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Student maintenance loans and grants in England to rise by just 1%
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-21749022Maintenance loans and grants for students in England will rise by 1%, in 2014-15 - less than the rate of inflation, the government has said.
The increase was announced in a written statement by the universities minister David Willetts.
The maximum grant will be £3,387, for students who started their courses after September 2012, said Mr Willetts.
The maximum loan will be £7,751 for a student living away from home and studying in London, he added.
For students outside London and renting accommodation the maximum loan will be £5,555.
The most students living at home will be able to borrow will rise to £4,418.
Maintenance grants and loans for students on part-time and distance-learning courses will also increase by 1%.
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