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Disabled children missing from social care reform plan

Friday 29 May 2026

A major new government plan to reform children’s social care risks failing disabled children and their families yet again, Contact is warning....
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Parent carer forums in action: Playtime for all children in Bedfordshire

Tuesday 6 February 2024
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This February, find out why Parent Participation Matters!

Thursday 1 February 2024
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Parent carers among top winners in the Contact Weekly Lottery last year

Tuesday 30 January 2024
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Universal Credit for disabled students: your top 5 questions answered

Monday 29 January 2024
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Have you applied for a Disabled Facilities Grant for your disabled child?

Wednesday 24 January 2024
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Rewatch our winter illnesses Q&A with leading specialist

Tuesday 23 January 2024
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Share your views on SEND mediation standards

Monday 22 January 2024
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DCP launches Manifesto 2024

Friday 19 January 2024
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Warm Home Discount Scheme letters sent out

Wednesday 17 January 2024
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Join our London Marathon team – only two places left!

Tuesday 16 January 2024
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Confused about claiming Universal Credit for a young disabled person in education? Get advice at our Facebook Q&A on 18 January!

Monday 15 January 2024
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Parents in England: apply for primary school places before Sunday deadline

Friday 12 January 2024
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Minister to update Free School Meal guidance after debate win

Thursday 11 January 2024
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MPs to debate free school meal scheme as 100,000 eligible disabled children miss out

Wednesday 10 January 2024
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Join our policy and campaigns team

Monday 8 January 2024
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Urgent action needed ahead of parliamentary debate

Friday 5 January 2024
Winter virus Facebook Live Q&A session
Join us on 11 January and get expert advice about winter viruses in babies and young children

Tuesday 2 January 2024
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Happy new year!

Monday 1 January 2024