English councils propose means-testing for special educational needs school transport as costs rise

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English councils propose means-testing for special educational needs school transport due to rising costs. Demand for transport for children with special educational needs and disabilities (Send) is increasing unsustainably, with costs projected to reach £3.4 billion by 2030-31. This proposal comes as the government prepares to announce Send reforms, while campaigners warn it could exclude disabled children from education.


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