British Council may close in years due to financial losses, risking UK cultural influence globally.

The British Council, which promotes UK culture and language worldwide, faces potential closure within years due to financial challenges, including pandemic-related income drops. Its CEO, Scott McDonald, warns of the loss of up to £250 million, impacting operations in 40 countries and potentially ceding influence to nations like China and Russia. The UK government's support is crucial to prevent this cultural and diplomatic setback.

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