Overview
Pupils will learn that public services are largely funded through the payment of taxes to the government.
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Aimed at students in KS4 and 5 (13-18 year olds) the pack is designed to be delivered over a...
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Why Do We Pay Taxes? (Part 1)
Pupils will learn that public services are largely funded through the payment of taxes to the government.
How Should We Farm?
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How to Search the Internet
Do you keep getting the wrong websites coming up when you search for information on the internet? How can you make your searches more accurate so you quickly find what…
How Can I Make a Difference?
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