Father loses court battle over term-time holidays
The Isle of Wight father who refused to pay a fine for taking his daughter out of school has lost his legal battle in the Supreme Court.
Judges hear evidence after father takes daughter on holiday in term time
It's a decision that will affect schools and parents right across our region.
The wrangle involves a father from the Isle of Wight and his local authority over his decision to take his daughter on holiday during school time.
Five judges at the Supreme Court have heard evidence from both sides. It follows a decision last year by the High Court which ruled in favour of Jon Platt - the dad at the centre of this row. Emma Wilkinson reports.
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Thousands of parents to pay higher holiday costs?
Judges at the Supreme Court have ruled against a father who took his child on holiday during term time.
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Term-time holiday dad loses Supreme Court ruling
Jon Platt, who refused to pay a fine for taking his daughter on holiday during term time, took his battle to the highest court in the land.
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Term-time holiday fine case reaches Supreme Court
The case of a father who successfully challenged a conviction for taking his child away during term-time will be heard in the Supreme Court.