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Further Education Update

29 November 2022

Proposing MP
Harlow
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Education

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has reclassified further education institutions as part of the central government sector.

Action Requested

To support and protect colleges, an additional £150m in capital funding will be invested to improve college estates. The Department will also address uneven monthly payments by bringing forward £300 million in payments to smooth out funding for the 2023-2024 financial year. A new College Financial Handbook will be developed and published in March 2024, effective from August 2024.

Key Facts

  • The ONS has reclassified further education institutions as part of the central government sector.
  • £150m of capital funding will be invested to improve college estates.
  • £300 million will address uneven monthly payments and smooth out funding for the 2023-2024 financial year.
  • A new College Financial Handbook will be developed and published in March 2024, effective from August 2024.
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