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Erasmus+ Programme: Finance

Commons · Question 102073 · Tabled 2 Jan 2026 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 15 Jan 2026

Question

Asked by Blake Stephenson

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, how rejoining the Erasmus scheme will be funded.

Answer

Answered by Josh MacAlister, 15 Jan 2026

The department has agreed terms with the European Commission that represent a fair balance between the UK’s contribution and the benefits the programme offers, which paved the way for UK participation. We have agreed a 30% discount compared to the default...