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#428 Should We Scrap Student Loans If They Stay?
In this episode, Niall asks: Should Ireland scrap student loans for graduates who stay and work here for ten years?
The government recently confirmed there will be no cut to college fees, leaving many students and families struggling with the high cost of third-level education. One idea suggested before is to let students borrow the full amount for fees — but if they stay and work in Ireland for a decade, the loan is wiped.
Some callers supported the idea, saying it would keep skilled graduates like nurses, engineers, and teachers in the country. They argued it rewards young people who commit…
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