ISC CEO warns 'rushed' tax policy will do 'significant damage' to educational opportunities
On the eve of the implementation of VAT on school fees, ISC chief executive Julie Robinson has warned of the impact it will have on children in state and independent schools.
Ms Robinson said: "The government's rushed tax policy targeting independent schools will do significant damage to the educational opportunities available to children in independent and state schools.
"The extent of pupil movement and school closures will become apparent over the next few years, hurting children, families, local businesses and driving up competition for the best state school places.
"This was avoidable and we continue to seek to work with the government, supporting educational opportunities together. A joint approach would be preferable to undermining a section of education that has much to offer."