Reeves: No VAT on private schools in first Labour budget
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes significant pre-election commitment, vowing Labour will not increase VAT on private education in their first budget, marking a major policy clarification.
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Shearer and Caine rebel against Labour school tax
Labour faces celebrity backlash as Premier League icons and Hollywood stars warn against 'disastrous' tax increases on private schools that could overwhelm state education system.
Tennessee Churches Host Public Schools in Groundbreaking Move
In an unprecedented move, Tennessee churches are transforming into temporary school campuses, offering sanctuary and space for education amid infrastructure challenges.
Vanessa Stoykov rejects private school for son
Wealth education expert Vanessa Stoykov explains her surprising decision to withdraw her son from private education, challenging conventional wisdom about privilege and parenting.
Manchester faith schools investigated over admissions practices
Exclusive investigation reveals how Manchester's religious schools are being targeted by government inspectors over admissions practices, raising concerns about religious freedom in education.
Reeves announces tax rises in first Labour budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping tax reforms in her debut budget, targeting private schools, non-doms and private equity in bid to rebuild Britain's economy.
Labour to add 20% VAT to private school fees
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party confirms plans to add 20% VAT to private school fees, potentially costing families thousands in major education funding shake-up.
Montana Brown blasts schools over 'inappropriate' pupil films
Former Love Island contestant Montana Brown has sparked controversy after criticising teachers for showing films containing adult themes to young pupils, including her own son.
UK schools cyber attack crisis revealed
Shocking new data exposes that nearly half of UK secondary schools have faced cyber attacks or data breaches in the past year, raising urgent concerns about student safety and educational continuity.
PSNI Alert: Northern Ireland Schools Security Warning
PSNI warns Northern Ireland schools about suspicious approaches following similar incidents in Galway and Mayo. Parents and staff urged to remain vigilant.
Northern Ireland pupils forced into Republic's schools
Dozens of Northern Irish pupils are being educated in the Republic of Ireland as Derry's school capacity crisis reaches breaking point, raising urgent questions about educational provision and cross-border cooperation.
Northern Ireland pupils forced to school in Republic
Dozens of Northern Ireland pupils face unprecedented daily international commutes as Derry primary schools reach capacity, highlighting critical education infrastructure failures.
Special needs school funding crisis deepens
English councils face a staggering £1.5 billion deficit as special educational needs spending skyrockets, forcing difficult cuts to mainstream school funding and other vital services.
Kids protest Labour's private school tax plan
Dozens of students and parents staged an emotional protest outside Labour's London headquarters, warning that the party's VAT on private schools could devastate family finances and overwhelm state education.
Labour could add VAT to private healthcare bills
Exclusive polling reveals public outrage as Labour considers imposing 20% VAT on private healthcare treatments, making medical care more expensive for millions of Britons.
Labour's private healthcare VAT hits 8 million families
Rachel Reeves' plan to impose VAT on private medical treatments could cost families hundreds of pounds more annually, with experts warning it may overwhelm the NHS as patients return to public healthcare.
State education drive parents to private tutors
Exclusive investigation reveals how competitive state education is driving a tutoring boom, with parents spending thousands to secure places at top comprehensive schools.
Labour to scrap Ofsted and tax private schools in education shake-up
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical plan to abolish Ofsted, replace it with a new body, and remove private schools' tax breaks to invest billions in state schools.
School's All-Day Phone Ban Praised By Parents
A pioneering UK school has implemented a strict 'phone-free' policy, requiring students to surrender their devices from morning until home time to combat distraction and boost wellbeing, earning widespread praise from parents and experts.
Reform UK abandons grammar school pledge in major U-turn
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has performed a dramatic U-turn on its flagship grammar school policy, abandoning its pledge to build new selective schools just days after the election. The move signals a major strategic shift as the party transitions from
Private parking tickets surge 24% hitting UK drivers
British motorists are facing a record onslaught of private parking tickets, with a shocking 24% annual surge in charges. Discover the data behind the £100M industry and how to fight back.
Labour proceeds with VAT on private school fees
Exclusive: The new Labour government is pushing forward with its manifesto pledge to add VAT to private school fees, a move that could reshape the UK's education landscape and spark fierce debate.
Tatler's 2024 Guide to Britain's Best Schools Unveiled
Discover the crème de la crème of British education as Tatler unveils its prestigious guide to the top schools, including Kirstie Allsopp's alma mater and elite packages for the ultimate education.
UK Schools Crippled by Wave of Ransomware Cyberattacks
Exclusive: A devastating wave of sophisticated cyberattacks is holding British schools hostage, disrupting exams and putting sensitive student data at risk. Experts warn of a growing national crisis in education cybersecurity.
Billionaire Labour donor demands end to private school tax breaks
In a seismic intervention, Labour donor Gary Lubner joins calls to strip private schools of their charitable status, arguing the tax breaks subsidise privilege and harm the state sector. The move signals growing pressure on Starmer's party for bolder educ
Labour's Bridget Phillipson unveils education system overhaul
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces Labour's radical plan to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum reform, teacher recruitment, and breaking down class barriers.
Labour ends private school VAT breaks in education funding revolution
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces immediate action to remove VAT breaks from private schools to fund state education, signalling Labour's first major policy shift.
Tasmanian School Gardens Cultivate Student Success
Discover how a groundbreaking school garden programme in Tasmania is reaping a harvest of benefits, from improved student mental health and attendance to better academic engagement, by moving beyond simple horticulture.
Schools failing to tackle 'pervasive' sexism, warns Commissioner
Dame Rachel de Souza calls for urgent action, including a revamped curriculum and mandatory training, to combat deeply entrenched sexist attitudes in schools across England.
School's 'Prison-Like' Regime Leaves Pupils in Tears
Outcry at Sheffield secondary school as new 'zero-tolerance' behaviour policy, including silent corridors and immediate detentions, leaves children distressed and parents furious. The drastic measures have been compared to a prison regime.
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