£20bn Send funding timebomb threatens UK schools
UK government faces £20bn special educational needs funding crisis as responsibility shifts from councils to Department for Education, risking 4.9% real-terms cuts to mainstream schools.
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30 Best Gifts for Kids Under 5: Parent-Tested Ideas
Discover 30 fantastic gift ideas for children under five, carefully selected by parents and family members. From educational toys to creative playsets, find the perfect present for your little one.
Budget warning: 1.7% school funding cut over SEND costs
Union leaders warn of catastrophic 1.7% real-term funding drop for mainstream schools as government absorbs SEND costs. The OBR reveals a £6.3bn fiscal risk.
Fury as boy, 13, excluded from Christmas lights event
Stevenage Borough Council apologises after a 13-year-old boy with special needs was pushed to the back of the stage and excluded from turning on the town's Christmas lights, despite being promised the role.
Educationist Peter Griffiths dies aged 86
Tributes paid to Peter Griffiths, the teacher turned award-winning TV producer who shaped educational programming. Discover his remarkable legacy in teaching and television.
SEND Crisis: System Nears Collapse as Demand Soars
England's special educational needs services face total collapse. Experts demand transparency, proper funding, and firm safeguards for vulnerable children and families.
Christmas market stall rents hit festive traders hard
As UK Christmas markets open across the country, small businesses face eye-watering stall rental costs while visitors complain about high prices. Discover the true cost of festive trading.
Queensland's $48k BBQs and $60k Taps Shock Ratepayers
Shocking investigation reveals Queensland councils spending thousands on basic infrastructure like $48,000 barbecues and $60,000 taps due to excessive regulations.
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.
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.
Best Gifts for Six-Year-Olds in 2025
Discover the ultimate guide to gifts for six-year-olds, featuring toys, games and crafts tested by children. Find perfect presents that encourage learning and imaginative play.
Scottish Government costs surge £53m in one year
Scottish Government operating costs balloon to £856m despite remote working. IT spending rises £25m while accommodation savings remain minimal. Taxpayers face growing bill.
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.
All-Boys Catholic School To Admit Girls After 60 Years
Jesuit High School in Sacramento will welcome female students in 2027 despite alumni protests and million-dollar donation offers to maintain tradition. Read the full story.
Arts education gets major boost in English schools
Major educational reform in England will elevate creative subjects with new accountability measures, marking a significant victory for arts education advocates.
Prince William awards MBE to Holocaust education chief
Karen Pollock receives MBE honour from Prince William at Clarence House for her decades of dedication to Holocaust education across Britain
23,000 empty classrooms in England as birth rates plummet
A dramatic decline in birth rates has left England with thousands of empty school classrooms, forcing local councils to make difficult decisions about educational provision and taxpayer funding.
Best Educational Toys & Gifts for 2-Year-Olds
Discover the best educational toys and developmental gifts for two-year-olds. Our expert guide helps you choose presents that support learning, creativity and motor skills development.
EV Charging Costs Skyrocket 75% - Are You Paying Too Much?
New data reveals electric vehicle owners are facing massive price hikes at public charging points, with costs increasing by up to 75% in some areas. Discover which networks are charging the most and how to save on your EV charging bills.
4 Times Parents Needn't Pay for Child's Car
Discover the surprising situations where parents have no legal obligation to pay for their child's car, insurance, or running costs. Essential reading for UK families navigating motoring expenses.
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.
50+ Ways to Slash Your Bills & Save £500+
Discover expert money-saving hacks that could save British households over £500 annually on energy, food, and household bills with simple lifestyle changes.
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.
Professor Jane Plastow: African Theatre Pioneer Dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Professor Jane Plastow, whose pioneering work in African theatre transformed cultural understanding and educational practices across continents.
Creative Toys Boost Child Development More Than Screens
New research shows traditional creative toys significantly enhance children's cognitive development, emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills compared to digital devices.
Essential Toys & Gifts for Newborns and Babies 2025
Discover the top-rated toys and thoughtful gifts that support developmental milestones for babies from birth to 12 months. Expert recommendations for UK parents.
This Morning viewers stunned by £700 monthly car insurance
This Morning viewers were left in complete disbelief when a guest revealed her staggering £700-per-month car insurance premium, sparking outrage and debate about the UK's insurance crisis.
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