News and stories
Read the latest news, stories and resources from across the Together Trust.
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Curriculum and Assessment review: Have the government heard us?
Background In September 2024, the Department for Education (DfE) launched an independent a review of England’s national curriculum and statutory…
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The power of specialist further education (FE): Bridge College collaborates with the Campaigning team
By Styliana Pasiardi, Policy and Campaigns Manager This week, we visited Bridge College as part of #ThePowerofSpecialistFE campaign. …
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DfE response to Education Committee’s children’s social care report
Background In December 2023, the Education Committee launched an inquiry into children’s social care in England. Together Trust provided written and oral evidence. In…
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Law Commission Review of Disabled Children’s Social Care Law: Echoing Together Trust’s calls for change
We explain the key recommendations from the Law Commission’s review of disabled children’s social care law.
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Breaking Down the Barriers to Education: New Guidance to Support Children Experiencing EBSA
Across the country, more children and young people are struggling to attend school because of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).…
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School Census 2025: What it tells us about SEND and attendance
The Children’s Commissioner’s recent School Census, covering over half a million children, gives one of the most comprehensive pictures yet…
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Our GM Rail Accessibility campaign is award-winning
We’re thrilled to share that the GM Rail Accessibility campaign proudly took home the Inspiring Campaign Award at the Spirit of…
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Solving the SEND Crisis: Has the Education Committee Heard Us?
The Education Committee has published its report on Solving the SEND crisis. For years, families, schools, charities, and professionals have warned that the…
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Breaking Down the ‘Get Britain Working’ White Paper
Earlier this month, the UK Government has published its Get Britain Working White Paper, outlining reforms to reduce economic inactivity and…
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Ofsted’s New Inspection Reforms: What they mean for specialist schools and learners with SEND
Last week, Ofsted published the outcomes of their consultation on inspection reform, with changes set to take place from late 2025. Ofsted…
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Our Participation Project: Listening, Learning and Taking Action
At Together Trust, the voices of the people we support should shape everything we do. That’s why we launched our…
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Greater Manchester’s 10-Year Strategy: What does it mean for our service users and the voluntary sector?
In July 2025, Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), led by Mayor Andy Burnham, launched a new 10-Year Strategy to create…
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