Schools and councils express financial concerns as EHCP applications surge before potential change in provision

I believe that the Government’s proposed SEND reforms could limit EHCPs, weaken legal rights, replace individual plans with packages, reduce appeals, and remove school choice. In my view, children cou...

Parent-carers of disabled children are exposed to chronic levels of extreme stress and often reach crisis point before help is available – then they face a ‘fight for basic support’, experts say. This is Matilda Davis’s story

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The protests and violence that followed an alleged rape that never happened were the result of far-right agitators galvanising fear on our streets

Badge holders and carers report being harassed, filmed and threatened by strangers who think they are faking disability

I am very sorry to announce that Giles passed away over the weekend. If and when there is further information that I can share, I will do so. For now, please take a moment to read the short obituary p...

Government’s plans lack detail and risk turning Sendcos into ‘lightning rods’ for parent frustration, sector leaders tell Commons Education Select Committee

Critics argue that the consultation should be started afresh because the proposals strip away children’s protections and weaken their legal rights

A record partnership from Ben Foakes and Tom Lawes rescued Surrey after they were reduced to 65 for six by Warwickshire

Only 38% of parents without ECHPs felt teachers in mainstream schools had the tools to deal with special needs

Planned changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system in England were announced last month.

The legal rights of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are under threat. We must act now.