The government, which only narrowly avoided a House of Commons defeat in pushing through the increase, says this charge is essential to fund the ongoing expansion of higher education.

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The increased scrutiny from this charge could increase the costs of regulatory compliance in the future.

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The cabinet member in charge of finances, Councillor Bill McClements, said it would mean an average increase of 32p per household per week.

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It helps farmers to increase their crops by supplying them with much needed education and information - most of the time at no charge.

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You can create a pipeline of new decidedly attractive new business that will not only greatly increase revenues , but likely super-charge your personal wealth as well.

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