Monthly Archives: February 2026

The Author, the Village, and the Paradox of Independence

On Monday 23 February, my brother and I announced that the ownership of Claires Court Schools Ltd. had moved from the Wilding family over the the Licensed Trade Charity, a venerable organisation established in 1793 to support children and families … Continue reading

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The Morning After VAT: From Panic to Adjustment in the Independent Sector

I’ve written the following thought piece to illustrate there are no easy answers for anyone in the education space in 2026. Probably true for most ‘human’ providers, from farmers, through care and health to pubs and the hospitality trade. The … Continue reading

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