In research paper for King’s College London, former Tory minister David Willetts hits back at critics who say degree is no longer a wise investment
A university degree is still the best route for the UK’s young people to boost their life chances, despite attacks by “edu-sceptics” over debts and costs, according to a former Conservative minister.
David Willetts, who introduced the system of fees and loans that fund higher education in England, has hit back at critics – including those in his own party – who claim a degree is no longer a wise investment.
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