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The DCP is a coalition of organisations campaigning to improve support for disabled children, young people & families. https://disabledchildrenspartnership.org.uk/
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Not only this but what about those for whom work isn’t an option? This has to be some form of discrimination, surely?

1/3 We know people with a learning disability are worried about what changes to disability benefits could mean for them.   Ismail Kaji, Parliamentary & Government Officer at Mencap, spoke to Andy Bell on 5 News.

“Disabled young people tell us how few opportunities there are for inclusive work or training so we are extremely concerned about the removal of under 22's access to top-ups to universal credit unless they are in work or training.” @cyclingtheseaso.bsky.social www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...

Too many children with special educational needs are living in poverty. It's a waste of public funds via @bigissue.com www.bigissue.com/opinion/chil...

1/2 Bryony from the Voices Council shares why PIP is important 📣 The UK Government wants to make changes to the benefit system, but those changes haven't happened yet. We’re speaking to them to make sure that people with a learning disability are listened to.

Be sure to tune in this morning! 👇📻🎧

Really excited to be represented at the Disability Journalism Forum - and with our media lead @samcarlisle.bsky.social on the next panel. We're also sharing an SEND media toolkit for journalists disabledchildrenspartnership.org.uk/journalism-t... #DJF2025

DCP Chair, @annabirdfr.bsky.social is quoted in this article alongside other voices in the sector following reports that the Government is considering legal changes to the criteria for EHCPs. inews.co.uk/news/politic...

How does braille help this secondary school student thrive? In part 2 of our interview, Allan talks with Cara about the tech she uses, support she receives from @ugschool.bsky.social and her hopes for more braille resources for everyday life. #Braille200 audioboom.com/posts/866655...

'It's a minefield': the struggle to support special needs children online via @lbc.co.uk www.lbc.co.uk/safety/minef...

"Provision of this type if done right can make a real difference, children can still be part of their local communities but get the specialist support they need." @cyclingtheseaso.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Cliched explanations for the attendance crisis – such as shifting attitudes and the prevalence of working from home – ignore the real issues facing children across the country, says Ellie Costello from @teamsquarepeg.bsky.social

"Parents I have spoken to across the country are in shock. They are also terrified. No detail has emerged from the Government so they are imagining the worst." A great article from our friend, @samcarlisle.bsky.social in response to the planned changes to the SEND system metro.co.uk/2025/03/04/g...

Sharing our support for Disabled Children's Partnership message - legislation about disabled children should have their voices at the heart.

NEW POST: How to create a successful Additionally-Resourced School: Linda Jordan of the @ndtihello.bsky.social offers a 13-step strategy and a 7-point “purpose” checklist. www.specialneedsjungle.com/a...

Just listening to LBC on planned SEND reform. Thank God for Hayley @letuslearntoo.bsky.social - absolutely spot on.

Response to the planned changes to SEND education in England from the Disabled Children’s Partnership

Do you live in England WITHOUT an EHC plan in place for your child? @contactfamilies.bsky.social and I.P.S.E.A. want to find out more about your experiences of getting support for your child or young person’s learning. Complete the survey here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/SENSupportEngland 🔗💚

Are you blind or partially sighted? We want to hear about your travel experiences! You have until Friday to take our survey and help RNIB influence UK Government and transport providers to make travel safer and accessible:

The government must take action to address this impending financial crisis for local councils - but it must NOT do so in a way that makes it even harder for parents to get their children the support they need in school, at home and in their communities. schoolsweek.co.uk/half-of-coun...

"It is not only an emotional and social burden but also a financial burden put on our family. We are a working class family. Me and my husband work full time. I'm stuck in the house with my son, unable to work, and I don't get paid when I don't go to work.” www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/people/...

If you missed DCP Campaign Manager, @cyclingtheseaso.bsky.social last night on LBC talking about the SEND crisis, and the impact it is having on families, you can catch up below from 1:04:15. (Sign up needed) www.globalplayer.com/catchup/lbc/...

We're expecting our campaign manager, Stephen Kingdom, to be on LBC at 11 tonight to talk about this story www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/derby-n...

'I have to shower at the gym' - disabled people wait for simple home changes via BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

"The @edupolicyinst.bsky.social is calling for teacher training on SEND and child development to be made obligatory in initial teacher training, early career development, and ongoing professional development." 👏👏👏 news.sky.com/story/all-te...

So many important consultations/inquiries/calls for evidence at the moment. In the past 8 days we've responded to the Law Commission; the Education Committee in Parliament; and the Treasury for the Spending Review. And here's another important new one - www.gov.uk/government/c...

We’re excited to announce the launch of our brand-new ‘SEND in education’ advice section on our website. Find guidance on: ✔ SEND support in primary/secondary schools ✔ Nursery & early years support ✔ Post-16 pathways for young people Explore guides: www.kids.org.uk/send-in-educ...

Mainstream inclusion can’t be at the expense of special schools via @tesmagazine.bsky.social www.tes.com/magazine/ana...

Children's Disability organisations - BluesSky starter pack ⬇️

Yet again... www.itv.com/news/central...

www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

"The government, LAs and the NHS know that the right early support is crucial, because they keep saying so. How can you delay better understanding of a child’s needs and frame it as being in their best interests?" 👏👏 @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social

From diagnosis to education, employment, health care and beyond, autistic people face #AConstantFight against broken support systems. Invite your MP to attend @autisticsociety.bsky.social's event in Parliament so they can see we need urgent change. act.autism.org.uk/page/160719/...

Following the release of the Public Accounts Committee's report on the SEND system, our CEO Katie Ghose joined BBC Woman's Hour, representing the @dcpcampaign.bsky.social, to discuss and share vital insights. The message is clear: the time for action is NOW.

Today the Public Accounts Committee has published a new report on support for young people with special educational needs and disabilities, with MPs calling for reform to the system. You can read our response to the report below: www.thesun.co.uk/news/3280578...

***DEADLINE EXTENSION*** You may have had an email from us yesterday about the looming deadline (20 Jan) for the Law Commission consultation on disabled children's social care. However, we've just heard that this is being extended until 31 Jan: so a bit more time to respond!

SNJ's Rachel Filmer spoke to Nick Ferrari of LBC today about the crisis in SEND and why, because of a lack of investment in school SEND resources and training, parents have been forced to seek statutory provision—and why cutting disabled children's rights is short-sighted... youtu.be/AN26w_jBLPM

Today in parliament, MPs will discuss the government’s new Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.

Join us on Thu 30 Jan for an update on disabled children and young people current policy and advocacy activities from @ncb.org.uk Council for Disabled Children, @dcpcampaign.bsky.social, and #SENDinthespecialists coalition Free to attend - register at: www.bacdis.org.uk/events/tnc-3...

The UK government is seeking evidence from parents and carers, early years settings, schools, local authorities, voluntary sector organisations, professionals etc in it's bid to improve the SEND system. Submit your evidence here: https://s.mtrbio.com/kayktawefj

We're thrilled to welcome @disrightsuk.bsky.social as the newest member of the DCP!

Who is still buzzing from Chris and Dianne’s #StrictlyComeDancing win? Chris and Tasha reached the final of Strictly Come Dancing, not just because of their determination and talent, but because their needs were met. As Chris says, with opportunity and support, disabled people can achieve so much.

"A school system that can accommodate every child is in all our best interests." Nearly 6 months have passed since the general election, and we still don't know what reforms to the SEND system will look like. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Spending on SEND in England: something has to change says Institute for Fiscal Studies. The IFS says Reform to SEND funding and provision is needed- we’ll be looking closely at this report today. ifs.org.uk/publications...

Important coverage from our friends at @spcialndsjungle.bsky.social 👇

We're so proud of our young people with SEND for sharing their personal experiences of the SEND system with MPs. Their powerful voices are encouraging vital conversations and driving real momentum for change. When the world blocks us, we speak up 📣

The launch of our SEND Toolkit for MPs has been covered in the Daily Express! 🔖📰 Thank you, Tobias for sharing your experience of the SEND system alongside the 4 other young people that joined us last month! 👏 @contactfamilies.bsky.social www.express.co.uk/news/uk/1984...

You can hear me for @dcpcampaign.bsky.social on Woman’s Hour this morning, discussing today’s announcement that they are allocating £740m from the schools capital budget for SEND facilities- from 7 mins in www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Morning all Important morning today as we join with other charities under the @dcpcampaign.bsky.social umbrella to discuss the Law Commission’s consultation on Disabled Children’s Social Care. The consultation is open until 20 January 2025. Everyone is encouraged to share your views.