A comment from Audrey Cumberford on the Scottish Government’s budget announcement of further funding for the college sector, which includes a combined increase of £70 million in resource and capital funding.

Principal of Edinburgh College, Audrey Cumberford said:

“While this is a welcome step in the right direction for college funding, there is still more that needs to be done.

“This increase will help to undo some of the damage done by years of real terms cuts, but more is needed if we are to ensure the future sustainability of our sector.

“There is now a clear consensus across the political spectrum for better funding for colleges.

“I would urge parties to continue to work together to make sure we unleash the true potential of our sector so we can continue to drive economic growth and improve the lives of Scots across the country.”