ICAEW Urges Delay in VAT Implementation on Private School Fees for Better Preparation

• ICAEW urges delay in charging VAT on private school fees
• Government published draft legislation on 29 July 2024
• Legislation charges VAT at 20% on education and boarding services provided by private schools
• ICAEW’s Tax Faculty has responded to the consultation on the draft legislation
• Practical issues include challenges for schools to register for VAT before 1 January 2025
• ICAEW recommends change to apply to terms starting on or after 1 August 2025
• Technical issues identified with the draft legislation by the faculty

Source: icaew.com

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