The Guardian Unlimited (UK)
February 4, 2008

Liz Ford reports on an increase of £9 million in funding for ESOL services for adults in Scotland. The move was announced Monday by Scottish education and lifelong learning secretary, Fiona Hyslop. The money will create an extra 7,000 places in ESL classes. “We recognize the critical contribution that migrant workers make to Scotland and believe that investing in training will improve opportunities

for new Scots, while enhancing the skills base to meet the demands of Scottish employers and the economy. It will also help new Scots in their integration into our culture and society,” said Hyslop. The announcement comes on the heels of a recent cap on ESOL spending in England.