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Labour delays SEND reforms for a second time to avoid MP rebellion

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The Government has again delayed long-awaited reforms to the system of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) until 2026, amid fears of a rebellion by Labour backbenchers.

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  • Reform of special educational needs system delayed until 2026 | BBC News
  • 'Massively disappointing': Special needs funding reform delayed despite financial peril for councils | Daily Mail
  • Government Send reforms in white paper to be delayed until new year | Independent
  • White paper on overhaul of Send provision in England put back to 2026 | The Guardian
  • Special needs overhaul delayed until next year | The Telegraph
  • Long-awaited SEND plans delayed despite families 'crying out for change' | Mirror

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