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.
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Love Island Star Slams Labour's 'Dangerous' Taxi Tax
Former Love Island contestant Shaughna Phillips launches scathing attack on Rachel Reeves' proposed VAT hike for private hire vehicles, warning it threatens women's safety and will hit low-income families hardest.
Reeves: No Tax Rises in Labour's First Budget
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to no income tax, national insurance, or VAT increases in Labour's first budget, prioritising economic stability over radical spending in exclusive Telegraph interview.
Reeves slams Scottish Govt over A9 VAT bill expectation
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves accuses Scottish ministers of expecting Westminster to cover £135 million VAT bill for A9 dualling project, highlighting ongoing funding tensions between governments.
Labour vows no income tax rise under Reeves
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits Labour to freezing income tax, national insurance, and VAT rates, positioning party as fiscally responsible ahead of potential election.
Reeves refuses to rule out Labour tax rises
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves declines to guarantee no tax increases under Labour, while pledging to scrap non-dom status and impose VAT on private school fees in exclusive economic policy preview.
BIFA 2024 Nominations Reveal Surprise Contenders
The British Independent Film Awards nominations are out with unexpected frontrunners challenging established favourites. Discover which films and performances made the cut in this year's most exciting race for independent cinema glory.
BIFA 2025 Nominations: My Father's Shadow Leads Race
The British Independent Film Awards unveils its 2025 nominations with intimate dramas 'My Father's Shadow' and 'Pillion' dominating the shortlist, celebrating the best of UK cinematic talent.
Reeves rules out tax rises in autumn budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares key taxes won't increase in autumn budget, putting wealth, income and corporation tax hikes firmly off limits despite fiscal challenges.
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.
California School Crisis: Sex, Drugs and Violence Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals California schools in meltdown with rampant drug use, explicit sexual behaviour and daily violence creating 'Lord of the Flies' environment for students and teachers.
Tourist numbers plunge as tax-free shopping scrapped
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's tourism industry is suffering a £1.5bn blow as overseas visitors abandon UK shopping trips following the abolition of tax-free shopping. Industry leaders issue urgent Budget plea to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.
Rachel Reeves cleared in HMRC tax investigation
Labour's shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves will face no further action from HMRC over her tax affairs, following an investigation into her VAT registration. The ruling delivers a significant political victory for the senior Labour figure.
Florida schools with Sharia links got taxpayer vouchers
Exclusive investigation reveals Florida schools with alleged ties to Islamic law receiving millions in taxpayer vouchers, sparking political firestorm and raising questions about education funding oversight.
Dallas schools sued over racial segregation in discipline
A Texas school district is embroiled in a discrimination lawsuit after implementing a disciplinary policy that allegedly targets and isolates Black students in separate classrooms.
Lula deploys military to combat gang violence in Rio schools
Brazil's President launches dramatic military intervention in Rio de Janeiro schools to combat drug gang influence and restore safety for students and teachers.
Labour to tax private school fees with VAT in first budget
Sir Keir Starmer declares Labour will add VAT to private school fees in first budget, sparking fierce political battle with Conservatives over education funding and tax policy.
Reeves Confronts £50bn Fiscal Black Hole
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves inherits a staggering £50 billion budget shortfall, with experts warning of potential income tax and VAT increases to fill the Treasury void.
Mobile phones banned in English schools in education overhaul
Bridget Phillipson announces immediate ban on mobile phones in English schools and ambitious teacher recruitment targets in her first major speech as Education Secretary.
Tourist tax costs UK hospitality £4.1 billion
New research reveals the devastating £4.1 billion economic impact of the tourist tax on UK hospitality, with businesses urging government action to reverse the decline.
Kamehameha Schools sued over Native Hawaiian admission policy
A federal lawsuit challenges the century-old admission practices at Hawaii's prestigious Kamehameha Schools, alleging discrimination against non-Native Hawaiian students in what could become a landmark education rights case.
Labour to scrap Ofsted and tax private schools
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical education reforms including Ofsted replacement and VAT on private schools to fund state education boost.
Isolation Rooms: 1 in 12 secondary pupils removed weekly
New research exposes widespread use of isolation rooms in UK secondary schools, with vulnerable students disproportionately affected. Discover the alarming findings and expert concerns.
Reeves unveils £2bn school repair fund for crumbling buildings
Labour's Shadow Chancellor announces massive investment plan to fix England's crumbling schools, targeting roofs, heating systems and structural repairs in urgent overhaul.
Reform UK Reviews Potential VAT Underpayments
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party launches urgent review into potential VAT underpayments on millions in ticket sales and merchandise amid growing financial scrutiny.
Reeves pressured on private school tax amid £1.3bn gap
Labour's shadow chancellor urged to reconsider VAT exemption for private education as experts warn of massive funding gap in party's education plans.
Miliband: Scrap VAT on energy bills now
Shadow Energy Secretary Ed Miliband calls for immediate removal of VAT from energy bills ahead of crucial Budget announcement, putting pressure on government over cost of living crisis.
Miliband denies net-zero policies drive up energy costs
Shadow Climate Secretary Ed Miliband defends net-zero policies against cost accusations while Rachel Reeves suggests VAT relief could be coming in Labour's first budget to ease household energy bills.
Violent Behaviour Crisis in Scottish Primary Schools
Exclusive investigation reveals escalating behavioural crisis in Scottish schools, with primary pupils displaying violence, swearing, and classroom disruptions that are pushing teachers to breaking point.
Top 30 State Secondary Schools Revealed for 2024
New government league tables expose the outstanding state secondary schools achieving exceptional GCSE and A-Level results across England - discover if your local school made the cut.
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