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Response to the government's immigration white paper
The Russell Group responds to the government's new white paper and the likely impacts on the university sector

Response to new ONS and Home Office migration data
The Russell Group comments on new net migration data including figures on international students

Response to Secretary of State's comments on international students
The Russell Group welcomes comments by Bridget Phillipson on the benefits of international students to the UK
QAA evaluation of international pathway programmes
The Russell Group welcomed the independent evaluation, which found consistent entry requirements and academic standards in foundation pathways
Social Market Foundation reports on international students and university finances
International demand for our HE is a UK success story, boosting soft power, driving research and innovation and bringing global perspectives to our university communities

Response to the government announcement on the Graduate visa route
The Russell Group welcomes the decision that there will be no changes to the visa route
New polling shows public support for international students
A new survey shows the majority of people don't think international students are a priority for immigration restrictions

MAC review of the Graduate Route visa
The Russell Group comments on the results of the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) review of the Graduate Route visa
