Press releases

These releases cover all aspects of the Association's work, from commenting on government policy or new research through fairs and events promoting studying in the UK to training events and conferences. To keep things simple, only major releases are posted here: check our news section to find every story about us.

We are happy to help journalists with questions about UK ELT, please contact press relations manager Susan Young on susan@englishuk.com.

Report claiming 150,000 international students may be overstaying in the UK is "seriously misleading" says English UK

29 November 2012

A report suggesting that more than 150,000 international students may have overstayed in the UK is "seriously misleading" according to language centre association English UK.
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Delegates aim for the sky at The English UK Fair, Macau 2012

21 November 2012

The English UK fair in Macau started on a high note, hosting a welcome event for delegates at a revolving 60th floor restaurant in one of the world's tallest towers.
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London is world's favourite destination for students

7 November 2012

London has beaten New York and Sydney in a survey of preferred city destinations for students and the under-25s.
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Worldwide study associations call for governments to promote international student mobility

6 November 2012

Thirteen language teaching associations from round the world have now signed up to a declaration on international students drafted by English UK.
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