Chief executive of the ISC Julie Robinson was interviewed by Nick Ferrari on LBC in light of Labour's tax plans for independent schools and, in particular, the threat to smaller schools.
According to data collated by The Telegraph, independent school fees could rise by two-and-a-half times the rate of inflation as headteachers prepare for Labour's VAT plan.
In an interview with Sky News, ISC chief executive Julie Robinson discussed Labour's plan to add VAT to independent school fees, and the number of pupils it could displace.
Julie Robinson, ISC chief executive, responded to reports that some staff at independent schools face being made redundant under Labour's tax plans.
Sarah Cunnane, ISC's head of media and communications, appeared opposite journalist Fiona Millar on BBC Radio 4, where she reiterated concerns about the impact of the policy on SEND.
ISC chief executive Julie Robinson called attention to the thousands of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who do not have an EHCP, and therefore would not be exempt from VAT under Labour's tax plans.
ISC chief executive Julie Robinson reiterated concerns about the proposal to add VAT to school fees, and the financial impact this would have on both the independent and state sectors.
The annual ISC Census has been published today, prompting ISC CEO Julie Robinson to warn that Labour's VAT plans risk “flooding” the state sector with requests for expensive support for children with SEND.