SEND Reforms Receive Cautious Welcome Amid Workload Concerns
Parents give mixed response to England's SEND reforms, with relief over avoiding disruption but concerns that some children may not benefit.
Category : Education
Northumberland SEND children forecast to exceed 6,000 by 2030
The number of children with Education, Health and Care Plans in Northumberland is projected to top 6,000 by 2030, putting further strain on the council's budget. Current numbers exceed 4,000, with rapid growth driven by autism, SEMH, and speech needs.
Missing British Influencer Found Safe in Morocco
British travel influencer Rachel Kerr, 31, missing after leaving a Moroccan nightclub, has been found safe in Agadir and reunited with her brother.
Toddler Found Unresponsive in Nursery Grit Bin
Mother finds two-year-old son cold and unresponsive in grit bin at Edinburgh nursery; council launches review.
Cyberscam Survivors Homeless As Aid Fails In Southeast Asia
Aid agencies warn of growing crisis as cyberscam survivors are left homeless in Cambodia and Myanmar without passports or money.
Labour's Send Overhaul: Costs and Challenges in England
Labour's Send overhaul in England faces funding and implementation challenges, with 1.7 million children affected and budgets fixed.
Romance Scams Cost Australians $37 Million in 18 Months
Romance scams cost Australians $37m in 18 months; UK PM Starmer expected to step down; Iran suspends talks after Trump threats.
Bishop of Lincoln Suspended Over Sexual Assault Allegation
Bishop of Lincoln Stephen Conway arrested on suspicion of sexual assault; suspended from ministry while police investigate allegation dating 2018-2025.
Ukrainian Court Jails Russian Soldier for Killing Prisoner of War in Landmark Case
Ukrainian court jails Russian soldier for killing POW; drone strikes on Russian refinery; saboteurs burn locomotives; Sweden-Ukraine weapons hub; Gunvor drops Lukoil bid.
Over 300 New School-Based Nurseries Announced by Government
Government announces over 300 new school-based nurseries, creating 6,000 childcare places from September as part of £45m funding.
Northumberland Schools Cash Reserves Drop by Half
Northumberland schools' cash reserves fell from £4.7m to £2.1m in 2025/26, a drop of over 50%, due to inflation, pay rises, and falling pupil numbers, putting pressure on finances.
Couple pays £1,500 for disco bus escape from Dubai to Heathrow
British couple pays £1,500 for disco bus ride from Dubai to Oman to escape Middle East conflict and catch flight to Heathrow.
6.5 Million Somalis Face Severe Hunger as Drought Crisis Deepens
Over 6.5 million Somalis face severe hunger due to drought, floods, conflict and aid cuts, with millions displaced and children suffering acute malnutrition.
33 Killed in Gaza as Israeli Airstrikes Escalate After Ceasefire
Israeli airstrikes kill 33 in Gaza, including 12 children, in major escalation after ceasefire. Hamas denies firing; Qatar warns of threat to truce.
£20bn Send Funding Timebomb Threatens UK Schools
OBR warns £20bn Send funding shift to DfE risks 4.9% real cut in per-pupil spending by 2028, as councils face bankruptcy.
Sudanese Doctor Recalls Harrowing Escape from Besieged Darfur City
A Sudanese doctor recounts his harrowing escape from el-Fasher as RSF fighters overran the city, leaving thousands dead and the city a ghost town.
Deputy Head Teacher Banned for Concealing Sex Offender Friendship
Deputy head Cecilia Rooms banned from teaching for concealing relationship with a convicted sex offender and allowing him access to her work laptop.
Schools Open as Normal Monday Despite England Match
The Department for Education has confirmed schools will open at normal time on Monday, July 6, after England's World Cup match against Mexico, rejecting calls for flexible start times.
Economists Question Fairness of Labor's Student Debt Cut Plan
Economists criticise Labor's 20% student debt cut as unfair, proposing a flat $5,500 reduction instead.
Syrian Clashes Highlight Detention Crisis for Islamic State Suspects
Clashes in northeast Syria spotlight detention crisis for IS fighters and families, with escapes and security concerns rising.
Iran Hospital Massacre Evidence Of Systematic Protestor Executions
Medics and morgue staff reveal Iran's systematic killing of protesters, with death toll estimates exceeding 30,000 and evidence of mass burials.
£4bn Overhaul for Special Educational Needs Support in Schools
UK government announces £4bn overhaul of special educational needs support in England, with tailored school provision and 60,000 new places.
Family of British Girl, 7, Swept Away in Morocco Blasts 'Inhumane' Authorities
Family of British girl, 7, swept away in Morocco criticises 'inhumane' local authorities as search continues.
Ex-Education Secretaries Urge Labour MPs to Back Send Overhaul
Five former education secretaries urge Labour MPs to back Send reforms, calling it a 'once in a generation chance' to fix the system.
Eid al-Fitr 2026 Date Announced: Global Celebrations Begin
Eid al-Fitr 2026 is predicted for 22 March, with global celebrations varying by moon sighting. UK communities prepare for prayers and festivities.
Foreign Office Updates Travel Advice for 14 Countries Amid Iran Tensions
FCDO updates travel advice for 14 countries including UAE and Turkey after US-Iran memorandum of understanding.
Ministers Face Rebellion Over Special Needs Funding Crisis
Ministers face rebellion over special needs overhaul as MPs, charities and parents fear abolition of EHCPs for 600,000 children.
A-Level Top Grades Reach Record High Outside Pandemic Years
A-level top grades in England reach record high outside pandemic years, with boys leading girls in A* for first time since 2018.
Teacher Wins £33,923 Payout After Sacking Over Pregnancy
Art teacher Rebecca Raven awarded £33,923 after unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination by Howell's School in Denbigh.
Putin Rejects Zelenskyy Meeting Offer, Reaffirms Ukraine War Aims
Putin rejects Zelenskyy's offer to meet, reaffirms war aims including seizing Donbas, as Ukraine strikes St Petersburg oil terminal.
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