Labour's Private School VAT Plan Faces Criticism From Educators

Policy aims to raise funds for state education but risks pushing students out of private sector

Labour proposes a 20% VAT on private school fees to generate £1.7 billion for state schools.
Private school headmasters argue the tax will burden parents and misrepresent the sector.
Concerns rise over state schools' capacity to absorb students leaving private education.
Labour defends the policy, citing private schools' high fees as a barrier for middle-class families.
Legal challenges and potential breaches of human rights laws are being considered by private schools.