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Let low-income families take children on short term-time holidays without fines. We believe this would reduce inequality, help struggling families afford a break, and support children’s wellbeing, while keeping overall attendance rules in place.
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Review school absence fines & CAP peak pricing of activities in school holidays
We want the government to cap excessive “peak pricing” on family attractions and travel during school holidays. We also want them to review term-time holiday fines and support businesses offering fair pricing with subsidies or tax relief.
Give families an additional tax-free allowance for each child
Introduce a tax-free allowance for each dependent child under 18, in addition to the personal allowance, and ensure it is given to the parent with primary day-to-day care of the child.
Allow unpaid trainee teachers on placement to access 30 hours of free childcare
Many trainee teachers work 40+ hours per week on placement; cannot access 30 hours of free childcare per week. Trainee teachers who work on full-time placements can be excluded from vital support, forcing families to struggle and careers to stall.
Create an Education Travel Tax Relief scheme to offset peak holiday costs
Create a tax-relief framework (like 'Cycle to Work') where travel providers receive tax credits for offering capped 'Term-Time Equivalent' pricing to state education staff. Additionally, launch a review into the affordability of travel for education staff at peak times.
Do not fine parents for children missing school for family funerals abroad
I would like Parliament to amend Section 444 of the Education Act 1996 to provide parents an exemption from fines when they take children abroad for a family funeral. The exemption should apply for 10 days per school year.
Let low-income families take children on short term-time holidays without fines. We believe this would reduce inequality, help struggling families afford a break, and support children’s wellbeing, while keeping overall attendance rules in place.
React
Members can read every reason.
Review school absence fines & CAP peak pricing of activities in school holidays
We want the government to cap excessive “peak pricing” on family attractions and travel during school holidays. We also want them to review term-time holiday fines and support businesses offering fair pricing with subsidies or tax relief.
Give families an additional tax-free allowance for each child
Introduce a tax-free allowance for each dependent child under 18, in addition to the personal allowance, and ensure it is given to the parent with primary day-to-day care of the child.
Allow unpaid trainee teachers on placement to access 30 hours of free childcare
Many trainee teachers work 40+ hours per week on placement; cannot access 30 hours of free childcare per week. Trainee teachers who work on full-time placements can be excluded from vital support, forcing families to struggle and careers to stall.
Create an Education Travel Tax Relief scheme to offset peak holiday costs
Create a tax-relief framework (like 'Cycle to Work') where travel providers receive tax credits for offering capped 'Term-Time Equivalent' pricing to state education staff. Additionally, launch a review into the affordability of travel for education staff at peak times.
Do not fine parents for children missing school for family funerals abroad
I would like Parliament to amend Section 444 of the Education Act 1996 to provide parents an exemption from fines when they take children abroad for a family funeral. The exemption should apply for 10 days per school year.
