English UK has appointed a senior industry figure as interim chief executive until a permanent replacement is found for Eddie Byers, who died in November.

Over the next few weeks, we will profile the five winners of our English is GREAT: Speak to the World video competition. The prizes are  a fully-funded two week scholarship to the UK.

First is Laio Veloso who is being hosted by English UK South West

In challenging times for our industry, quality ELT marketing is crucial. So we're delighted to have created our best English UK Marketing Conference ever, packed full of great sessions. And we're giving discounts on places booked before Friday 8 January by member centres, making this a great way to start the New Year.

"I like Cardiff and am enjoying myself here. It's not too small; you can do everything here, social life especially. And there are not too many other Turkish students."

Find out more about Burcu's experience learning English in Wales...

We are thrilled to announce the five winners of our English is Great: Speak to the World competition. This is a campaign we've been running in Brazil to promote studying English in the UK.