Any moves to remove international students from migration figures would have to include English language students as well as those at university for the sector's continuing success.

English UK, which represents more than 450 fully-accredited state and private language centres, says almost 60 per cent of successful university applications come from students already studying in the UK, usually on English courses.

A surprising rise in bookings during the first quarter of this year, positive news about the extended student visitor visa, and a stronger performance than expected in 2011 all contributed to a cautiously positive atmosphere at the English UK conference.

More than 330 agents have already booked to attend this year's StudyWorld London, making the 2012 event the fastest-selling ever.

The Government have today announced its plans to extend pre entry tuberculosis (TB) screening to an additional 67 countries identified as having 'high incidence' of TB by the World Health Organisation.

This year's ELTons, organised by the British Council, will be available for live-streaming on Wednesday 23 May. Find out how you can watch the ceremony and the 'red carpet' interviews as guests arrive.