Student Loan Interest Rate 09/10 Uncertainty

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*UPDATE 18/05/09* From September 09 the interest rate will be 0% for post ’98 loans. For Pre ’98 loans the interest will be -0.4%. Find out more here.

Will student loan interest rate be negative next year?

Yes, if the Government follow their method for calculating interest rate for post (and Pre) 1998 loans. The rate as of March 2009 stands at 1.5% (post ’98). This is calculated, according to Student Loans Company website (the company who collects and distributes the money on behalf of the Government):

“Student loans are not like commercial loans. They are subsidised by Government and attract a low cost interest rate. This interest rate is based on the annual March Retail Price Index (RPI) or the highest base rate of a number of major banks plus 1%; whichever is lower. Continue reading Student Loan Interest Rate 09/10 Uncertainty

Money Making Report No.16

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Welcome to the sixteenth money and possibly last making report, here’s the last one.

I’ve decided that although it may be interesting to read, (I hope!) it seems pointless to produce a post monthly that seems to vary little. So it may appear occasionally, who knows…

With uni work and exams, MMS will probably need dusting down!

But, for possibly the last time, here’s the figures…

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British Airways is helping British talent take off

British Airways is looking for talented people who are ambitious and committed to excelling in their field. Whether their interest lies in fashion, art and design, innovation, sport, community or performing arts, British Airways could help them.
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In the spirit of the London 2012 Games, British Airways is launching GreatBritons, a scheme dedicated to supporting emerging British talent. This scheme will look for individuals who demonstrate the values associated with Olympic and Paralympic Games and who strive to be the best that they can be.
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There are 180 flights available to any British Airways destination in the world, to give people the opportunity to follow their dream to the next level.
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All they have to do is share a little about themselves and say how they would use this great opportunity to develop their talent. Final winners are decided by public votes, so it is a chance for them to get plenty of exposure too.
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Whatever their passion is, it’s easy to take part in this once in a lifetime chance by clicking here to visit the Great Britons website.

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