Petition Add VAT to university tuition fees to ensure consistency in education tax policy

Remove VAT exemption from university tuition fees. I believe the current approach is inconsistent and unfair, taxing only certain stages of education.

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I believe charging VAT on private school fees while exempting universities and nurseries is unjust. I believe this policy doesn't affect the wealthy but instead punishes aspirational families who can work multiple jobs to give their children a better future. Education is education. If it’s fair to tax it, then I believe it must be applied equally.

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Created by Lee Darbyshire
Deadline 28 February 2026 All petitions run for 6 months
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