This book presents a comprehensive statistical overview of further education in Great Britain for the academic year 1980-1981. It aims to provide policymakers, educators, and researchers with detailed data on student enrollment, staffing, and institutional resources within the further education sector. The publication serves as a factual record, enabling analysis of trends and comparisons across different regions and types of institutions.

This publication is a key government statistical series, providing essential data for understanding the landscape of further education in the UK during the early 1980s. Its value lies in its comprehensive data collection and presentation, serving as a foundational resource for academic research and policy development. The detailed tables and figures offer a clear snapshot of the sector's structure and operations at that time.