- All political parties have stated that Scottish private schools should not expect government bailouts if they face financial difficulties.
- There is no guarantee that Scotland will directly benefit from the new VAT imposed on private schools starting January 2025.
- The removal of the VAT exemption has already led to the closure of some smaller independent schools in Scotland.
- Candidates acknowledged the valuable role private schools play, especially for pupils with additional support needs, but emphasized that the state will not intervene financially to save struggling schools.
- The sector is recognized as being different from England’s, with Scottish schools and families being disproportionately affected by the VAT policy change.
Source: heraldscotland.com
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