University tuition fees are set to rise with inflation from next year, taking fees to almost £10,000, the Education Secretary has announced.

Bridget Phillipson said this will apply for the next two years, with new legislation drawn up to automatically increase fees every year thereafter.

Phillipson’s plan was first revealed by The i Paper in August . New Feature

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Universities in England can currently charge £9,535, meaning a hike in line with current inflation would be likely to push fees up by just under £400.

The immediate increase from 2026 means that current undergraduate students in their first or second year will be affected.

This is a breaking news story and is being updated.

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