HC Deb 26 June 1980 vol 987 c302W
Mr. Ernie Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what funds have been provided to (a) the Albion Trust, (b) the International Student Trust, (c) the Zebra Trust, (d) the Atlas Foundation and (e) the British Universities Student Travel Association from public funds since 1970.

Mr. Mark Carlisle

None; although the British Council has given £17,000 to the Zebra Trust and £211,750 to the International Student Trust during this period.

Mr. Ernie Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science for what purpose funds have been provided to the fund for international student co-operation.

Dr. Boyson

The fund for international student co-operation is currently receiving grant from Government funds to support its work with organisations in the United Kingdom concerned with overseas students' welfare.