Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is expected to confirm the move in a House of Commons statement later.
An increase in university tuition fees is expected this afternoon for the first time in more than seven years, Sky News understands. Fees have been capped at an annual level of £9,250 since the 2017/18 academic year. It's expected that Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson will confirm the move in a House of Commons statement later.
The prime minister rowed back on that pledge early last year, saying it was no longer affordable because of the 'different financial situation'. However at the time he said Labour would set out a 'fairer solution' if it won the election. Politics latest: Badenoch announcing shadow cabinet This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version.
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