Welsh students are set to see a rise in maintenance support amid the cost of living crisis.
The Welsh government has announced a rise of 9.4% for the 2023-24 academic year, subject to new regulations.
The amount the average full-time student can claim in maintenance grants and loans will increase from £10,710 to £11,720.
In contrast, the UK government has announced a 2.8% increase for students ordinarily resident in England.
It comes as students report rising costs leading to hostile flats, stress, and choosing between food and fun.
The change will apply to full-time and part-time higher education students who began a course on or after 1 August 2018.
Living costs support is rising in line with the National Living Wage, which is unique to Wales.
