The latest figures on the UK's ELT source markets from QUIC show that the overall figures are now close to pre-pandemic levels, with Q1 2023 reaching 92% of Q1 2019 student week volumes.

The nine asks outlined in our new position paper would enable UK ELT to recover its position as the world's premier ELT destination. Our top asks are aimed at attracting school groups and young adults to study in the UK. We urge you to email your MP, bringing their attention to the issues and asking for a meeting to discuss how these changes would help your centre.

The Mayor of London is considering the option of withdrawing Day Travelcards as part of cost-saving efforts following the pandemic. There is a consultation open until on 6 June. we encourage members to submit questions to ensure TfL re-consider this option.

We have taken first steps to address the issue of high visa refusal rates in Turkey reported by English UK members and educational tour operators.

Our membership director Huan Japes visited Istanbul on 16 – 18 May to gain insight into the issue, supported by members of the English UK board of trustees. There were discussions and information-sharing sessions with British consulate staff and representatives from Turkish agent associations and British Council Turkey.

Our annual Members' Conference and AGM took place in London and online on Friday 12 May. 

Despite the train strike, members came from as far away as Canada, Cardiff, Devon and York. Over 70 joined in person with up to 47 at any one time online.