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A young boy pours water from a plastic jug into a sensory table with colorful toys, watched closely by an older blonde woman. Nearby, a young girl in a pink shirt observes. The background buzzes with vibrant decorations and other children engaged in playful workshops.

Law Commission calls for new definition of a “disabled child”

Wednesday 24 September 2025

The Law Commission is calling for a new definition of "disability" for disabled children. This is one of 40 recommendations for reforming...
A mum hugs her son on a sofa in front of a window.
Do you have an experience to share about Continuing Care?

Tuesday 23 September 2025
Yellow Wales school bus
Luke and Ryan have school places, but can’t get there

Tuesday 23 September 2025
Mum with child who is trying out a sensory toy at a Kidz to Adultz event.
Practical help, expert advice and festive fun all under one roof at the Liverpool Kidz to Adultz exhibition this December! 

Monday 22 September 2025
Live in Conwy or Gwynedd? Book your free appointment and let us help you claim the benefits you deserve with confidence 

Friday 19 September 2025
Classroom doors open to empty school hallway
Solving the SEND crisis: Contact’s analysis

Thursday 18 September 2025
Two children in woodland school - one is looking through binoculars at the other.
Turning imagination into action

Thursday 18 September 2025
Live in Scotland? We’ve got lots of events happening this autumn

Wednesday 17 September 2025
A young woman and a girl with Down syndrome are sitting at a table together. The girl is holding wooden toy blocks, and they are making eye contact. The woman appears to be speaking about school strikes while the girl listens intently in the cozy, indoor setting.
MPs speak up for the rights of children and young people with SEND

Tuesday 16 September 2025
Children painting pottery supervised by parent
Law Commission recommends radical reform of disabled children’s social care law

Tuesday 16 September 2025
Fight for Ordinary Disabled Children's Partnership's new campaign logo
Parents take to parliament to call for SEND action

Monday 15 September 2025
Contact's By Your Side hospitals team
We’re looking for volunteers for our stand at Great Ormond Street Hospital

Thursday 11 September 2025
Doctor and child with stethescope
Making hospitals better for children and young people with sensory processing differences 

Wednesday 10 September 2025
Piggy bank with 'Child Trust Fund' written on the side
Media training for parents on Child Trust Funds

Tuesday 9 September 2025
Disabled teenager sat at a desk being helped by their teacher.
Increased eligibility for entitlement to Child Benefit for 16-19 year olds

Monday 8 September 2025
A mum hugs her son on a sofa in front of a window.
As social care reform nears crucial turning point do you have an experience to share?

Friday 5 September 2025
Parent sitting in school staircase talking to fed up child
Education secretary announces new behaviour and attendance hubs in England as the school year starts

Thursday 4 September 2025
A mother holds a baby whose back is covered in chicken pox
Free chickenpox vaccination to be made available

Thursday 4 September 2025
Two girls hugging in front of school bus
A parent carer responds to Richard Tice’s comments on school transport

Wednesday 3 September 2025