Education secretary promises to listen to parents ahead of Send reforms
Bridget Phillipson’s comments came as the government unveiled £200 million in Send training for teachers.

Jasmine Cameron-Chileshe is a political reporter for ITV News based in Westminster. Prior to joining ITV National News in 2023, she worked as a political correspondent at the Financial Times newspaper. Jasmine covers a range of political stories and issues for ITV News bulletins, ITV X and digital platforms.
Bridget Phillipson’s comments came as the government unveiled £200 million in Send training for teachers.
Political Reporter Jasmine Cameron-Chileshe heard from families and Send pupils on the frustations of fightng a system and being left in limbo.
ITV News has found that many parents of Send pupils are increasingly opting to deregister their child due to poor provisions within the state sector.