The government's SEND reforms are out. The Tes SEND and inclusion editor John Roberts assesses their prospects.

The SEND reforms are out - now the real tests begin

The government has finally announced its plans for special educational needs provision. Tes’ SEND and inclusion editor John Roberts assesses the challenges to come

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