If the bill falls, the nation will pay a heavy price

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Charles Clarke, the secretary of state for education and skills, argues that if on 27 January 2004 MPs vote against planned reforms to the higher education system in England, then the consequences for the country will be dire. He contends that the reforms contained within the bill will reverse years of funding decline for higher education, delivering greater investment and freedom for universities and give them the freedom to compete in the world market while protecting the interests of poorer students.

Clarke, Charles

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Labour rebels pressured to defend stance on fees

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Labour MPs opposed to the government's planned higher education bill have come under increasing pressure from their colleagues to defend their stance. Two former opponents of the bill, Alan Whitehead and Peter Bradley, argue that, as a result of a number of government concessions, poor students will be significantly better off if the bill is passed. However, it is conceded that a number of Labour MPs could still vote against the bill, despite the concessions.

Public affairs, Political activity, Political aspects, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Labour Party (United Kingdom), Whitehead, Alan, Bradley, Peter

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