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A council which was due to prosecute a parent over schools admission has withdrawn its action. How far should parents go to ensure a good education for their children?



Harrow Council withdrew its prosecution after it became unclear that it could do so using the Fraud Act 2006. The leader of Harrow Council has called on the government to change what he describes as a legal loophole, saying "It would help if the Government considered this position, because this is a nationwide problem".

The parent accused of lying on the admissions form has denied the allegation and maintains the council's decision confirms her innocence.

James Westhead, the BBC's education correspondent, says anecdotal evidence suggests the number of parents who do lie on admissions forms has risen threefold over the past couple of years.

Does the school admission process need reform? Should councils be able to prosecute parents they believe have supplied false information? Are parents going to increasing lengths to ensure a good education for their children?

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