SG spokesperson said:

“As a result of our resolute commitment to free tuition, we are seeing record levels of Scots securing a university place in Scotland. Scotland’s student debt levels are also the lowest in the UK, almost three times lower than in England.

 A Scottish government spokesperson said: “We are continuing to invest over £2bn in the post school sector this year and we continue to provide the most generous student support in the UK

“The university sector is aware we are open to exploring the future funding model of universities, but we are clear that this Government will not reintroduce tuition fees. 

"Access to higher education must be based on the ability to learn, not the ability to pay. Broader financial pressures facing the sector remain, including the UK Government’s migration policies, employee National Insurance contributions, and inflationary pressures.”