Independent School Fees: VAT

Debate between Lord Livermore and Lord Storey

Monday 21st October 2024 Lords Chamber

[Lord Livermore (Lab)]

I am very grateful for my noble friend’s insights. I will take those on board.

[Lord Storey (LD)]

My Lords, the Minister keeps saying, “Our modelling, our predictions” et cetera. What happens if they have got it wrong? If, for example, 10%, 20% or 30% of pupils leave the private sector, have the Government made contingency plans to ensure a sufficient number of teachers and sufficient provision? A point was made about special needs schools. Many children in the private sector are in special schools providing a particular type of provision. Will that be available in the state system?