§ Chris GraylingTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs how many visa applications from students in China have been refused(a) this year and (b) in each of the last five years. [184881]
§ Mr. MacShaneThe information is as follows:
§ Mr. MacShaneWhile there are no immediate plans to commission further research, the Government continue to monitor the need for further evaluation and assessment in this area, as elsewhere. The Government are convinced of the benefits of UK membership of the European Union.