Ursula von der Leyen's letter (Image: EU) “Next step: Organise a debate on this in the European Parliament. “Erasmus+ is a cornerstone in a peaceful continent– also beyond the EU.” In December, after the UK and the EU agreed details of their post-Brexit trade deal, the Government published details of it replacement programme. EU budget factions mapped (Image: Express) The Turing scheme will be backed by over £100 million, providing funding for around 35,000 students in universities, colleges and schools to go on placements and exchanges overseas, starting in September 2021. Education Secretary Gavin Williamson commented: We now have the chance to expand opportunities to study abroad and see more students from all backgrounds benefit from the experience.