Ministers were warned of 'unforeseen consequences' of rushing VAT on fees policy, says ISC CEO
Posted on: 20 Feb 2025
Posted by: ISC Press Office
ISC CEO Julie Robinson has responded to reports that the introduction of VAT on fees contributed to the UK's inflation rate climbing to 3% in January, the highest level in 10 months.
Speaking to The Telegraph, Ms Robinson said: “The Treasury and the Department for Education were warned that rushing in this policy would have unforeseen consequences that went beyond independent schools and the parents who choose them. Local councils, state schools and now the economy have all been negatively affected by this unprecedented tax on education. We urge the government to think again on the other damaging tax measures it is considering for independent schools.”