University of York to offer energy grants to students

Students concerned about the rising costs of energy will receive financial support of £150, a university has said.The grants will be non-repayable and are part of a £6m package intended to target students most in need of financial help.

Vice-chancellor Professor Charlie Jeffery said: "The cost of living is one of the biggest challenges facing our students as they arrive to start or resume their studies this term, and we know many are extremely concerned about how they will pay the bills.Image caption,conducted by the National Union of StudentsThird-year York student Izzy Andrews said: "My rent in my first year - it is almost like a dream to have a rent that cheap now.

Prof Jeffrey said despite government support measures many of those studying faced "a very challenging situation".

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