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Martin Ford 12 November 2026

Fears of SEND reform pace slackening

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Schools minister Georgia Gould © Camden Labour

Fears have been raised over the pace of reform of services for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Experts working with councils on SEND have questioned councils' motivation to continue focusing on the issue as reform plans have been approved for most areas.

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