

VAT on private school fees: justice or spite?
Nov 7, 2024
Guest
Stephen Gorard
Guest
Julie Robinson
Guest
Madeleine Holt
Guest
Anthony Simpson
Guest
Mona Siddiqui

Guest
Giles Fraser
Guest
Ella Whelan
Guest
Ash Sarkar
Joining the discussion are Ash Sarkar, a political commentator; Ella Whelan, a feminist author; Giles Fraser, a vocal priest; and Mona Siddiqui, an interfaith expert. They tackle the contentious issue of imposing VAT on private school fees, questioning if it's a matter of justice or spite. The guests share their educational experiences, examining socioeconomic divides and the impact on access to quality education. They also debate the moral implications of independent schooling and the state’s role in fostering equity, raising critical questions about privilege and choice in education.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Educational Privilege and Societal Impact
01:55 • 2min
Impact of VAT on Private Education
03:34 • 4min
The Debate on Private School Funding and Its Implications
07:28 • 2min
Parental Advocacy and Educational Equity
09:29 • 15min
Navigating Educational Opportunities
24:05 • 12min
Educational Equity and Policy Changes
35:36 • 6min
Navigating Private vs. Public Education
41:07 • 4min
Class Divide: The Ethics of Private Education
45:10 • 11min