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'I have to use savings to afford to use university laundrette'

'I have to use savings to afford to use university laundrette'

Summary

Students at the University of York find the cost of doing laundry on campus high, with prices reaching £5.10 per load. The Students' Union has raised concerns about the financial burden this places on students, as they struggle to manage expenses for laundry and other necessities.

Key Facts

  • Students at the University of York pay £5.10 per laundry load.
  • Laundry costs at York St John University are £3 per load.
  • The University of York uses Circuit Laundry as its provider.
  • Students report spending up to £20 each week on laundry.
  • Some students choose not to use the drying service to save money.
  • Nursing students face extra costs due to laundry needs for uniforms.
  • The Students' Union is campaigning for lower laundry prices.
  • The university acknowledges the financial stress on students but says its rates are lower than local laundrettes.
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