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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Joan Humble (Labour). It was answered by Liam Byrne (Labour) on Monday, 25 February 2008 on behalf of the Home Office.


Student Visas

Question
What account she takes of the contribution of foreign students to the UK economy in taking decisions on student visas.
Answer

Foreign students benefit our country to the tune of almost £8.5 billion a year. Students will be included in the new points system, which will make the system easier to police.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
472 c745 
188113 
Session
2007-08
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Entry clearances Economic situation Overseas students Visas
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk