Labour’s plan to end private school tax breaks would raise £1.5bn for state sector, thinktank says
The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) also dismissed claims that ending tax breaks for private schools would lead to a mass exodus from the sector
The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) also dismissed claims that ending tax breaks for private schools would lead to a mass exodus from the sector
Private schools in England and Wales receive public subsidy through local taxation relief, having to pay only 20 percent of their tax assessments as a result of relief on business rates. State schools, meanwhile, must pay the full rate.
44% support ending the charitable status of private schools, compared to 15% who oppose any such move.
Contrary to previous reports, UCU report finds that increased fees are putting the most disadvantaged young people off university.