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Editorial: Financial struggles dating back to the pandemic are imperilling the future of a bastion of soft power. The government should find a way to help

The organisation’s current financial strife stems from a £200 million Covid-era loan from the Government.

Exclusive: Scott McDonald is looking at budget cuts and axing the organisation’s presence in up to 40 countries

Labour’s recognition of soft power’s intangible value should take in the crucial work of the British Council

Letter: Scott McDonald writes that the British Council will help support and rebuild Ukraine’s cultural and education systems

In partnership with the UK government’s GREAT Britain campaign, the GREAT Scholarships offer students from India the opportunity to undertake postgraduate studies. Read further on Dynamite News:

The 25th edition of the renowned Hornbill Festival continued to dazzle attendees on its second day with vibrant cultural performances and exciting collaborations at the Heritage Village in Kisama. Read further on Dynamite News

Fadel al-Utol has worked in in Gaza for 30 years. He has witnessed the destruction of important archaeological sites – as well as his own home

A lecturer doing his PhD on a British Council scholarship in York is frightened for his wife and two small children who are under Israeli bombardment

Other lives: Cultural attache and director at the British Council who served in London, Oslo and Paris

Other lives: British Council officer whose networking skills helped bring people together to spread British culture