20% VAT proposal on private school fees in England raises concerns for NASUWT union chief Patrick Roach, potentially leading to smaller independent schools closing and increasing pressure on public sector.

Labor's proposed 20% VAT on private school fees in England has raised concerns among NASUWT union chief Patrick Roach, who suggests that it could lead to smaller independent schools closing, causing "more pressure on the public sector" and potentially leaving teachers out of jobs. Roach spoke at the union's annual conference in Harrogate, Yorkshire, and emphasized the impact on union members.