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Pupils with SEND to have support reviewed when they join secondary school Ministers will introduce reforms so that children with special educational needs (SEND) will have their support reviewed as they move from primary to secondary school.

Pupils with SEND to have support reviewed when they join secondary school

Disabled students still face barriers, research finds, just as ministers prepare to publish SEND white paper Disabled young people in the UK still face barriers that stop them taking part in school, college and university on an equal basis with non-disabled people, despite ongoing international calls for …

Disabled young people still face barriers that stop them taking part in school, college and university on an equal basis with non-disabled people, despite ongoing international calls for inclusive education, according to new government-funded research.
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##MattonTour in Berkshire so interesting doing #OliversCampaign

🎗️ Today is #TimeToTalkDay 2026

At ARC England, we believe that open conversations about mental health help create healthier, more inclusive workplaces and communities.

It doesn’t have to be complicated. Let’s use today as a reminder to keep mental health conversations open, supportive, & ongoing 💙

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Together 4 Change Group - ARC England ‘Together 4 Change’ is a place where supported people can come together to talk about things that matter.  Anyone who … Read More

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Together4Change - Charter4Change - ARC England Together4Change wants a Charter4Change! A Charter will help us with our rights. It will tell people what we want. It … Read More

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Triangle blow as Bitterne Park Stores set for March closure >> bitternepark.info/index.php?op...
#Southampton #bitternepark #localnews

Learning from Lives and Deaths – people with a learning disability and autistic people (LeDeR) | King's College London The latest annual LeDeR report in collaboration with our academic partners on behalf of NHS England.

Such fun report sad times

Travelling on Sunday

Waiting for train

Everyone deserves to travel with confidence, knowing they’ll get where they’re going safely and without unnecessary stress.

This new report from @rnib.bsky.social shows how our rail system often falls short for disabled people trying to make everyday journeys.

We are excited to announce a new partnership with Aviva and University of Southampton to create a vibrant neighbourhood right in the centre of Southampton at the former Toys 'R' Us site 🤝

Been working in Llanelli for Oliver McGowan back travelling tomorrow on #TFW & #GWR

Which UK season do you prefer?
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A graphic promoting the Government's consultation on local government reorganisation. Three images of Hampshire landmarks are shown at the bottom of the graphic. At the top, text says: "Close enough to be local, big enough to stay strong. Have your say on the Government's consultation on the future of councils in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight."

Tomorrow is the final day of the Government's consultation on the future of councils in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight 📋

If you've not yet had your say direct to the decision makers, please do take this opportunity 🗣️

You can read the detail and take part here: soton.cc/LGR 👈

Rayner, Streeting or Starmer? Who would you prefer as PM?

I am standing down as vice chair for the adult social care & APPG so still be a member

Join Sui-Ling and Best Practice Facilitator, Paul Payne, for a special episode of the Sui-Ling looking back at some of the highlights from 2025.

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#SuiLingShow #SuiLing #BestOf2025

"For such a tough subject to talk/learn about it was delivered perfectly. Death and loss is sensitive subject but it was delivered sensitively yet in depth."

Places are available to book on to this fantastic co-produced award-winning workshop: bit.ly/3N53PVY

So #LeDer being withdrawn

Word of the Day: MERRYNEUM (neologism) - the odd week between Christmas and the New Year.

Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 to everyone who follows me

The £100 contactless card payment limit will be removed from March

A large Christmas tree decorated with white lights and topped with a star stands in the foreground, with the illuminated clock tower of the Palace of Westminster (Big Ben) and surrounding ornate architecture lit up against a dark night sky in the background.

The House of Commons has risen for Christmas recess and is next due to sit on Monday 5 January 2026.

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Negotiating shared housing, care and disability: How housemates, staff and family members navigate ambivalent atmospheres of home-making Feeling a sense of home has long been an aspiration by and for people in shared supported housing yet is often overlooked in its provision. In these s…

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Trump get peace prize from FIFA
#Worldcup

“My deepest concern is for the future – what funding is there going to be? - ARC England Matt Lester talks to ARC England about his experience taking part in the ITV News film about being a person … Read More

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Here is our easy to read guide to the #budget to help you understand the main changes.
How do you feel about the decisions the government has made?