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Gaza: Overseas Students

Asked by Dr Scott ArthurLabourForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 4 August 2025UIN 63069

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps he is taking to ensure the safe passage of scholars from Gaza who hold offers of admission at UK universities.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

We are aware of the students and are considering the request for support. The issues arising from the current situation in Gaza are complex.

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