Raised in the UK but 'blocked' from going to university

An 18-year-old who has lived in the UK since she was four has told BBC 5 live Daily that she had been denied a chance to attend university because she is classed as an international student.

Agnes Harding from Dagenham was offered places at several universities this summer but she is now unable to continue her studies, as she can’t get a loan and would have to pay the same fees as someone living overseas.

She now wants to be an astronaut and dreams of going into space one day.

The charity Just for Kids Law says up to 600 people are in a similar position.

The Department for Education say anyone considering going to university can apply to the Home Office with a view to settling their status in the UK. They say all visa applications are considered on their individual merits.”