Education Secretary challenged over student loan repayments

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Education Secretary challenged over student loan repayments

Speaking to Channel 4 News’ Ciaran Jenkins, Education Secretary Lucy Powell said there was "inherent unfairness" in some student loan repayments, and that she would “magic away” problems if she could.

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She pointed to measures already taken, including capping interest rates at 6%, but said that fixing the wider system will take time.

The Education Secretary said any policy changes would need to be worked out with the Treasury and properly funded.
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Date: August 20, 2026