HC Deb 24 February 1986 vol 92 c427W
Mr. Wigley

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will show the value in real terms in 1985–86 of the basic student grant available to undergraduate students for 1961–62.

Mr. Walden

In 1961–62, the maintenance grant for a student living outside London in lodgings was £265, and in college or hall accommodation £280. Revalued to 1985–86 prices, these rates are £1,953 and £2,063 respectively.