I seem to remember reading somewhere there is a BSc in 'pilot studies' at Leed Uni, they subsidise a PPL in the second year (I think). it's done in conjunction with a local flying school.
Don't know to what level they subsidise the PPL, and how useful the 'Pilot studies' degree is in relation to the commercial exams. If that was your ultimate plan then this may be a way to get some subsidy for flying.
CC