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Private Education: Fees and Charges

Asked by Sarah GreenLiberal DemocratDepartment for EducationTabled Answered 23 July 2024UIN 308

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether she (a) has had and (b) plans to have discussions with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on consulting stakeholders that may be affected by the introduction of VAT on private school fees.

Answered by Stephen Morgan

The department regularly engages with the Chancellor of the Exchequer about a range of issues. The government recognises the importance of continuing a positive relationship with representatives of the sector to better support outcomes across the whole education system.

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