Unfortunately, a lot already do, BUT they send them to selective schools or schools in 'nice catchment areas'. They also tend to pay for private tutors or use their political influence and Parent/Governor Association status, to get their kids into the better state schools. I also know a few Labour Party colleagues, including would-be councillors, who send their kids to grammar schools. Private schools are only half the issue.
Especially if they have the same education I had between 1947 until 1958 along with all my friends who were able to hand write clearly, spell and knew about apostophies, commas and hyphens! Maybe not used by hand anymore but the knowledge is there for life! And my parents didn't have to pay for that!
In order to "prioritise funds" you need to be earning above a certain threshold anyway. Someone on minimum wage can prioritise all they like, but they ain't affording £3k per term per child.
So everyone should live like the poor,? instead of aspiring for more.. they should just be dragged down..? People need to stop looking I'm other people's pockets.
@@PLl-jr8xi No they just shouldn’t complain when private schools have to pay VAT as it’s ridiculous that institutions that educate statistically the most financially privileged in our society get a tax break
Interesting fact private school fees have gone up 55% rise in school fees since 2003, well outstripping inflation. Yet for some reason there was no complaint.
@@Alex-cw3rz it’s not the same as paying 20 percent more over night. It’s not the same when we already paying 10 percent for the state education which we don’t use. Now we lay 30 percent to state education. I complain about the tax free islands the government run. Do you complain about that? Do you complain about the king charging millions of pounds rent from public services? I do.
I honestly can't get why the few can't understand that the education of their children is a choice they make. i don't have children, but i still pay tax. My tax helps pay for other people's children to be educated. I haven't a choice in this, they pay tax, and now they will have to pay 20% VAT on what, in my opinion, is a luxury, ultimately that is a choice. I may have gotten the wrong end of the stick, but i didn't think i have.
The median household income is around £34500 per year. This is after tax, NI and council tax are paid according to the IFS. So 50% of households are below this figure. You would still have to pay all other living expense after this The average Private school fee in the UK is around £16000 a year. If after paying all of the bills you still have £16000 left a year to pay for private education for 1 child you are privileged. If you have more than 1 child in private school then you are very privileged.
@@Jim90117 A yes because people who cant afford it dont work hard and dont sacrifice anything. If after paying all your bills you still have £16000 a year left to pay for private school then yes you are privileged.
@@Cossieuk But it doesn't follow that all who send their children to private schools are privileged (some schools are cheaper, some people get bursaries etc).
@@Cossieuk we pay one salary to the school, we pay 20 percent tax for the state sector as currently each individual pays 10 percent tax for state education. We don’t use this service and we also save the tax payer I believe 6k each year by not using state sector. Now the government wants another 20 percent tax from our low income households. How is this fair to you where the King and other privileged people don’t pay inheritance, corporation, stamp duty and income taxes. They have a right to not to declare how much voluntary personal income tax? Where the government runs tax free islands? Please let me know, how is this fair ?
Private schools have consistently put up their prices every year but no-one complained. As soon as the government want to raise the standards of the many and the SEND funding there are the loudest few that try and stop it. Why? I work in a crumbling school and we have had to let go of 3 TAs this year. We need the money. Pay the tax and help us.
The parents currently pay twice for their children's education, if they move their children to a state school you pay (assuming you have ever paid any tax) for their children's education and they stop subsidising you (if you had a state education).
Mmmmmm... worrying. Only 35 years ago there'd also have been proper professional exams to smoke out these people and ensure they failed- across the board, in Law, Accountancy, Insurance, Surveying etc.
@@ScruffyTubbles Your lack of incredibly basic critical thinking is more worrying. She doesn't "reckon 1 in 4 is 30%", she simply rounded for convenience. As people do all the time. She's a typical self-absorbed over-privileged person living in her own fantasy world, but this maths insult is just moronic.
I bet those complaining about VAT on private school education didn’t complain about the annual cuts to state school education. We live in a me, me, me society.
You do understand that the government confirmed that the classes in state schools will be increased to 45 per class.. This nonsense is not going to improve a broken system just like the NHS. Parents will do what they can to provide the best care for their kids, it is the actual duty!
@@annaisiomaful not sure about what the teachers would/ will do. But I don’t think it’s fair to punish parents who choose to pay for education for one reason or another when this country runs tax free islands for very rich elites. We knew but it’s revealed without a doubt that the royal family is not paying taxes, charging services which needs money to keep afloat. Taking large rents from charities where parents like myself support like attending cake sales each year. Donating money, even my 11 year old daughter donates to these charities.
@@kemalistdevrimturkaydnlanm168so because there's an inequality with other taxes we shouldn't address this one? Got it no problems can be solved because there are other problems.
Because education isn't a profit generating industry when it comes to schools, tha overwhelming majority of private schools are small or SEN schools, and because children have a right to education, it's not a choice that parents can just forgo, like owning a car.
@@joelhall5124 I get your point but I don't agree. I believe if you choose to pay for a private service then you pay vat. I'd also include vat on private medical treatment
When people on low incomes spend the vast majority of the income in bills and cheap shopping (new national min wage will bring in £21k per year based on 40hrs per week) and they pay 90% of their income on bills, shopping, expected payouts, clothes, they certainly don't have the money to pay to send half a child to private school.
@chatham43 no I'm sadly stuck on benefits being a full time carer to my disabled partner and autistic son. I would love more to be back at work, but can't. Giving up my job in the NHS was the hardest thing I ever had to do. And for someone like me who loves working, it's a kick in the gut to have to get Universal Credit, and become a full time carer, with very little, if no support to help me.
My missus is Nanny, she works with "high value clients" up to royalty. She's told me stories of privilege that would make your stomach churn. If you think the rich consider we commoners as anything but peasants you'd be wrong lol.
But it’s not about that though. Not everyone who can afford it are elitist. Some work very hard and decide to make a hard decision of putting everything they can into affording it to give them the best opportunity they can.
Yes, I hear members of the 'Cheshire Set' are like this, not mentioning any footballer's wives names (lol)...'Working Class Hero' -JL saw it, well as far as he cud see...
@@lesigh1749 I have absolutely no idea what point you are trying to make. Anyone can continue to send their children to private school regardless of political persuasion, it's simply that their private education will no longer be subsidised by the taxes of those too poor to enroll their own children.
@@brianferguson7840 Of course you don't understand the point, that's why you are a labour voter. Let me try to explain it in small words. The cost of public school is going to go up because of VAT being added. Families on low incomes who could only just afford it before, will now be priced out and not able afford it in future. RICH people like Starmer and co, will be able to afford the higher price. Got it now? And those schools weren't being subsidized by taxes, they just weren't having their pupils fees creamed off the top by a greedy government.
Yes you are! If you able to access to those things whatever that maybe, you are privileged. And everybody has the “privilege” to have a maid, butler, chauffeur even if they wanted to, plz have self awareness and gratitude. Years ago I met these twin girls that were able to attend private school due to a scholarship/grant, they weren’t rich but they were fortunate enough to get a place. Not many have that….or fortunate enough to. It might not be much to you but at least it’s better than nothing. Many work hard and still cannot obtain such things. The lack of self awareness and gratitude with people is appalling. This is just to give perspective.
@@Jack_k32As a percentage of earnings? It’s not just about the total amount payed. What kind of a country permits educational apartheid? Private schools help hoard wealth, power and opportunity for the few. They are indeed enablers of wealth hoarding, of power hoarding, of opportunity hoarding. They are, in short, an affront to any notion of a just or inclusive society. They should not be given tax breaks. Personally I would ban private schools.
@@veganbarnsley15Jack_k32 has gone quiet. Maybe he didn’t think of paying tax as a percentage of earnings. Don’t be too harsh on him as he’s just finishing his primary education.
@@veganbarnsley15 I agree with your overall argument about unfair privilege, but speaking as someone who had a torrid (state school) education, I'm still not keen on the idea of banning anything. Let a fool spend his money where he likes, just as long as he doesn't try to wriggle out of paying what's due. And, to be fair, right now, this policy is in the benefit of state school students, so, I hope most families do keep their privileged sprogs in private schools for the time being.
It took me less than 10 seconds to discover that the yearly fees for Harrow were £12500 per term for 2016/17 and are £18000 per term 2024/25 a 35% increase. Where was the outrage then?
if you have the money you can send your children to private school. If you’re too poor to afford the fees your children will miss out which has always been the experience of lower income families 90% of the country.
Not true. Most private schools have a scholarship fund or families that will chip in to send a child. Seems like everyone is just enjoying being a victim.
@@canavan85And how exactly does one without the means to own go about "remortgaging"? Please post links of ethical lenders where low-earning parents might borrow against "decades of hard work", "making ends meet", and "fervent hopes and dreams for our Jill"?
This woman goes to show that the old Scottish saying that Edinburgh isn't Scotland, is true. Am sorry Edinburgh is so posh that you have to be posh, the rest of the country is working class and suffering. Disgusts me hearing Scottish people spout what essentially amounts to Tory propaganda
What does that have to do with private schools existing? I pay tax and don't have kids also. So? Cost of living in a civilised country. @@chrislodge5808
Not a privilege??? Please post links of ethical lenders where low-earning parents might borrow against "decades of hard work", "making ends meet", and "fervent hopes and dreams for our Jill"?
People who can afford private education on people using food banks. Buy supermarket own brands, get rid of netflix get a better paid job. Message to people worried about VAT on school fees. Practice what you preach.
The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has highlighted a critical oversight in Labour’s proposal to raise £1.7bn from VAT on private school fees, as the estimate does not consider the significant costs required to support students who may be forced into the state sector as a result. In reality, once the additional state spending is accounted for, the projected £1.7bn quickly shrinks to zero. Beyond this, the government has already committed considerable funds to address existing education needs-£450m for teacher recruitment, £365m for school breakfasts, and £15m for school-based nurseries-leaving only £970m from the original estimate. OBR and IFS forecasts indicate that between 35,000 and 40,000 pupils will leave private schools, requiring an additional £305m under current state per-pupil funding levels. However, if the IFS’s revised estimate of 90,000 students holds, this could add up to £700m in extra funding. This leaves a net of just £270m-£665m. Independent schools, which are largely registered as charities, already provide enormous value to the state, relieving pressure on state schools by educating over half a million students at no cost to taxpayers. The sector contributes an estimated £16.5bn annually to the UK economy and supports around 300,000 jobs. Moreover, it saves the government billions in education costs that would otherwise be required if these students moved into the state system. In addition to economic contributions, many independent schools support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), which can be costly for local authorities. Currently, around 120,000 children in private education have SEN, with 8,000 requiring Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). Moving these children into state schools could place a heavy burden on local authorities, requiring millions more in funding. Further strain would be felt in areas with high concentrations of private school attendees. Some areas, such as Surrey, may require the construction of new schools to accommodate displaced students, costing tens of millions more. The ripple effects continue, as many independent schools may also claim VAT rebates for up to 10 years after registration, adding further strain on public finances. If this policy were implemented, the impact would not only be financial but would disrupt families, overstretch local authorities, and potentially lead to closures of independent schools. In the end, a plan aimed at raising revenue may leave the state bearing a net cost, while damaging a sector that brings significant economic and social benefits to the country.
Taxing people extra to do the state a favour by lessening the burden on state schools for a better education which will benefit the country in the long run by having a better educated populous. Okay.
@Bubbaasmum That's a little short-sighted. A properly educated society is a healthy and productive society. If goverment schools are cranking out poorly educated students then long term your society will collape, much like it's doing right now. So it's clear that it's not working. On the other hand your car is a machine that loses value the minute it's driven off the lot. And it continues to devalue right up until it's useless and sold for parts. So you are comparing children and the future of your society to a car? Is that an example of the public/government school you went to? Maybe if government schools did a better job of educatng students they wouldn't need to pick the pockets citizens who want a better life for their children. Or is that a crime against socialism too?
These are not cars they are children. If parents cant mange to fund the extra this will affect these children’s future and impact local schools that impact all tax payers.
Private school fees have increased by 55% since 2004. Numbers of children attending those schools has remained largely unchanged. So it would appear that parents don’t mind paying when the schools increase fees but when the government introduces vat on the over inflated fees that’s just not on. Perhaps they could sell off some rugby pitches. That will keep the fees down
If people who send their children to private school can claim that they are not privileged or rich, please, tell me what are the people who can not afford to do this classed as then?
Nothing makes some working class people as proud as scrimping and saving to send their kids to private school and having them come home to look down on their own parents, treat them like dirt and practically disown them publicly; it makes all their sacrifice seem so worthwhile.
Not only do some parents prioritise their funds, some even go out and work an extra job, such as evening cleaning, to fund their child's further education: I'm not making this up. Does this seem privileged?
Expalin to me you can can afford 30-45k pound year tuiojs (many schools have 16-18k per semester tuition costs) On 30k a year as 80% of the work force makes... While stil having expenses for cars, utilites taxes, rent and etc. Don't lie to us, the nunbers don't match Also private school fees go up 20-30% ever 1-2 years What cost you 16k in 2016, now costs $24-25k in 2024... So why no piblicnoutrage agaisnt that if you're so worried about makijg the money?
@@PLl-jr8xibut the difference between private and state is akin to shopping at fortnums or Sainsbury’s. I can afford Sainsbury’s but fortnums is a rare treat.
"VAT is charged on most things"...Actually when it comes to children, no it isn't, children's clothes, food (outside junk food), healthcare/medicines and domestic fuel/energy are all VAT exempt or zero rated. Toys are probably the only common child expense that attracts VAT
Single parent with 3 children...no help from their Dad. Ive always worked full time since they were school age. Paid for 11+ tuition for all of them . One child went to a private school; super bright and got a generous bursary and scholarship cos she was so bright, and what i paid towards her fees was means tested. My other two went to state schools and are absolutely fine and happy. Do what works well for your child's personality
Just to clarify - you absolutely do not have to be privileged to go to private school. I went to private school and had a bursary to pay for my place - my mum and dad were poor, and he later died of cancer whilst I was at school so we lived on one basic salary for the majority of my childhood. Obviously, this means the VAT wouldn't have effected my mum - but I thought it was worth pointing out there were plenty in my position, too.
No one should be denied access to life-changing education, or at least not to the degree that has been charged in over recent decades. Apart from private education, governments actually committed to provide free universities for a long period of time, yet here we are with firms having trouble filling competent positions
A few years ago, I read an article in a major German newspaper about a wealthy family being interviewed at home. Through the article, the family kept complaining that they weren’t really wealthy, and that their expenses were so high, and they couldn’t understand why people would consider them wealthy. I was shocked at what they spent their money on, thousands of euros on vacations, smartphone contracts for everyone and hundreds per month on clothes for their kids, as if that were normal for everyone. At the end of the article, the author wrote, "As I wrapped up the visit and left the house, a delivery of new lawn for their front yard was arriving, imported from the Netherlands because the family preferred the grass there."
Private schools are essential to some parents. My parents were not wealthy. A post office radio engineer and a nurse. It was the county council and his employer that funded my private school education. When residential school was the only option while British exports were sold abroad children were incarcerated in private schools in Britain. VAT on education is a diabolical concept. Room and board taxable? How does the schools charitable status affect VAT? Not all private school students are wealthy, a survey of the car park on parents day would enlighten the whiners.
Almost without exception I agree with Matthew’s *points*.. but this video is a perfect example of how presentation matters! She may have been wrong but sounded fairly reasonable.. which you’d never guess from his interruptions and overall tone 🙄
We are both working and on average salaries, but have to find money to pay for our one child’s education as it’s our responsibility to give her the best possible and suitable education possible. We made an informed decision to bring her to world. Since we made this decision, we don’t have our needs or wants just hers. That’s how I see it when you make a decision to have a child. I am disgusted that I have to cut down more , find more money while this country runs tax free islands and under rule of privileged people who pay no tax and demand more tax from us to pay the privileged elite more of my taxes.
Many people do have wrong priorities! I know many people who claim that they can not pay for private school but then have a Range Rover parked on the driveway.
'People who can't afford private schools are normal people' and then seconds later, from the person who can afford to send their child to private school: 'I am normal!' - that cognitive dissonance is wild. Most normal people can't afford that. I am an electrical engineer and could never ever afford to £8000 a year without forgoing shelter. You're not normal if you can afford that, I wouldn't even say that I'm entirely normal as I earn well above the national average and I can't afford it, so what does that make the caller!?
There is no problem with having money. Having money and going on the radio pretending you're in the same situation as average people is silly though I'm in the top 10% of earners. So I wouldn't go on a radio show and pretend I'm not doing well. Because statistically and relatively I obviously am. This woman should look up what percentile her net worth puts her in before coming on the radio to complain about being taxed for a luxury
Let's just do away with private education and focus on standards across state schools. On this thing about being 'privileged'.. Let's not pretend it's a purely private sector issue. Although overall I back the budget, the public sector has been largely spared. Now a lot of those do crucial jobs, I'm not denying that. But I do think we've become obsessed with 'those who have very little vs the rest' and whilst the rest includes multi-millionaires for whom the impact will be minimal, it will undoubtedly encourage the next generation not to save into a pension. Once again, it's the middle who get squeezed
I don’t agree. Before, I would’ve agreed with you on abolishing it. But what changed my mind is that for those that are genuinely talented and gifted they do deserve to have the opportunity to benefit from it. Tldr, if it was merit-based it’d be a lot better.
I got one of those 'smallest violins' for these buffoons. Improve state schools for the majority, and provide more scholarships. Also, private schools have charitable status!
I'll bet not one child is taken out of private school as a result of VAT. Next the rich will be claiming tax exemption for new Bentleys and Champagne 🍾
@@SuperChorlton No they haven't. I shouldn't have to explain this to anyone but, all the numbers quoted have been simply predicted or stated intentions for when the VAT is implemented. At this time no pupils have been withdrawn from private schooling as the VAT has not been implemented and parents will not take their kids out of school for which they have already paid.
Does all VAT from private schools go straight to education? This should be delayed until April in my opinion. For an organisation that has never had to charge VAT on it's fees and does not pay VAT on all it's expenses still, 2 months is a very short amount of time to be ready with financial systems ready to handle it.
I don't understand why private school parents who dare against VAT just don't work harder? All this whineing when they could pull themselves up by their boots straps instead of looking for VAT exemption handouts. If you want to give your kid an unfair advantage, work more hours, get a second job, cut back on holidays, or takeaways, or nights ou, or avocado toast, or Netflix subscriptions. You know, the kind of things normal families do just to make ends meet.
There are other things that do not have VAT on it - Newspapers, books, funerals, houses, mortgage interest - most of the money spent on these things are spent by privileged people so Reeves should get her backside in gear and put a VAT tax on these.
The ‘privilege’ is the ‘schooling’, not necessarily the education. "Of course, you know how Grant Allen used to deplore the fact that young people, even those with the so-called highest advantages, are brought up to know next to nothing of the natural marvels that surround them; and he used to get laughed at for saying, ‘What a misfortune it is we should let our boys’ schooling interfere with their education!’ Edward Clodd.
Social services occassionally pay for a child to attend private school so it's not always rich kids. When I chose to move to the local state school we were on free school meals because our household income fell in a very low bracket. Being the only kid not from a wealthy background at a school full of wealthy children is difficult and embarassing frequently
To enlarge on my previous comment. Hows this for an idea.upon winning a seat in parliament all MPs will sign a document of commitment, their children must attend state school then spend a total of six years in the British infantry. And of course all MPs must use the NHS
Boohoo.......let me give her some advice that i am sure she has stated more than once over the last few years as she watched people struggle to get by on the basics like heating and eating...............get another job and don't have kids you can't afford..............right? Oh dear, the shoe is now on the other foot.
VAT on school fees will raise less than 1% of the education budget. There then seems to be a lot of confdence from Matt that the Labour government will allocate that money effectively which is delusional. Also,, a bit thick to tell a "privileged" Scot how the wealthy voted for Brexit when Scotland voted Remain.
If you are in a position to send your Children to a Private School well done , this is not a privilege because anyone can do it , whether you have the resources is a different matter ,
Doesn't the fact they can afford to hire such an expensive lawyer kinda prove the point the government are making?
Money talks.
@@paul8161only if you choose to listen, it’s not compulsory & saying no to it is easy if it’s for the right reason.
The real winners of this budget were the tiny violin makers 🎻
Fantastic and very funny 😂😂😂
Shame, I thought it’d be the toolmakers and nurses in one of the big London hospitals 😂
😂😂😂 well said sir
After she gave all the pocket money to one of your siblings?
Did she have to pay VAT on those essentials or did she get a tax break like the private schools?
The answer to this could be to have a rule.All children of MPs must attend state school
About as likely as politicians fighting in wars lol.
Unfortunately, a lot already do, BUT they send them to selective schools or schools in 'nice catchment areas'. They also tend to pay for private tutors or use their political influence and Parent/Governor Association status, to get their kids into the better state schools.
I also know a few Labour Party colleagues, including would-be councillors, who send their kids to grammar schools.
Private schools are only half the issue.
Especially if they have the same education I had between 1947 until 1958 along with all my friends who were able to hand write clearly, spell and knew about apostophies, commas and hyphens! Maybe not used by hand anymore but the knowledge is there for life! And my parents didn't have to pay for that!
No it won't, if they send kids to private schools they will pay vat too????
@@gillianwhitby7442 You're not exceptional. I attended secondary school in the 90s, and I appreciate the correct use of punctuation.
In order to "prioritise funds" you need to be earning above a certain threshold anyway. Someone on minimum wage can prioritise all they like, but they ain't affording £3k per term per child.
18k per year is the average per child
It's a lot more than £3k!
So everyone should live like the poor,? instead of aspiring for more.. they should just be dragged down..? People need to stop looking I'm other people's pockets.
@@PLl-jr8xi No they just shouldn’t complain when private schools have to pay VAT as it’s ridiculous that institutions that educate statistically the most financially privileged in our society get a tax break
@@PLl-jr8xi The rich got their wealth by dipping into the pockets of the poor.
The quality of the education anyone gets should never depend upon ability to pay.
you have just uttered a nonsense that doesnt stand up to reasoning. And what is to be gained by holding people back?
And what do you think that University education ( indoctrination),is?
The problem with having a standard for all is, that generally becomes set at the lowest common denominator.
@marcuskingstanley9522 having anything essential like education, healthcare etc, involve a profit motive is what always drives down quality for most.
@PatrickLee-h1y higher education should also be available to everyone.
Christ my tiny violin has been busy since the budget. As an aside, TAX THE CHURCH!
The church IS taxed?
@@lionguardant5468 Well tax it more until it goes away.
@@ronnygibbon no one should be exempt from tax, ever.
@@lionguardant5468they are exempt from many taxes.
Exclusions apply to institutions which are for religious, educational, or charitable purposes.
@@lionguardant5468no its not?
Interesting fact private school fees have gone up 55% rise in school fees since 2003, well outstripping inflation. Yet for some reason there was no complaint.
Ahhh now that is interesting.
@@Alex-cw3rz it’s not the same as paying 20 percent more over night. It’s not the same when we already paying 10 percent for the state education which we don’t use. Now we lay 30 percent to state education. I complain about the tax free islands the government run. Do you complain about that? Do you complain about the king charging millions of pounds rent from public services? I do.
They are businesses , End of story
Most are charities. Typical ignorant socialist!
So are GP's surgeries
They’re not, they are charities. A very small minority are for-profit. Do your research.
So is Tesco and kids clothes are exempt from VAT
Meanwhile sales in tiny violins have increased exponentially.
We can borrow yours.
@@damianbutterworth2434I thought you had a problem with borrowing?
Stop the Islamidsation of Europe!
I honestly can't get why the few can't understand that the education of their children is a choice they make. i don't have children, but i still pay tax. My tax helps pay for other people's children to be educated. I haven't a choice in this, they pay tax, and now they will have to pay 20% VAT on what, in my opinion, is a luxury, ultimately that is a choice. I may have gotten the wrong end of the stick, but i didn't think i have.
They don't get is the same as tories preaching about 2 child cap
@claudiafigueiredo4979 but why should the taxpayers pay for anyone to have more than 2 kids if you can't afford them, Don't have them
Why should we pay for winter fuel allowance. If you can’t afford it turn off the heating.
People don't realise that this spplies to special needs schools , with a real detrimental impact.
@@RightSnowflake-p6y The older generation paid for your education, medical, ( vaccines etc) dental and optical health.
The median household income is around £34500 per year. This is after tax, NI and council tax are paid according to the IFS. So 50% of households are below this figure.
You would still have to pay all other living expense after this
The average Private school fee in the UK is around £16000 a year.
If after paying all of the bills you still have £16000 left a year to pay for private education for 1 child you are privileged. If you have more than 1 child in private school then you are very privileged.
I love the conflation that if you work really hard in life and sacrifice alot of things to have money left over that makes you privileged.
@@Jim90117 A yes because people who cant afford it dont work hard and dont sacrifice anything.
If after paying all your bills you still have £16000 a year left to pay for private school then yes you are privileged.
@@Cossieuk But it doesn't follow that all who send their children to private schools are privileged (some schools are cheaper, some people get bursaries etc).
@@Cossieuk we pay one salary to the school, we pay 20 percent tax for the state sector as currently each individual pays 10 percent tax for state education. We don’t use this service and we also save the tax payer I believe 6k each year by not using state sector. Now the government wants another 20 percent tax from our low income households. How is this fair to you where the King and other privileged people don’t pay inheritance, corporation, stamp duty and income taxes. They have a right to not to declare how much voluntary personal income tax? Where the government runs tax free islands? Please let me know, how is this fair ?
It's not fair... Neither is the ability to pay for a better education. None of it is fair. Pay your Tax. 👍
Private schools have consistently put up their prices every year but no-one complained. As soon as the government want to raise the standards of the many and the SEND funding there are the loudest few that try and stop it. Why? I work in a crumbling school and we have had to let go of 3 TAs this year. We need the money. Pay the tax and help us.
How much has gone overseas to fund endless wars we aren’t in but gotta raise taxes to pay for things we need. Makes great sense
The parents currently pay twice for their children's education, if they move their children to a state school you pay (assuming you have ever paid any tax) for their children's education and they stop subsidising you (if you had a state education).
@@canavan85 Oh look over there....
@@KiwisDownUnder 🥱
You won't get it. But They have to fund the illegal immigrants somehow!
This is pure spite
If she herself has been privately educated, then she should request a refund.
She reckons that 30% equates to 1 in 4. Alright love.
Mmmmmm... worrying. Only 35 years ago there'd also have been proper professional exams to smoke out these people and ensure they failed- across the board, in Law, Accountancy, Insurance, Surveying etc.
@@ScruffyTubbles Your lack of incredibly basic critical thinking is more worrying. She doesn't "reckon 1 in 4 is 30%", she simply rounded for convenience. As people do all the time.
She's a typical self-absorbed over-privileged person living in her own fantasy world, but this maths insult is just moronic.
@@callum9999 no rounds 1 in 4 to 30%
1 in 3 maybe
@callum9999 I think it was someone else who made that comment
@@callum9999 1/3 is 33%, 1/4 is 25% ... so you think 30% is closer to 25 than 33??
I bet those complaining about VAT on private school education didn’t complain about the annual cuts to state school education. We live in a me, me, me society.
But we pay for state education too.
You do understand that the government confirmed that the classes in state schools will be increased to 45 per class.. This nonsense is not going to improve a broken system just like the NHS. Parents will do what they can to provide the best care for their kids, it is the actual duty!
@@kemalistdevrimturkaydnlanm168preach and state schools will always suffer because teacher are running to other countries due to better salaries!
@@annaisiomaful not sure about what the teachers would/ will do. But I don’t think it’s fair to punish parents who choose to pay for education for one reason or another when this country runs tax free islands for very rich elites. We knew but it’s revealed without a doubt that the royal family is not paying taxes, charging services which needs money to keep afloat. Taking large rents from charities where parents like myself support like attending cake sales each year. Donating money, even my 11 year old daughter donates to these charities.
@@kemalistdevrimturkaydnlanm168so because there's an inequality with other taxes we shouldn't address this one? Got it no problems can be solved because there are other problems.
Take your car to a garage you pay vat, get a haircut you pay vat, why should education be any different? You are buying a service
Because people that send kids to private school are saving the government money by not using the state schools
A privileged service.
The purchaser can clearly see the added value in it.
No vat on gambling!
Because education isn't a profit generating industry when it comes to schools, tha overwhelming majority of private schools are small or SEN schools, and because children have a right to education, it's not a choice that parents can just forgo, like owning a car.
@@joelhall5124 I get your point but I don't agree. I believe if you choose to pay for a private service then you pay vat. I'd also include vat on private medical treatment
When people on low incomes spend the vast majority of the income in bills and cheap shopping (new national min wage will bring in £21k per year based on 40hrs per week) and they pay 90% of their income on bills, shopping, expected payouts, clothes, they certainly don't have the money to pay to send half a child to private school.
It's £25, 400 pa
@admiral But you're not on a low income are you?
@chatham43 no I'm sadly stuck on benefits being a full time carer to my disabled partner and autistic son. I would love more to be back at work, but can't. Giving up my job in the NHS was the hardest thing I ever had to do. And for someone like me who loves working, it's a kick in the gut to have to get Universal Credit, and become a full time carer, with very little, if no support to help me.
My missus is Nanny, she works with "high value clients" up to royalty. She's told me stories of privilege that would make your stomach churn. If you think the rich consider we commoners as anything but peasants you'd be wrong lol.
But it’s not about that though. Not everyone who can afford it are elitist.
Some work very hard and decide to make a hard decision of putting everything they can into affording it to give them the best opportunity they can.
Yes, I hear members of the 'Cheshire Set' are like this, not mentioning any footballer's wives names (lol)...'Working Class Hero' -JL saw it, well as far as he cud see...
Starmer certainly thinks us average ppl are peasants
yes of course she does another story that didn't happen, also commoners also go to private school ignorance is not a favourable trait.
An awful lot of us are common .
I'm not privileged !🤨🤨
My maid isn't privileged our butler isn't privileged.
Even our chauffeur isn't privileged !!
😂😂
@@lesigh1749
I have absolutely no idea what point you are trying to make. Anyone can continue to send their children to private school regardless of political persuasion, it's simply that their private education will no longer be subsidised by the taxes of those too poor to enroll their own children.
@@brianferguson7840 Of course you don't understand the point, that's why you are a labour voter.
Let me try to explain it in small words.
The cost of public school is going to go up because of VAT being added.
Families on low incomes who could only just afford it before, will now be priced out and not able afford it in future.
RICH people like Starmer and co, will be able to afford the higher price.
Got it now?
And those schools weren't being subsidized by taxes, they just weren't having their pupils fees creamed off the top by a greedy government.
🤣
Yes you are! If you able to access to those things whatever that maybe, you are privileged. And everybody has the “privilege” to have a maid, butler, chauffeur even if they wanted to, plz have self awareness and gratitude. Years ago I met these twin girls that were able to attend private school due to a scholarship/grant, they weren’t rich but they were fortunate enough to get a place. Not many have that….or fortunate enough to. It might not be much to you but at least it’s better than nothing. Many work hard and still cannot obtain such things. The lack of self awareness and gratitude with people is appalling. This is just to give perspective.
Why should poor people subsidise rich ones.
Then why should taxes help state schools be free? It is all tax money.
You do realise that they are paying for state education with their taxes and then saving the state money by not using them.
@@antonydavis2764 Oic. Doing it for the benefit of others! How noble!
@@mohammadaamerasad117 I don't understand your complaint.
@@brianbell3836 no-one said they’re doing it for the befit of others - that’s just the way the economics of the situation works.
If you have money to send kids to private school your doing very well financially,,, pay your tax like everyone does rich people
I guarantee they pay more tax than you
@@Jack_k32As a percentage of earnings? It’s not just about the total amount payed. What kind of a country permits educational apartheid? Private schools help hoard wealth, power and opportunity for the few. They are indeed enablers of wealth hoarding, of power hoarding, of opportunity hoarding. They are, in short, an affront to any notion of a just or inclusive society. They should not be given tax breaks. Personally I would ban private schools.
@@veganbarnsley15Jack_k32 has gone quiet. Maybe he didn’t think of paying tax as a percentage of earnings. Don’t be too harsh on him as he’s just finishing his primary education.
@@veganbarnsley15 I agree with your overall argument about unfair privilege, but speaking as someone who had a torrid (state school) education, I'm still not keen on the idea of banning anything. Let a fool spend his money where he likes, just as long as he doesn't try to wriggle out of paying what's due.
And, to be fair, right now, this policy is in the benefit of state school students, so, I hope most families do keep their privileged sprogs in private schools for the time being.
@@Jack_k32 check out the brain on Jack!
VAT on school fees are truly a Brexit bonus,
@ you won the Nation lost,
It took me less than 10 seconds to discover that the yearly fees for Harrow were £12500 per term for 2016/17 and are £18000 per term 2024/25 a 35% increase. Where was the outrage then?
Most private schools are not like Harrow buddy
@@leefisher816 the average increase in fees in Private schools has gone up 55%...
It was back then
You get what you pay for with Harrow unlike any money given to the government.
@@boobrancher9941yeah you get a free ride into the elites of society just because you came from on overcharging boys club
Schools can, you know, drop the fees to be the same price as now post VAT, rather than make their customers spend more. If they want to.
Only if they have the wiggle room to have less money coming in.
Less old Etonians benefits us all. Surely everyone can see that?
Fewer. But yes I agree!!
if you have the money you can send your children to private school. If you’re too poor to afford the fees your children will miss out which has always been the experience of lower income families 90% of the country.
Not true. Most private schools have a scholarship fund or families that will chip in to send a child. Seems like everyone is just enjoying being a victim.
A lot of people don’t have the money, they remortgage, borrow and save. Private school isn’t a privilege
@@canavan85And how exactly
does one without the means to own go about "remortgaging"?
Please post links of ethical lenders where low-earning parents might borrow against "decades of hard work", "making ends meet", and "fervent hopes and dreams for our Jill"?
@@mariannehavisham8323 This is not meant to insult you I'm just askig. Might that have been because the local state school had lower standards?
This woman goes to show that the old Scottish saying that Edinburgh isn't Scotland, is true.
Am sorry Edinburgh is so posh that you have to be posh, the rest of the country is working class and suffering. Disgusts me hearing Scottish people spout what essentially amounts to Tory propaganda
Perhaps she should follow her own advice and prioritise her funds better.
shut up and pay up
Same with all you "struggling" financially. Get better with money.
@@Dynasty1818 shut up and pay up!
@@Dynasty1818 what spare money?
70 per cent of income on rent leaces nothing spare
Or be born into privilege in a system set up to give tax breaks to the privileged… oh yeah let’s change that
Ban private and faith schools completely. Parents can fund thier kids schools for the benefit of all its pupils. Just use the Finland model.
Excellent idea -you can teach people what to think and not how to think.
They all fund the state school through taxes, even if their children go to private school. MY tax helps fund schools, and I don’t have children!
What does that have to do with private schools existing? I pay tax and don't have kids also. So? Cost of living in a civilised country. @@chrislodge5808
@@jonathanlewis453so in your insane world private school students somehow have a better grasp on reality???
Yes.Start with islamic schools.
See how that works 😅
Not a privilege??? Please post links of ethical lenders where low-earning parents might borrow against "decades of hard work", "making ends meet", and "fervent hopes and dreams for our Jill"?
Question... private school claim charity status.... So are the fees a Donation. ????????
People who can afford private education on people using food banks. Buy supermarket own brands, get rid of netflix get a better paid job. Message to people worried about VAT on school fees. Practice what you preach.
The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has highlighted a critical oversight in Labour’s proposal to raise £1.7bn from VAT on private school fees, as the estimate does not consider the significant costs required to support students who may be forced into the state sector as a result.
In reality, once the additional state spending is accounted for, the projected £1.7bn quickly shrinks to zero.
Beyond this, the government has already committed considerable funds to address existing education needs-£450m for teacher recruitment, £365m for school breakfasts, and £15m for school-based nurseries-leaving only £970m from the original estimate.
OBR and IFS forecasts indicate that between 35,000 and 40,000 pupils will leave private schools, requiring an additional £305m under current state per-pupil funding levels. However, if the IFS’s revised estimate of 90,000 students holds, this could add up to £700m in extra funding. This leaves a net of just £270m-£665m.
Independent schools, which are largely registered as charities, already provide enormous value to the state, relieving pressure on state schools by educating over half a million students at no cost to taxpayers. The sector contributes an estimated £16.5bn annually to the UK economy and supports around 300,000 jobs. Moreover, it saves the government billions in education costs that would otherwise be required if these students moved into the state system.
In addition to economic contributions, many independent schools support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), which can be costly for local authorities. Currently, around 120,000 children in private education have SEN, with 8,000 requiring Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). Moving these children into state schools could place a heavy burden on local authorities, requiring millions more in funding.
Further strain would be felt in areas with high concentrations of private school attendees. Some areas, such as Surrey, may require the construction of new schools to accommodate displaced students, costing tens of millions more.
The ripple effects continue, as many independent schools may also claim VAT rebates for up to 10 years after registration, adding further strain on public finances.
If this policy were implemented, the impact would not only be financial but would disrupt families, overstretch local authorities, and potentially lead to closures of independent schools. In the end, a plan aimed at raising revenue may leave the state bearing a net cost, while damaging a sector that brings significant economic and social benefits to the country.
110% correct. And the old chestnut 'don't have kids if you can't afford them.....(private schools)'
Taxing people extra to do the state a favour by lessening the burden on state schools for a better education which will benefit the country in the long run by having a better educated populous. Okay.
So in other words, poor people should subsidize the education of elites to rule them like cattle
Got it.
If I cannot afford the VAT on a car, then I don't buy the car.
@Bubbaasmum That's a little short-sighted. A properly educated society is a healthy and productive society. If goverment schools are cranking out poorly educated students then long term your society will collape, much like it's doing right now. So it's clear that it's not working. On the other hand your car is a machine that loses value the minute it's driven off the lot. And it continues to devalue right up until it's useless and sold for parts. So you are comparing children and the future of your society to a car? Is that an example of the public/government school you went to? Maybe if government schools did a better job of educatng students they wouldn't need to pick the pockets citizens who want a better life for their children. Or is that a crime against socialism too?
When VAT came in it was meant to be temporary but still here 50 years later
These are not cars they are children. If parents cant mange to fund the extra this will affect these children’s future and impact local schools that impact all tax payers.
@@NINA10117if “it isn’t working” then you shouldn’t be worried about people changing it? xoxo
The Lawyer's and Barristers will be Rubbing their Hands, more money to pay for their kids Law School Education..
Private school fees have increased by 55% since 2004. Numbers of children attending those schools has remained largely unchanged. So it would appear that parents don’t mind paying when the schools increase fees but when the government introduces vat on the over inflated fees that’s just not on. Perhaps they could sell off some rugby pitches. That will keep the fees down
Or get the king to reduce their rents.
If people who send their children to private school can claim that they are not privileged or rich, please, tell me what are the people who can not afford to do this classed as then?
The tories think that charities are the way you support the social contract. Tax is for them to avoid
"... They've hired some of the _most expensive_ lawyers in the country..."😂😂😂😂
Nothing makes some working class people as proud as scrimping and saving to send their kids to private school and having them come home to look down on their own parents, treat them like dirt and practically disown them publicly; it makes all their sacrifice seem so worthwhile.
Ah yes the 6% of families that send kids to private school
With 16-18k pound per semester tution fees
Those working class folks...
Parents do know sending your kids to private school is a choice. You are choosing to pay fees that you cannot afford.
Not only do some parents prioritise their funds, some even go out and work an extra job, such as evening cleaning, to fund their child's further education: I'm not making this up. Does this seem privileged?
Expalin to me you can can afford 30-45k pound year tuiojs (many schools have 16-18k per semester tuition costs)
On 30k a year as 80% of the work force makes...
While stil having expenses for cars, utilites taxes, rent and etc.
Don't lie to us, the nunbers don't match
Also private school fees go up 20-30% ever 1-2 years
What cost you 16k in 2016, now costs $24-25k in 2024...
So why no piblicnoutrage agaisnt that if you're so worried about makijg the money?
Go on Matthew. Spell out to these deluded people. Private Schools are not charities. The clue is in the name: Private!
Education is also compulsory. So you can't tax it like it's a luxury can you.
@@PLl-jr8xibut the difference between private and state is akin to shopping at fortnums or Sainsbury’s. I can afford Sainsbury’s but fortnums is a rare treat.
There is a word for your caller matthew, it is not "normal" it is "entitled", and then another: "Out of touch".
"VAT is charged on most things"...Actually when it comes to children, no it isn't, children's clothes, food (outside junk food), healthcare/medicines and domestic fuel/energy are all VAT exempt or zero rated. Toys are probably the only common child expense that attracts VAT
Would you wish a childhood without toys on a child?
No money to pay VAT, money to go to court lols
Single parent with 3 children...no help from their Dad. Ive always worked full time since they were school age. Paid for 11+ tuition for all of them . One child went to a private school; super bright and got a generous bursary and scholarship cos she was so bright, and what i paid towards her fees was means tested. My other two went to state schools and are absolutely fine and happy. Do what works well for your child's personality
Just to clarify - you absolutely do not have to be privileged to go to private school. I went to private school and had a bursary to pay for my place - my mum and dad were poor, and he later died of cancer whilst I was at school so we lived on one basic salary for the majority of my childhood.
Obviously, this means the VAT wouldn't have effected my mum - but I thought it was worth pointing out there were plenty in my position, too.
If it's not a privilege to send your kid to a private school, why bother doing it?
No one should be denied access to life-changing education, or at least not to the degree that has been charged in over recent decades. Apart from private education, governments actually committed to provide free universities for a long period of time, yet here we are with firms having trouble filling competent positions
It’s a wonder that these “Karens” continue you call in because you sure do call out their bougie cluelessness.
Impressive how coherent that was when arguing against sense.
Why is it that those that have worked hard are always being asked "to pay a little more" for those who have sat on their backsides and done nothing.
A few years ago, I read an article in a major German newspaper about a wealthy family being interviewed at home. Through the article, the family kept complaining that they weren’t really wealthy, and that their expenses were so high, and they couldn’t understand why people would consider them wealthy. I was shocked at what they spent their money on, thousands of euros on vacations, smartphone contracts for everyone and hundreds per month on clothes for their kids, as if that were normal for everyone. At the end of the article, the author wrote, "As I wrapped up the visit and left the house, a delivery of new lawn for their front yard was arriving, imported from the Netherlands because the family preferred the grass there."
Yet another LBC comment section filled with jealousy, envy & hate 🥱
Left the uk due to this and now I'm in dubai enjoying the sun. Thanks labour
Fee paying schools are subject to VAT, obviously universities should be paying VAT?
Private schools are essential to some parents. My parents were not wealthy. A post office radio engineer and a nurse. It was the county council and his employer that funded my private school education. When residential school was the only option while British exports were sold abroad children were incarcerated in private schools in Britain. VAT on education is a diabolical concept. Room and board taxable? How does the schools charitable status affect VAT? Not all private school students are wealthy, a survey of the car park on parents day would enlighten the whiners.
Room and board, well they do tax B&B's.
@@allmodcons2274
The tax collector funds the service, collecting tax on the service it funds. A model for the ages...
Almost without exception I agree with Matthew’s *points*.. but this video is a perfect example of how presentation matters!
She may have been wrong but sounded fairly reasonable.. which you’d never guess from his interruptions and overall tone 🙄
If they can afford the most expensive lawyers in the UK they can afford the VAT
We are both working and on average salaries, but have to find money to pay for our one child’s education as it’s our responsibility to give her the best possible and suitable education possible. We made an informed decision to bring her to world. Since we made this decision, we don’t have our needs or wants just hers. That’s how I see it when you make a decision to have a child. I am disgusted that I have to cut down more , find more money while this country runs tax free islands and under rule of privileged people who pay no tax and demand more tax from us to pay the privileged elite more of my taxes.
93% of children, do not go to private school.😂😂
Many people do have wrong priorities! I know many people who claim that they can not pay for private school but then have a Range Rover parked on the driveway.
'People who can't afford private schools are normal people' and then seconds later, from the person who can afford to send their child to private school: 'I am normal!' - that cognitive dissonance is wild. Most normal people can't afford that. I am an electrical engineer and could never ever afford to £8000 a year without forgoing shelter. You're not normal if you can afford that, I wouldn't even say that I'm entirely normal as I earn well above the national average and I can't afford it, so what does that make the caller!?
So she has money??? What’s the problem????
That she's as deluded as you are. Still crying about Labour winning the General Election I see. Bore off, Liam 😂
Do your kids go to private schools
Nothing whatsoever, but if she has the money, she can afford to pay the VAT. Simple.
There is no problem with having money. Having money and going on the radio pretending you're in the same situation as average people is silly though
I'm in the top 10% of earners. So I wouldn't go on a radio show and pretend I'm not doing well. Because statistically and relatively I obviously am. This woman should look up what percentile her net worth puts her in before coming on the radio to complain about being taxed for a luxury
@@franklingoodwin jealous franky-boy!!!!!!! Ha
Neither are the labour lot who are now asking for concessions to keep sending theirs!
so by the reasoning of Kat those who are childless should be reimbursed £8k a year???
Let's just do away with private education and focus on standards across state schools. On this thing about being 'privileged'..
Let's not pretend it's a purely private sector issue. Although overall I back the budget, the public sector has been largely spared. Now a lot of those do crucial jobs, I'm not denying that. But I do think we've become obsessed with 'those who have very little vs the rest' and whilst the rest includes multi-millionaires for whom the impact will be minimal, it will undoubtedly encourage the next generation not to save into a pension.
Once again, it's the middle who get squeezed
I don’t agree. Before, I would’ve agreed with you on abolishing it.
But what changed my mind is that for those that are genuinely talented and gifted they do deserve to have the opportunity to benefit from it.
Tldr, if it was merit-based it’d be a lot better.
I got one of those 'smallest violins' for these buffoons. Improve state schools for the majority, and provide more scholarships. Also, private schools have charitable status!
V.A.T. on private school fees, finally a Brexit benefit?
I'll bet not one child is taken out of private school as a result of VAT. Next the rich will be claiming tax exemption for new Bentleys and Champagne 🍾
They already have.
U r either a troll or have no idea what you're talking about
@@SuperChorltonname 1000 😊
I’m not against taxing the rich more, not at all.
But this is a very simplistic and incompetent way to do it.
@@SuperChorlton
No they haven't. I shouldn't have to explain this to anyone but, all the numbers quoted have been simply predicted or stated intentions for when the VAT is implemented. At this time no pupils have been withdrawn from private schooling as the VAT has not been implemented and parents will not take their kids out of school for which they have already paid.
@@gameofender4463 simplistic yes, incompetent no.
Does all VAT from private schools go straight to education?
This should be delayed until April in my opinion. For an organisation that has never had to charge VAT on it's fees and does not pay VAT on all it's expenses still, 2 months is a very short amount of time to be ready with financial systems ready to handle it.
I don't understand why private school parents who dare against VAT just don't work harder? All this whineing when they could pull themselves up by their boots straps instead of looking for VAT exemption handouts. If you want to give your kid an unfair advantage, work more hours, get a second job, cut back on holidays, or takeaways, or nights ou, or avocado toast, or Netflix subscriptions. You know, the kind of things normal families do just to make ends meet.
Bring out the violins 🎻 😂😂
67 now I went to a RC second modern in Warrington do know what? I now realise how privileged I've been
Every single parent involved in taxing private schools are rich enough to afford the tax. Make it make sense.
I know I'm 5 days late on this one.
I think this lady convinced me...
To support the government on their VAT on private schools.
This Caller is extremely out of touch. Priorities! 🙄
There are other things that do not have VAT on it - Newspapers, books, funerals, houses, mortgage interest - most of the money spent on these things are spent by privileged people so Reeves should get her backside in gear and put a VAT tax on these.
Putting your child in private school you are entitled or you wouldn’t have your child in private scgool
Do they have the same lawyers as the farmers and Royal family.
Brilliant stuff Mathew!
education should never be taxed. and sorry my son is not the same as somebodies asbo kid
If you can afford kids that need to go to private-school, don't have them.
The ‘privilege’ is the ‘schooling’, not necessarily the education.
"Of course, you know how Grant Allen used to deplore the fact that young people, even those with the so-called highest advantages, are brought up to know next to nothing of the natural marvels that surround them; and he used to get laughed at for saying, ‘What a misfortune it is we should let our boys’ schooling interfere with their education!’ Edward Clodd.
The delusion of some people.
The government needs to be warned.
1:32
If you want private education for your children then pay for it.... Tony cuenca
Social services occassionally pay for a child to attend private school so it's not always rich kids. When I chose to move to the local state school we were on free school meals because our household income fell in a very low bracket. Being the only kid not from a wealthy background at a school full of wealthy children is difficult and embarassing frequently
I did not that about the EU and VAT on education fees.
The first brexit benefit i have ever heard of
To enlarge on my previous comment. Hows this for an idea.upon winning a seat in parliament all MPs will sign a document of commitment, their children must attend state school then spend a total of six years in the British infantry. And of course all MPs must use the NHS
Raises the question, why is state education so bad?
To be fair, we now need higher stamp duty and Council Tax on houses near the best rated state schools.
Boohoo.......let me give her some advice that i am sure she has stated more than once over the last few years as she watched people struggle to get by on the basics like heating and eating...............get another job and don't have kids you can't afford..............right?
Oh dear, the shoe is now on the other foot.
People always want something for nothing these days. Sort your own lives out rather than worrying about what other have earned.
VAT on school fees will raise less than 1% of the education budget. There then seems to be a lot of confdence from Matt that the Labour government will allocate that money effectively which is delusional. Also,, a bit thick to tell a "privileged" Scot how the wealthy voted for Brexit when Scotland voted Remain.
This might be a hot take but I think he is absolutely on the money 💯💯💯
If you are in a position to send your Children to a Private School well done , this is not a privilege because anyone can do it , whether you have the resources is a different matter ,
They should just work harder. The scholarship kids should be VAT free.
Won’t the amount generated result in 1 additional teacher per school……. Hardly a revolution is it.
Still an improvement though!! Ever tried being a teacher?
Didn't think so 😂