Hong Kong nationals making a new life in Salford are set to be offered a series of free English tuition sessions, thanks to Government funding.
The tuition comes after Salford was put among the top three councils in the uk supporting Hong Kong nationals, more than 559 people in two years.
Supported by the government’s 2021 Welcome Programme, the offer reflects the UK’s historic and moral commitment to those who chose to retain ties to the UK by taking up British National (Overseas) status when Hong Kong was handed back to China in 1997.
Councillor Jack Youd, lead member for finance, said: “Learning or improving language skills is crucial to finding jobs and managing everyday life. I’m pleased the government has now recognised that demand nationally is growing and has offered further funding through the Welcome Programme,” said Councillor Youd.
“As part of Salford’s social value benefits, our English language contractors have and will continue to offer professional development opportunities and training for front line staff, placements for trainee tutors and support for volunteers from local businesses to run conversation clubs and one to one tuition. We will also offer workshops on recycling and working in the growing environment sector for learners.”
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