Question to the Wales Office:

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the Welsh Government on higher education reforms including how universities are funded and governed, and how students are financially supported.

The UK’s world leading Higher Education sector makes a vital contribution, as both education and research institutions, to our economy, to society, to industry and to innovation.

The Secretary of State for Wales has regular discussions with the Welsh Government on a range of issues, including Higher Education. The Department for Education has engaged at both official and ministerial level with the Welsh Government regarding plans for Higher Education reform and financial sustainability and will continue to do so.