Thanks But No Thanks Swavesey Village College!

I received a brochure from Swavesey Village College inviting me to enrol for one of their summer term courses. I checked what was available, then checked the cost, looking for the concession rates. Reduced rates are only available to those on benefits, including 'Asylum-Seeker receiving equivalent of an income based benefit'. However, as an OAP not in receipt of other benefits I would have to pay the full price!



Why are the over 60/65s no longer entitled to concessionary rates? Does this rationale only apply in the education sector or has it sneaked into other areas also? Sorry Swavesey College but I shall not be accepting your invitation.