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Moorland School Liquidated: £1.7M Debt Sparks Tribunal Ruling

1/25/2025

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Moorland School in Clitheroe liquidated last year, facing over £1.7 million in debts and restructuring plans.
Former staff experienced abrupt redundancies, violating contracts and leading to financial losses.
An employment tribunal mandated the school to pay over £7,000 for unpaid leave and inadequate notice.
Proprietor Johnathan Harrison cited the Covid pandemic and VAT changes as key factors in the liquidation.

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Story summary

Moorland School in Clitheroe liquidated last year, facing over £1.7 million in debts and restructuring plans.
Former staff experienced abrupt redundancies, violating contracts and leading to financial losses.
An employment tribunal mandated the school to pay over £7,000 for unpaid leave and inadequate notice.
Proprietor Johnathan Harrison cited the Covid pandemic and VAT changes as key factors in the liquidation.