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Written question asked by Lord Storey (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 June 2026. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Malvern (Labour) on Wednesday, 1 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Education.


Overseas Students: Gaza

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what action they are taking to ensure that students in Gaza who have been offered a scholarship to study in UK universities are able to do so.

Answer

On 24 June 2026, my right hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs announced in a Written Ministerial Statement (Statement UIN HCWS144) that the government will provide support to enable eligible students in Gaza to depart and take up their places at UK universities for the 2026/27 academic year.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL837
Session
2026-27
Related items
Government support for Gaza departures
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Written statements
House of Commons
Subjects
Overseas students Gaza Scholarships
Link
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