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London, UK - University tuition fees in England are set to rise in line with inflation for the next two academic years, beginning next September. However, this increase will be contingent on institutions meeting, "tough new quality thresholds", the government announced on Monday. The move aims to bolster the financial stability of the higher education sector while ensuring value for money for students. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson revealed the plans to MPs as part of the government's long-awaited post-16 education and skills white paper. While all universities will benefit from increased fees for the upcoming academic years, future fee cap increases will be automatically linked to institutions demonstrating high standards in teaching, pastoral care, and student outcomes. Legislation will be introduced to formalise this automatic annual uplift. "Universities charge significant fees for their courses", Phillipson stated. "If they are going to c...