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Written question asked by Lord Rennard (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 21 May 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 5 June 2025. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Malvern (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 June 2025 on behalf of the Department for Education.

Overseas Students

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the consequences for (1) the economies of England and Wales and (2) local economies resulting from the 6-percent levy on foreign students' tuition fees, proposed in Restoring control over the immigration system, published on 12 May.

Answer

The immigration white paper sets out a series of measures that will achieve a reduction in net migration, while maintaining the UK’s globally competitive offer to international students and making a significant contribution to growth by boosting our skills base.

This includes the commitment to explore the introduction of a levy on higher education (HE) provider income from international students, with proceeds to be reinvested in the domestic HE and skills system. The department will set out more details around the levy in the Autumn Budget.

Analysis of the potential impacts is based on the levy applying to English HE providers only. The department will fully consult all the devolved governments on the implementation of the international student levy.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL7777
Session
2024-26
Related items
Restoring Control over the Immigration System
Monday, 12 May 2025
Command papers
House of Commons
House of Lords
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Fees and charges Higher education Overseas students
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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