid-19 lockdown amid warnings that more will face hardship as the crisis goes on.
Many universities have responded by increasing or creating funds for students in difficulty, with some providing subsidised meals for those who remain on campus. In Scotland, the government has announced a £5m package of emergency financial support.
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