MPs: Special Needs Referrals Surge is 'Unsustainable'
Exclusive: A dramatic rise in special educational needs and ADHD assessments is placing an 'unsustainable' strain on the UK's education and health systems, with MPs warning of a mounting crisis.
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SEND Education Crisis: UK Councils Warn of System Collapse
Local authorities across England warn of catastrophic collapse in SEND provision as funding crisis reaches breaking point, leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Mother's School System Battle For Autistic Son
A mother's explosive account reveals how the UK education system failed her autistic son, leading her to take drastic action. Discover the bureaucratic nightmare facing families with SEND children.
The 90-Second Sleep Test: Are You Getting Enough?
Discover the startling truth about your sleep needs with this simple daytime test. Sleep experts reveal why you might need more rest than you think and how to instantly check your sleep debt.
SEND Reforms Risk Repeating Universal Credit Failures
A damning IFS report cautions that the government's planned special educational needs reforms risk mirroring the catastrophic rollout of Universal Credit, potentially leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
IFS: Labour's special needs reform 'not fit for purpose'
A bombshell report from the Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes critical flaws in Labour's proposed special needs reforms, warning of a deepening crisis in SEND funding and a potential postcode lottery for vulnerable children across the UK.
The Good Guys fined £1.1m for misleading sale
Australian electronics retailer The Good Guys has been fined a staggering $AUD 2.1 million (£1.1m) by the Federal Court for running a deceptive 'Massive Sale' that misled customers on pricing and discounts. The ACCC investigation revealed widespread non-c
Disabled girl misses school after council fails to build ramp
A five-year-old girl with cerebral palsy was forced to miss her first day at a new specialist school after Westminster Council failed to install a promised wheelchair ramp, leaving her family devastated and fighting for her right to an education.
The Exact Amount Of Sleep You Need, Revealed By Experts
New research uncovers the precise amount of sleep needed at every age to boost brain function, improve mental health, and reduce disease risk. Are you getting enough?
Martin Lewis Slams ITV Over 'Misleading' Advert
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis publicly criticises ITV for airing an advert he claims dangerously mimics his trusted style, potentially misleading vulnerable viewers.
Disabled Boy Dies with Cocaine in System After School Failings
Exclusive investigation reveals a vulnerable disabled boy died with cocaine in his system after attending a special needs school in Croydon. Shocking failings exposed in safeguarding protocols.
Reform UK: SEND Taxi Abuse Bankrupting Councils
Reform UK's Ben Habib claims parents are exploiting free taxi services for children with special needs, warning the unsustainable spending could push local councils into financial collapse.
Phillipson Orders Urgent Data Review of DfE
In her first move as Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson demands immediate assessment of critical issues from school buildings to teacher recruitment, signalling major shake-up.
New UK consumer law bans subscription traps and fake reviews
Millions of UK consumers gain powerful new rights as the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act becomes law, tackling subscription traps and fake reviews.
Florida Man Bullies Disabled Children on School Bus
A Florida man faces intense backlash after a viral video captured him verbally abusing and intimidating children with special needs on their school bus. The incident, met with swift condemnation, has sparked a police investigation and a wider conversation
Nursery workers abuse special needs kids in shocking CCTV
Disturbing video reveals staff at a £2,000-a-month nursery abusing vulnerable children, sparking outrage and calls for justice.
Picky eater slammed over buffet snub
A fussy diner has sparked outrage after refusing to eat from a buffet designed to cater to diverse dietary needs, with critics calling the behaviour 'rude' and 'insensitive'.
Parents plead for safe education for autistic children
Families of autistic children in the UK are demanding urgent action as school violence leaves their vulnerable kids traumatised and excluded from education.
Labour warned against SEND funding cuts
Labour warned against reducing entitlements for children with special needs as experts and campaigners raise alarms over potential funding cuts.
Martin Lewis slams ITV over 'misleading' energy ad
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis calls out ITV over a 'misleading' energy switching ad, urging immediate action to prevent consumer harm during the cost of living crisis.
Labour calls for Ofwat review over water company failures
Amid growing concerns over water company performance, Labour's Jim McMahon demands an independent review of Ofwat's regulatory framework to ensure accountability and better service for consumers.
Ofwat warns water firms over poor performance
The head of Ofwat has issued a stark warning to water companies, demanding better service for customers amid rising bills and environmental concerns.
Power Stick Deodorant Recalled from Walmart & Amazon
Popular Power Stick deodorant products have been urgently recalled from major retailers Walmart and Amazon due to potential health risks. Here's what consumers need to know.
Sailor charged £1,200 by Hertz for tiny car scratch
A Royal Navy sailor was shocked when Hertz demanded £1,200 for a tiny scratch on a rental car, sparking outrage over excessive damage fees.
Ofwat overhaul: New water ombudsman for England & Wales
The UK government announces sweeping reforms to Ofwat, introducing a new water ombudsman to handle rising consumer complaints and improve accountability in the water sector.
Curly Wurlys shrink in multipacks but prices stay same
Popular chocolate bar Curly Wurly has quietly reduced the size of its multipacks while keeping prices unchanged, sparking outrage among consumers.
Dangerous products found on Shein and Temu
A senior EU official has expressed shock over the sale of hazardous items on popular online platforms Shein and Temu, raising urgent consumer safety concerns.
Migrant jailed for assault on special needs girl
A migrant has been sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a vulnerable teenage girl with special needs. Read the full story for the disturbing details.
Walmart recalls Power Stick deodorant over safety concerns
Walmart has issued a recall for its Power Stick deodorant due to potential safety risks. Customers are urged to stop using the product immediately.
Dubai chocolate bar recalled over allergen risk
A popular chocolate bar in Dubai has been urgently recalled due to potential undeclared allergens, posing a risk to consumers with specific dietary needs.
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