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Vanessa Clarke
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Online Journalist, BBC
Manchester
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Biography
Online @bbcnews journalist covering learning & identity
I do not cover on issues against humanity.
Content
By Vanessa Clarke Verified| BBC News Verified Private school parents must pay 'fair share', court toldVanessa ClarkeReporting fromRoyal Courts of JusticeBBCThe government has defended its policy of adding value added tax (VAT) to private school fees, telling the High Court it enhances "the fairness of the tax system overall".
By Vanessa Clarke Verified| BBC News Verified Private school VAT 'discriminatory', court hearsVanessa clarkeReporting fromRoyal Courts of JusticeBBCThe government's policy of adding VAT to private school fees will "interfere with the fundamental right to education", the High Court has heard. In front of a packed court room, with headteachers and students in school uniforms listening from the public gallery, Lord David Pannick KC, argued the policy is discriminatory.
By Vanessa Clarke Verified| BBC News Verified Special needs schools way over capacity in EnglandVanessa ClarkeGetty ImagesThere were 8,000 more secondary school pupils in special schools in England than places available for them last year, according to Department for Education (Dfe) figures - a rise of 25% in 12 months. About two-thirds of these schools were at or over capacity in 2023-2024, despite the number of special school places rising by 5,000.
Company Info
BBC
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
London, England, United Kingdom
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Founded: 1922