English UK is delighted to welcome its newest regional group, English UK East. The group was formed in summer 2012 and has around 20 members so far.

Plans to create a professional association for language teachers have been outlined by English UK. The organisation would be closely tied in to teachers' continuing professional development, providing a framework for progress.

English UK is carrying out research into student destinations following their English language course. We have set up a survey for students to complete by 11 July, and would like to ask English UK member centres to circulate this information to their students.

Last month 12 leading educational agents attended an English UK inward mission that was designed to showcase Central England.

Answering questions after his immigration speech today, Labour leader, Ed Miliband, has promised to include English language students in his party's review of the visa system.