Bridget Phillipson, Secretary of State for Education, has turned her attention to her brief, causing concern among parents of children with special needs. The latest announcement from the Department of Education has sparked outrage among these parents.
Initially, the delay in publishing the white paper on schools' special needs (SEND) provision until next year was met with concern. However, reports that children with 'lower level' needs may lose one-to-one teaching assistant support have further alarmed parents.
sinister murmurings about a total overhaul of the system have also alarmed parents already struggling to navigate this labyrinth
Author's summary: Phillipson's decision affects special needs children.