Our open letter to Prime Minister Andy Burnham
29 July 2026
Our letter congratulates the new Prime Minister and welcomes his call for a collaborative approach.
News
Keep up-to-date with all of the latest from the sector, UKCISA updates and insight.
Highlights
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Members, help us track issues occurring during the summer surge
16 July 2026
We have created an issue tracker for members over the surge period, please log issues using this tracker to keep us up to date.
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Student Sponsorship: tightened Basic Compliance Assessment metrics and new RAG rating now live
01 June 2026
We will continue to work closely with members, including UKCISA’s Immigration Compliance Network (ICN) to understand how these changes are operating in practice.
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UKCISA welcomes Education Committee report on the threat of insolvency to international students
14 May 2026
The Education Committee report reinforces need for joined-up policy and stronger protections for international students.
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Student Voice Champion of the Year: authenticity and collaboration
27 July 2026
Read to find out about Andrew Howells is embedding student-centered storytelling, and making space for student voices through powerful campaigns.
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From lived experience to lasting change: Student Leader of the Year 2025
08 July 2026
Hafiz embedded student voice throughout his role as Vice President of Education at Northampton Students’ Union. Read about his work.
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Outstanding Student Support Award (Making a home in the UK): University of Sunderland in London’s proactive approach to student integration
01 July 2026
Read on to find out how the International Student Support team’s proactive and innovative support helped their growing Nepali student community feel welcomed, empowered and engaged.
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Outstanding Student Support Award (Careers and employability): Coventry University London’s student-centred approach
30 June 2026
By embedding student voice and expanding work experience opportunities, Coventry University London is transforming careers support for international students.
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#WeAreInternational Alum of the Year 2025: the power of community
30 June 2026
From supporting young refugees to founding a generative AI career adviser for displaced youth, Hammed Kayode Alabi was recognised for his impact across the UK and Africa.
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How the Foundation for International Education is transforming the international student experience
13 May 2026
FIE’s Visa & International Support Team has built a service based on personalised guidance, proactive problem-solving and a genuine student-centred approach.
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