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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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How would national eligibility criteria for disabled children’s social care help families?

Tuesday 14 October 2025

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Monday 13 October 2025

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Friday 10 October 2025

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The Hope Project: Support for families with Sickle Cell Disease in Scotland

Wednesday 8 October 2025

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Tuesday 7 October 2025

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“Direct payments must cover full cost of care” say legal experts

Tuesday 7 October 2025

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Friday 3 October 2025

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Celebrating Black History Month this October

Thursday 2 October 2025

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Contact CEO highlights SEND reform need on Sky Breakfast

Wednesday 1 October 2025

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Chancellor announces “youth guarantee” of paid work

Tuesday 30 September 2025

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Your Voice: “Families are being forced into battles they should never face”

Monday 29 September 2025

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

Wednesday 24 September 2025

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Do you have an experience to share about Continuing Care?

Tuesday 23 September 2025

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Tuesday 23 September 2025

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Practical help, expert advice and festive fun all under one roof at the Liverpool Kidz to Adultz exhibition this December!

Monday 22 September 2025

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Friday 19 September 2025

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Solving the SEND crisis: Contact’s analysis

Thursday 18 September 2025

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Turning imagination into action