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ChasnotRobert
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It works as a benchmark for another child related cost and another relatively lazy assumption.
Of course being able to afford part time nursery for half the week isn't the same as paying for private school. But if you're spending post tax income of £1.5-2.5k p/m* then you can definitely afford more right?
Maybe. Or maybe not.
In the same way that someone who can make up £1.25k p/m for private school between their household income and some contribution from grandparents, may or may not be able to wear more costs.
I don't really see it as an "they can afford it so tax them" issue. It's about fairness and not giving a tax break when the state sector is in crisis.
*Tbf Av is actually a bit over £1k p/m per child but I doubt anyone in within the M25 is paying that.