Labour's private school tax plan strongly backed by public, poll shows

The government has charged critics of the new VAT on private school fees as out of touch, highlighting that public support for the policy is at 54%.

Polling shows 57% of respondents find the private education system unfair, suggesting a societal shift towards advocating for greater access and social mixing in education.

A government source emphasized that the growing public backing for removing tax breaks from private schools demonstrates the Labour government's commitment to invest in state education.

Downing Street reiterated support for the policy as middle-class parents feel priced out due to soaring private school fees, now averaging around £18,000 per child.

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