00:00The cost of student loans is facing fresh scrutiny as MPs begin an inquiry into the system.
00:07Student groups and graduates are expected to raise concerns about repayment thresholds,
00:12interest rates and the long-term impact of debt on major life decisions.
00:16The inquiry comes as new research suggests more people are questioning
00:21whether a university degree represents good value.
00:24The government says repayments remain linked to earnings,
00:27helping protect lower-earning graduates and points to changes including limits on interest.
00:33The committee will hear evidence from students, experts and campaigners
00:38as debate continues over higher education funding and opportunity for future generations.
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