OBR Forecasts 35,000 Fewer Private School Pupils Due to VAT Changes
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, confirmed in today’s budget the government’s plan to end the VAT exemption on private school fees—a policy intended to support the hiring of thousands of new teachers in the public sector. Set to take effect in January, this change is expected to impact private school affordability significantly. The Office for Budget […]
County Court Bailiff denied right to bring emotional support dog to work-tribunal dismisses claims
In a recent employment tribunal decision, a county court bailiff who sought permission to bring her miniature Yorkshire terrier as an emotional support animal during home visits faced dismissal of her claims for failure to make reasonable adjustments related to a disability. The tribunal also rejected her claims of disability-related harassment. Ms. D Cullingford, the […]