Violent protests as MPs vote to raise tuition fees
Headcorn | 09.12.2010 19:39 | Analysis | Repression | Social Struggles | Sheffield | South Coast
The coalition government has won the vote to raise tuition fees in England to up to £9,000 per year - amid violent protests in Westminster.
from the BBC news 24 site
Three ministerial aides have resigned over the issue - as the fee rise passed by a majority of 21 votes.
Scotland Yard says eight police officers have been hurt in clashes between police and students.
In angry scenes, protesters are battling with police and attacking buildings, including the Treasury.
Earlier protesters had forced their way into Parliament Square and pressed against lines of riot police in front of the Houses of Parliament.
read more at http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-11954333
Three ministerial aides have resigned over the issue - as the fee rise passed by a majority of 21 votes.
Scotland Yard says eight police officers have been hurt in clashes between police and students.
In angry scenes, protesters are battling with police and attacking buildings, including the Treasury.
Earlier protesters had forced their way into Parliament Square and pressed against lines of riot police in front of the Houses of Parliament.
read more at http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-11954333
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