VAT on private school fees could have ‘seismic impact’ on girls – headteacher

The Government expects private school fees to increase by around 10% as a result of the introduction of VAT (PA) - (PA Wire)

The Government’s decision to apply VAT to private school fees could have a “seismic impact” on girls’ life chances, a leading headteacher has warned.

Alex Hutchinson, president of the Girls’ Schools Association (GSA), warned that Labour’s policy – which is due to come into effect in January – is forcing “stark and unfair” choices on hard-working parents.