HC Deb 15 May 1972 vol 837 cc2-3W
35. Mr. Rose

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs how many scholarships at British universities are reserved for students from Mauritius and Ethiopia, respectively.

Mr. Kershaw

There is no quota of reserved places. Twenty-one Mauritians at present hold scholarships funded from the Exchequer. Ninety-nine more have had their fees paid under the Overseas Students Fees Award Scheme. The figures for Ethiopian students are 25 and nine, respectively Other agencies and foundations may also have provided awards.