Angela Rayner MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Education, commenting on British universities falling in the latest international rankings, said:

“This news is cause for great concern for our universities, and for Britain’s reputation as a global leader in education and research.

“Brexit appears to have dented international confidence in our universities, along with the uncertain future of research funding and immigration rules.

“The Tories are offering nothing but meaningless soundbites when we need a real plan to ensure that our universities can access both the funding and the talent they need to continue as world leaders.“ 

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