UK VAT on private schools triggers record decline in Hong Kong students
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The UK introduced a 20% VAT on private school fees last year, leading to a record decline in Hong Kong student enrollment at UK private schools. Total enrolment dropped by 17% and new admissions fell by 26%. This decline highlights the impact of the tax policy on international student demand from Hong Kong.
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20% VAT increase on school fees
New admissions of Hong Kong students fell by 26%.
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The UK imposed a 20% tax on fees for private schools last year.
South China Morning Post- 20% VAT increase on school fees
- Total enrollment fell by 17%
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Loaded language removedHong Kong student numbers at UK private schools experienced a record decline after Britain imposed a 20 per cent tax on fees last year, with total enrolment falling by 17 per cent and new admissions down by 26 per cent.
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The UK imposed a 20% tax on fees for private schools last year.
South China Morning PostHong Kong student numbers at UK private schools experienced a record decline.
South China Morning PostTotal enrolment of Hong Kong students fell by 17%.
South China Morning PostNew admissions of Hong Kong students fell by 26%.
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