The student loan inquiry, sparked by a concerning shift in public perception, delves into the rising skepticism surrounding the value of higher education. With a third of people questioning the worth of a university degree, the inquiry aims to address the concerns of graduates burdened by substantial debts and soaring interest rates. This shift in sentiment is particularly striking, as it marks a 20-year high in public unease about the value of a degree. The inquiry, led by the Treasury Select Committee of MPs, will scrutinize the graduate earnings repayment threshold and interest rates, with a focus on the challenges faced by those who took out Plan 2 loans between 2012 and 2023. The personal stories shared by graduates, like Gemma's, highlight the emotional toll of student debt, with many feeling trapped in a cycle of increasing debt. The rising trend of people questioning the value of a degree raises important questions about the future of higher education and its role in shaping societal expectations. The
