University tuition fee rise triggers row – Western Mail

Western Mail front page 05/12/2024

The front page of the Western Mail leads with the Welsh women’s football team securing a place at next year’s Euros. 

1. Wales’ wait for an appearance at a major women’s international tournament is over.

   Rhian Wilkinson’s side booked their place at Euro 2025 courtesy of a dramatic 2-1 win over the Republic of Ireland in the second leg of their play-off final in Dublin, having previously been held to a 1-1 draw in the reverse.

2. University tuition fees in Wales are going up in line with England. It’s the second time this year that a rise in fees to study at Welsh universities has been announced.

   The Welsh government, which sets fees for Welsh universities, said the £9,250 cap, raised in February from £9,000, will now be hiked to £9,535 for full time undergraduate degrees from the start of the 2025-26 academic year. It said the rise would “help ensure” Welsh universities “remain viable and competitive”.