In a landmark ruling that could see many international students returning to the UK, an immigration tribunal has condemned the Home Office for deporting students for alleged exam deception in 2014 without confirming their role in the deception.

Higher education institutions that sponsor international students in the UK will be able to access direct support and guidance from the Home Office by Autumn, the government has said, as it begins the rollout of its premium Tier 4 support service. However, there are still concerns over the standard of support that will be provided and the cost of the scheme.