In this special episode of SEN Talks, we’re joined by barrister Alice de Coverly to unpack the Education Select Committee’s “Solving the SEN Crisis” report, released on 18 September 2025.

We dive into what the recommendations mean for parents, schools, and local authorities — from early screening and compulsory teacher training, to accountability measures for councils and the role of Ofsted. We also explore the rise of AI in EHCP drafting, funding pressures, and whether reforms will finally address the inconsistency and adversarial nature of the current system.

With the government’s white paper expected later this autumn, this episode offers timely insight and cautious optimism about what might lie ahead for children and families navigating special educational needs.

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Join Adam and Salise as they break down the headlines and discuss what might be coming next in SEN law. If you've been reading the news lately and left a little confused about what is going to happen, you won't want to miss this episode

In this special bonus episode for the school summer break, Adam and Salise open up about the joys and challenges of managing the long summer break when parenting neurodivergent children.

Whether you're a parent, carer or educator, this episode is packed with insight and ideas to help make the holidays feel more manageable — and enjoyable!