Bankrupt and ravaged by student mental illness, Britain's universities are badly in need of reform | Simon Jenkins
Briefly

Britain's universities are facing a crisis as 40% run unsustainable deficits, with predictions that this will rise to 80% unless tuition fees increase significantly.
The mental health crisis among students has intensified, with sickness benefit claims doubling compared to pre-pandemic levels, highlighting the urgent need for systemic support.
New visa controls impacting foreign student enrollment have exacerbated existing financial issues at universities, leading to severe deficits and a grim future prospect.
The shift in educational focus from vocational training to academic pursuits has contributed to a shortage of skilled labor in critical sectors across the UK.
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