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Why are student loans unique?
Unlike commercial loans, student loans in the UK are income-contingent, meaning repayments only start once you earn above a certain threshold. Any remaining debt is usually written off after a set number of years. This makes them a unique form of public finance, balancing individual contribution with social mobility.
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