Students at Durham University are protesting against planned rent rises.
Durham plans to raise rents by 11 per cent next year and is considering a phased increase over five years of £200 a year more than inflation. A spokesman said: "We have been effectively undercharging for years."
University College London students are unhappy with a proposed 5 per cent rent rise, which could mean the average student in halls of residences would have to pay £100 more a year. UCL said it needed the increase because of refurbishment of some residences.
Register to continue
Why register?
- Registration is free and only takes a moment
- Once registered, you can read 3 articles a month
- Sign up for our newsletter
Subscribe
Or subscribe for unlimited access to:
- Unlimited access to news, views, insights & reviews
- Digital editions
- Digital access to THE’s university and college rankings analysis
Already registered or a current subscriber? Login