Scotland unis still open to EU

Education leaders are heading to Brussels to say Scotland’s universities remain open and welcoming despite Brexit.

The delegation, led by Education Minister Richard Lochhead, will make clear that Scotland will continue to welcome EU citizens to study or work at its universities.

Last month, a joint statement was issued by colleges, universities, unions and the Scottish Government com- mitting to protect the college and university sectors following Brexit.

Meanwhile, the Scottish Government confirmed eligible EU students currently studying in Scotland or those starting a degree this year or next will continue to be eligible for free tuition.

Figures from Universities Scotland estimate universities are worth £11 billion gross to the economy. They say Scotland has proportionally more EU staff and students than the rest of the UK.