Local authorities have called for the scaling back of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) despite a backlash as the Government looks to reform the regime.
Angela Rayner has rebutted concerns from Labour MPs that areas are being left behind in the race ...
The Local Government Association (LGA) has demanded a greater voice for councils in reforming the...
The number of children on Education, Health and Care Plans has increased by 11% in a year, offici...
Ahead of the LGA Conference, Joanna Killian says the sector should take confidence in how far it ...
Ministers made a ‘major misstep’ in failing to assess the impact of the National Insurance Contri...
Surprisingly, local government wasn’t at the end of the queue for the chancellor’s cash – or at t...
The impact of any failure to fully address SEND deficits will dwarf the benefits of the positive ...
Councils will have to wait until the autumn for details of reforms to services for children with ...
A minister was pressed on financial challenges posed by children’s services when she appeared bef...
With deficits increasing and liabilities for SEND accruing interest on the existing debt, this is...
Blackburn with Darwen is a distinctive, welcoming and vibrant borough with a strong identity and a genuine buzz about the place. Apply for this job
Are you an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking to expand your skill Apply for this job
Help protect residents and shape better standards across our borough.As a Fire Safety Surveyor, you'll use your technical expertise to help make homes Apply for this job
Blackburn with Darwen is a distinctive, welcoming and vibrant borough with a strong identity and a genuine buzz about the place. Apply for this job
Are you an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking to expand your skill Apply for this job
Help protect residents and shape better standards across our borough.As a Fire Safety Surveyor, you'll use your technical expertise to help make homes Apply for this job