Written Question·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·UIN 63069

Gaza: Overseas Students

Tabled: 26 June 2025

Answered: 4 August 2025

Question

Dr Scott Arthur

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps he is taking to ensure the safe passage of scholars from Gaza who hold offers of admission at UK universities.

Answer

Mr Hamish Falconer

We are aware of the students and are considering the request for support. The issues arising from the current situation in Gaza are complex.