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Written question asked by Lord Johnson of Marylebone (Conservative) on Wednesday, 4 June 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 18 June 2025. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Malvern (Labour) on Wednesday, 18 June 2025 on behalf of the Department for Education.


Immigration: Overseas Students

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the White Paper Restoring control over the immigration system, published on 12 May, whether they will carry out an impact assessment for the levy on international student fees.

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.

The White Paper includes the commitment to explore the introduction of a levy on higher education (HE) provider income from international students. We will set out further details in due course, including setting out the way in which proceeds from the levy would be reinvested into our HE and skills system.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL8115
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 Immigration Overseas students Taxation Impact assessments
Link
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