- Social Care Crisis: Mencap’s ongoing #socialcarecrisis campaign has highlighted more shocking statistics when it comes to concerns over care package cuts for people and families caring for someone with learning difficulties:
72% of families are scared of more cuts to social care happening in the future
7 in 10 (69%) people with a learning disability had their social care cut or reduced
4 in 5 (79%) family carers have been forced to take on more unpaid care for their family member
Find out more about the campaign and how to support it HERE
- Transport: The Government have just announced a Multi-million-pound funding package for school transport in the hope that the new funding for local authorities will ease pressure on public transport as children return in September. However, there is no mention of students with SEND? CLICK HERE FOR LINK
- Back to school: There is so much in the news at the moment in regard to schools going back in September and with the summer holiday’s flying by for many – some families are struggling to get by day to day without help and respite that they are entitled to. If you are concerned that the right support and plans aren’t in place ready for your child’s return in September or in some cases that a school place isn’t yet confirmed, speak to our team today! CLICK HERE FOR LINK
- Exclusions: An interesting report recently published which looks into the increased issue of fixed term exclusions. A topic that is often not looked into or addressed enough – is exclusion really the long term answer? CLICK HERE FOR LINK
Our Education Law Team offer free initial advice, so please get in touch if you have any queries or concerns about your child's education.
