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30th May 2017
09:30am BST

However, there are some fee-paying schools which currently have names on waiting lists that have been there for over a decade and a number of principals of private schools have expressed their concerns over potential legal action from parents in these or similar situations.
The amendments to the legislation were supposed to come into play in September 2017 but it is now thought they will be postponed until 2018. A short transitionary period will also be given to schools, allowing them to adapt to the changes.
Under the amended legislation schools will be compelled to give details as to how they will be providing for children who decline to partake in religious education and services. They will also no longer be allowed charge admission fees.Explore more on these topics: