Gov’t to hold forum on private education VAT

The government says it is prepared to engage stakeholders in a “frank and open” discussion regarding the 14 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on private tuition.

A press statement from the Ministry of the Presidency explained that as a result of a decision made by Cabinet yesterday, a team of Government Ministers will be meeting with parents and operators of private schools on Friday, April 7, 2017 at 11:00h at the National Cultural Centre (NCC).

Minister of Education, Dr Rupert Roopnaraine is quoted in the release as saying that government is