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Schools are now being contacted as part of Module 8 (children and young people) of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry. This is a statutory inquiry set up to examine the UK's response to and impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and learn lessons for the future.

The UK Supreme Court ruling clarifies the meaning of 'sex' under the Equality Act 2010, offering schools guidance on handling trans rights and single-sex provisions.

It is the principal means by which the Government seeks to give effect to its manifesto pledges to better protect children, to raise standards in education and care, and to break the link between young people's background and their future success.

The latest statistics published by the Home Office show that there has been a sharp increase in UKVI revocation action against Student sponsors in recent months.

UKVI has announced significant amendments to the immigration rules concerning care arrangements for boarders sponsored under the Child Student visa route. Changes will take effect from 29 May 2025 with further details expected in updated Sponsor Guidance.

The deadline for the first VAT return under the new school VAT regime is approaching. VAT application and reclamation is nuanced and schools should be taking advice to benefit from the opportunities presented by this first return.

Recently published Home Office figures show sharp increase in UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) taking action to revoke Student Sponsor Licences in recent months.

Registration requirements can be tricky, especially for those providers offering support to both children and adults.