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Erasmus+ Programme

Asked by Alex EastonIndependentDepartment for EducationTabled Answered 23 October 2024UIN 8904

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of rejoining the Erasmus+ programme.

Answered by Janet Daby

Education is a devolved matter, and the response outlines the information for England only.

Following their meeting in Brussels on 2 October, the President of the European Commission and my right hon. Friend, the Prime Minister have agreed to strengthen the relationship between the EU and UK, putting it on a more solid, stable footing. The government will now work with the EU to identify areas where it can strengthen co-operation for mutual benefit, such as the economy, energy, security and resilience.

The government recognises and supports the benefits of collaborating with its international partners on education. The department is working with the higher education sector to ensure our world leading universities continue to attract outstanding students from around the world and support our economy. However, we have no plans for rejoining the Erasmus+ Programme.

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