Labour MP: VAT charge on private schools could make elitist system more elitist

The policy, which came into effect earlier this year, is aimed at raising money to fund state schools (PA) - (PA Wire)

The amount of VAT imposed on private schools should be based on turnover, to prevent smaller schools getting “caught in this trap”, a Labour MP has said.

Rupa Huq raised concerns the Government’s policy to apply 20% VAT to private school education and boarding fees could make an “elitist system more elitist”.