There will be no large increases in university tuition fees for students starting courses in 2012, the first and deputy first ministers have confirmed.

BBC: University tuition fees 'will not increase' - ministers

The payroll tax cut extension is being paid for by increases in fees associated with home mortgages.

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The Scottish Liberal Democrats could be under pressure at the polls, in the wake of controversial decisions taken by the UK government, including deficit-reducing spending cuts and backing increases for student tuition fees in England.

BBC: Lib Dems aim to boost MSP numbers ahead of conference