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105 Private Schools Close After Labour's VAT Move

The Labour government's VAT imposition on private school fees has led to 105 closures in 12 months, sparking warnings of a detrimental impact on the state sector. Watch the video for the full analysis.

King's School Headmaster Sues Over Termination

The headmaster of Australia's prestigious King's School is taking legal action after being sacked for allegedly striking a student. Read the latest on the Federal Court case.

NHS delays push patients to private scans from £300

Frustrated by long NHS waits, Brits are turning to private scanning services like Scan.com for faster health checks. Prices start at £300, with no GP referral needed. Learn how people are taking control of their wellbeing.

Cancer patients pay privately as NHS misses targets

Soaring numbers of UK cancer patients are using savings or private insurance for chemotherapy due to NHS waiting lists. New data reveals an alarming trend as key NHS cancer targets are missed. Read the full investigation.

Private parking tickets hit record 15.9 million

Private parking firms issued a record 15.9 million tickets last year, costing drivers up to £4.4m daily. A long-awaited Code of Practice is delayed, as firms face accusations of unfair practices.

Govt misses teacher recruitment target by 12%

Official figures reveal the Government recruited only 88% of its secondary teacher target for 2025/26, despite a VAT raid on private schools intended to fund 6,500 new state teachers. Read the full analysis.

Wealthy family seeks £192k tutor for four children

A prestigious agency advertises for a £192,000-a-year private tutor to educate four 'exceptionally bright' children splitting time between London and Miami. The ideal candidate must be inspiring, sporty, and handle last-minute changes with grace.

Labour to impose VAT on private school fees

Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.

Francis Review: Rethinking Education for Uncertain Times

The landmark Francis curriculum review challenges traditional teaching methods and calls for an education system that prepares students for complexity, critical thinking, and rapid technological change in post-Brexit Britain.

Labour plans VAT on private school fees

Labour's shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves announces plans to strip private schools of their tax exemptions, adding VAT and business rates in major education funding shake-up.

Trump Plans Transgender Education Restrictions

The Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to sex education, limiting transgender topics in schools and redefining 'sex' as biological. Critics warn of dangerous consequences for LGBTQ+ youth.

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