Alicia Kearns MP has raised a Point of Order in Parliament, expressing concerns over Labour's plans to charge independent schools 20% VAT from January 1 2025. The fee will also apply to pre-payment of fees.
Alicia Kearns, Member of Parliament for Rutland and Stamford, said:
"Yesterday in Parliament I raised a Point of Order, expressing my concerns over the Government’s failure to come formally before the House on their decision. Announcing the policy through a Written Ministerial Statement purposefully prevents MPs from debating this important issue which affects so many of us.
"This risks the 2000+ jobs in my communities that our 10 independent schools provide, and hurts those who put so much on the line for their children to attend the school right for them."
