This year's conference proved a roaring success, as delegates enjoyed a full statistical briefing from our insight partners, were engaged in productive workshops and networking sessions. All at our wonderful new venue overlooking Tower Bridge.

Every English UK member centre is being encouraged to join a campaign to highlight the value of ELT to the country.

English UK's student statistics data shows that student weeks increased by five per cent and student numbers rose 14 per cent to 497,028, despite the number of member centres dropping by 13.

This year's Annual Student Statistics Report, to be launched at our annual conference this Thursday, will be the most comprehensive ever.

The Eddie Byers Scholarship is now open to applicants from UK charities for the second year. Apply by 31 May.