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Making sure parent voices are heard in the Schools White Paper consultation

Wednesday 29 April 2026

Since the Schools White paper for England was published, there's been growing concern from parents about the proposals and about whether their...

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Initiative puts families at its heart to transform support for neurodivergent children in primary school

Thursday 6 November 2025

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How will Universal Credit cuts impact disabled parent carers?

Wednesday 5 November 2025

Drum roll please… as we reveal our Contact Award 2025 finalists!

Wednesday 5 November 2025

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Our new advice to help cut through Child Trust Fund confusion

Tuesday 4 November 2025

Three men at the top of a mountain taking part in the Three Peaks Challenge for Contact

Courageous dads conquer the Three Peaks Challenge for Contact!

Monday 3 November 2025

School Transport campaign with thanks to Motability Foundation. Blue and green image with bus

NAO transport report agrees with Contact that loophole in the law for 16 – 19 disabled learners puts them at risk of cuts

Friday 31 October 2025

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Thousands of children with life-threatening conditions not getting vital NHS support

Thursday 30 October 2025

Stay tuned for our Contact Awards finalists…

Wednesday 29 October 2025

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Government’s plan for post-16 education and skills outlined in white paper

Tuesday 28 October 2025

Join our FREE online event for families with children who have a rare condition

Tuesday 28 October 2025

Breaking down barriers to healthcare – listen to Contact’s latest podcast episode

Friday 24 October 2025

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Scotland families: we’re here to guide your child’s journey into adulthood

Thursday 23 October 2025

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Publication of Schools White Paper delayed until early 2026

Wednesday 22 October 2025

16-19 transport – does it work for you?

Tuesday 21 October 2025

The Smithy Family Team who will be taking on the 3 Peaks Challenge for Contact

Smithy Family Team Take on the Three Peaks Challenge for Contact

Friday 17 October 2025

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All disabled young people must have access to savings

Thursday 16 October 2025

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A new name for Contact could be on the table – please pull up a chair…