Christians out of the lions' den
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Parents who wish to ensure that their children will have the opportunity to go to university should make financial arrangements well in advance. A reasonably large lump sum can be held in a building society postal account paying a high level of interest, while a longer-term investment can be made in a PEP. If possible, accounts should be held in the name of someone who is only a basic rate taxpayer. Families who are concerned to make ethical investments should look at companies such as Friends Provident.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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A crash course in debt
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The majority of students in the UK now face financial difficulties, with more than half of all students in their final year being more than 3,000 pounds sterling in debt. Young adults preparing to enter university should be aware of the need for financial planning if they are to avoid ending up in this situation too. It is worth seeking support from a student adviser and drawing up a budget. A loan is the best way of borrowing, but a loan can only be applied for once in each academic year.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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You want a degree? It'll cost you...
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Some 78% of new UK graduates owe money, owing an average of 3,000 pounds sterling, up 31% from 1995, and 38% have been missing lectures to earn money. Students in London spend 5,150 pounds sterling a year, whilst their income is about 3,579 pounds sterling a year. The average pay of students is 2.80-3.15 pounds sterling an hour. Work which students take includes stuffing chickens with giblets, scrubbing floors, testing drugs, and even prostitution.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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