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Which countries have British Council?
The British Council has offices in:
- Afghanistan.
- Bangladesh.
- India.
- Nepal.
- Pakistan.
- Sri Lanka.
How many countries does the British Council work in?
100 countries
We work on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2019-20 we connected with 80 million people directly and with 791 million overall, including online and through our broadcasts and publications.
How many British Council are there in India?
Our offices are in four cities across India and we continually work towards creating opportunities for people and introduce an international dimension in their learning.
Why is British Council important?
The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
Who is the head of British Council?
Barbara Wickham OBE, Director, British Council India.
Who funds the British Council?
How we work. About 85 per cent of the British Council’s turnover is earned through teaching and exams, tendered contracts and partnerships. The British Council also receives grant-in-aid funding from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. This makes up around 15 per cent of our total income.
Is the British Council reliable?
The British Council, it’s widely thought, is a thoroughly good thing. It is the epitome of soft power, a long-established arm of the Foreign Office that promotes British interests not with bombs and guns, but through culture and education.
Who is head of British Council?
Stevie Spring CBE Stevie Spring became Chairman of the British Council in August 2019, and is also Chairman of Mind, the mental health charity.
Who founded the British Council?
Government of the United Kingdom
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