Should university tuition fees be abolished in the United Kingdom?

University tuition fees in England stand at £9,535 for 2025/26, with graduates repaying 9% of income above a threshold via loans written off after 30 years, yet debts often grow due to interest. Scotland provides free tuition for Scottish residents, funded by general taxation, saving them over £35,000 compared to England. Calls to abolish fees cite an estimated £10 billion annual cost and low Treasury recoupment, while critics argue it requires reducing places from 50% attendance or shifting taxpayer burden.