The tax office says hobby schools and camps must pay tax. Before, they did not pay tax.
Hobby schools and camps asked the Ministry of Education for help. They think tax makes it harder for children.
The Ministry of Education agrees. They told the Finance Minister: "No tax for hobby schools and camps."
The Education Minister says: "Hobby schools and camps are good for children. They help children learn."
The Minister also says: "Hobby schools and camps are part of education. Children must have them."
Many children go to hobby schools and camps. Last year, 71,000 children went to hobby schools. This year, 30,000 children went to camps.
The Ministry of Education wants clear rules about tax. They asked the Finance Minister nine questions.
The tax office says hobby schools and camps must pay tax. Previously, they were exempt from taxes.
Hobby schools and camps appealed to the Ministry of Education for assistance. They believe taxes make it more difficult for children.
The Ministry of Education agrees. They informed the Finance Minister: "No tax for hobby schools and camps."
The Education Minister stated: "Hobby schools and camps are beneficial for children. They help children learn."
The Minister also added: "Hobby schools and camps are part of education. Children must have access to them."
Many children attend hobby schools and camps. Last year, 71,000 children participated in hobby schools. This year, 30,000 children attended camps.
The Ministry of Education seeks clear tax regulations. They posed nine questions to the Finance Minister.