Anna Maxwell Martin: SATs harm special needs children
BBC star Anna Maxwell Martin joins parents warning primary SATs leave SEND children feeling 'not clever enough'. Read the open letter demanding education reform.
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SEND funding crisis could halt bin collections, Tice warns
Reform UK's Richard Tice warns 'out of control' SEND costs, now at £10bn a year, will leave councils unable to afford basic services. He calls for EHCP reforms and an end to 'insane' practices.
Debt Collector Pursued 200k Claims While Banned
Panthera Finance allegedly collected $60m from Victorians while banned. Legal action could see consumers entitled to refunds. Discover the full investigation.
59 Councils Face Bankruptcy Over £18bn SEND Crisis
Shocking report reveals dozens of councils could collapse overnight under spiralling SEND costs. Government urged to act as system heads toward 'total collapse'.
SEND system faces collapse as demand surges
Special educational needs services in England face total collapse with councils predicting £18bn deficits by 2030. Urgent reform needed to prevent widespread bankruptcy.
Real Madrid stars create magical moment for young Liverpool fan
A heartwarming Champions League encounter saw Real Madrid players create a magical memory for a young Liverpool supporter with special needs during their Anfield clash.
Trump Halloween party amid UK disabled children funding cuts
Former US President Donald Trump faces criticism for hosting lavish Halloween festivities while UK government reduces support for children with special needs through Snap funding programme.
Mother's fight for autistic son's school place
A desperate mother reveals how her autistic son has been failed by the education system, facing constant rejections from specialist schools despite clear needs.
SEND transport costs crisis pushing families to brink
Soaring transport costs for SEND pupils in England are pushing families to the brink, with councils struggling to cope and parents forced to reduce working hours.
Councils spend £2.5bn on special needs school transport
Shocking new figures expose how local authorities across Britain are spending billions transporting children with special educational needs to school, with costs soaring by nearly £500 million annually.
Harvey's heartbreaking plea: 'Why can't I have a friend?'
A mother's emotional account of her 11-year-old son Harvey's desperate search for friendship and the heartbreaking reality of childhood isolation affecting many families across the UK.
Special needs funding reform delayed amid pressure
Ministers delay controversial SEND funding reforms following widespread backlash from families and councils, leaving thousands of children with special educational needs in limbo.
Daughter's rare condition breaks hearts daily
Exclusive: The heartbreaking story of a family coping with their daughter's rare Cri Du Chat syndrome, revealing the daily challenges and emotional toll of caring for a child with complex needs.
Eamonn Holmes' rage over special needs support
GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes launches emotional attack on special needs support system while battling chronic pain and mobility issues in candid television moment.
Sofa replacement scandal: Your consumer rights explained
When a furniture retailer replaced a defective £1,399 sofa with a model £200 cheaper, a consumer rights battle began. Discover your legal standing when companies substitute inferior products.
Exam Time Allowances for Neurodivergent Students Scrutinised
New research reveals concerning disparities in how schools grant additional exam time to students with ADHD and autism, raising questions about educational equity across the UK.
Ireland Pioneers Landmark 'Right to Repair' Consumer Legislation
Ireland pioneers sweeping new consumer rights legislation that could revolutionise product lifespan and challenge planned obsolescence across Europe.
Trump's 'special needs' education department plan criticised
Former President Donald Trump faces backlash after suggesting he'd rename the Department of Education to include 'special needs' terminology, drawing criticism from disability advocates and educators.
Parents pay £5,000 for special needs education support
Families across England are being forced to spend thousands on private assessments to secure essential support for children with special educational needs, exposing deep cracks in the education system.
UK Retail Sales Surge Despite Budget Tax Fears
New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.
Mass layoffs hit special education department
Exclusive: The Department for Education has announced sweeping cuts to special educational needs support, eliminating 1,100 positions and raising serious concerns about the future of SEND provision across England.
Disabled boy's special pram stolen in Sydney
A family in Kurnell is devastated after callous thieves stole a customised pram vital for their disabled son's mobility and comfort, sparking a community-wide search.
Autistic girl, 5, vanishes from Texas elementary school
A five-year-old autistic girl wandered unnoticed from her Texas elementary school, triggering a massive search operation and raising serious questions about school security protocols for vulnerable children.
Epileptic pupil beaten with trumpet in Miami school attack
Shocking footage reveals brutal classroom assault on vulnerable student with special needs at Miami-Dade County Public School, sparking outrage and investigation.
Teen drowns in River Taff after jump dare
A coroner's court hears the heartbreaking details of 15-year-old Dylan Rhys's death after he jumped into the River Taff following encouragement from friends, raising serious questions about support for children with additional needs.
Mother admits killing autistic son in court case
A mother has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of her 11-year-old autistic son in a tragic case that has shocked the nation and raised questions about support for families with special needs children.
Kellie Bright reveals son's autism diagnosis
EastEnders actress Kellie Bright opens up about her son's autism diagnosis and calls for urgent improvements to the UK's special educational needs system in powerful BBC Panorama interview.
Kellie Bright reveals son's autism diagnosis in BBC documentary
EastEnders actress Kellie Bright opens up about her son's autism journey and the challenges facing SEND families in powerful BBC Panorama documentary.
Sober parenting: Supporting autistic son through recovery
A mother's heartfelt account of navigating parenthood while maintaining sobriety and supporting her 11-year-old autistic son through life's challenges.
Dear Tech: Stop Solving Non-Existent Problems
A frustrated plea to the tech industry to focus on genuine user needs rather than creating unnecessary 'solutions' that complicate our digital lives.
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