Sky News reports that the UK government is preparing to introduce significant reforms to the special educational needs (SEND) system following a troubling investigation into a potential £6 billion funding gap. This comes in the context of a prime minister facing political challenges, struggling to maintain authority amidst a divided Commons.

With one in five children identified as having special educational needs, many rely on their school’s support, highlighting how critical effective funding and reform are to ensure these children's educational needs are met. The existing system, established over a decade ago, is seen as increasingly inadequate, leading to calls for bold changes that address the complexity of special educational needs across the country.

The impending reforms raise concerns about both the scale of the proposed changes and the likely pushback from various stakeholders in the education sector. Given the complexity of the issues at hand, it remains uncertain how the government will navigate the political landscape to secure necessary improvements, making this an urgent matter for many families affected by the current shortcomings of the SEND system.