Labour Maintains Tory Visa Restrictions on International Students

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasizes the economic and cultural contributions of international students while confirming no changes to current visa policies.

• Phillipson states that international students play a crucial role in local communities and the economy.
• Recent visa restrictions have led to a significant drop in international student applications and acceptances.
• Universities express concerns over financial impacts due to declining international student numbers.
• Labour government finds raising tuition fees 'unpalatable' amid current student financial challenges.
• Phillipson criticizes the previous government's focus on 'picking fights' over education rather than supporting universities.

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