Dramatic cuts in student visa numbers being proposed by the Government would not only damage the UK's economy and higher education sector but also fail to meet targets for lower migration, according to two authoritative new reports.

English UK is pleased to announce that the final confirmed programme for the 2011 ELT Management Conference is now available to view. This two day event features an excellent line up of speakers and sessions including the keynote plenary from motivational expert Martin Robert Hall (www.martinroberthall.com) and a wide range of management-related seminars from leading industry experts.

For more details, download a copy of the programme overview here.

The British Education Travel Association (BETA) has commissioned a study to highlight the volume and value of the inbound UK youth, student and educational travel market.

They would like members' help to complete a short online survey, which can be accessed here. The deadline for completion is 2 March 2011. Your thoughts and opinions will add great insight into their analysis of the sector.

On Tuesday 8 February, the Immigration Minister, Damian Green, appeared before the Home Affairs Select Committee to discuss potential policy changes to UK student visas.

Following the cross-sectoral press conference and Home Affairs Select Committee meetings last week, the Financial Times has published editorial about opposition to the Government's proposals to introduce tighter rules for student visas.