Labor MPs urge government to prioritise reform of ‘failed’ job-ready university graduates scheme

Morrison-era graduate scheme increased costs for subjects such as arts and law, while lowering course fees for degrees in StemGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLabor MPs are increasing pressure on the government to speed up reform of the controversial Morrison-era job-ready graduates (JRG) scheme that has “failed” students.The Albanese government has flagged its intention to reform the scheme, but MPs have told Guardian Australia it should be a priority early in Labor’s second term. Continue reading...

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