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 Stem

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Labor 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.