The government is encouraging university students in England to return home for Christmas following the national lockdown, when the risk of Covid-19 transmission is lowest.
Universities Minister Michelle Donelan outlined a "travel window" - between December 3 and 9 - which will see universities set out staggered departure dates to ease pressure on public transport.
Report by Alibhaiz.
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