Special educational needs

Blunkett urges ministers to use ‘incredible sensitivity’ in changing Send system in England | Special educational needs

Ministers must use “incredible sensitivity” in making changes to the special educational needs system, former education secretary David Blunkett has said, as the government is urged not to drop education, health and care plans (EHCPs). Lord Blunkett, who went through the special needs system when attending a residential school for blind children, said ministers would […]

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Government faces battle over Send overhaul as campaigners voice fears | Special educational needs

Downing Street is facing another bruising battle following last week’s humiliating retreat on welfare reforms, as MPs, campaigners and parents voice concern at its overhaul of special needs education for children in England. A letter to the Guardian, signed by dozens of special needs and disability charities and campaigners – including the broadcaster Chris Packham,

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