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Government moves to curb numbers of international students could bankrupt universities

GOVERNMENT moves to curb the number of international students could bankrupt universities and drive up fees for British students, an immigration expert has warned. 

PM Rishi Sunak is said to be considering the idea of limiting foreign students taking “low-quality” degrees and their dependants entering the country, according to his spokesperson. 

The potential plans were revealed on Thursday in response to the release of figures showing net migration in Britain has reached record levels. 

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