Northern Ireland: British Council
Commons · Question 75 · Tabled 13 May 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record
Answered 21 May 2026
Question
Asked by Sammy Wilson
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent assessment she has made of the potential impact of British Council programs in Northern Ireland on that country; and whether she plans to support the continuation
Answer
Answered by Chris Elmore, 21 May 2026
The British Council plays a crucial role supporting the UK's interests around the world, including in Northern Ireland, supported by its work in education, arts and culture, and promoting the English language. The British Council is operationally independ...