71: CIPFA Speaks: Reforming the SEND system for a stronger future

Despite a 58% increase in SEND funding, outcomes for children, young people, and families have failed to improve over the past decade. Meanwhile, councils still face immense financial strain. 💭Where is the system falling short, and what can the government do to drive real change? 🎙️In this month’s episode of , we dive into the urgent reforms needed to create a fairer, more financially sustainable SEND system. Join Dr. William Burns , CIPFA’s Social Care Policy Advisor, and Emma Willson , Director of Education Value for Money at the National Audit Office , as they break down the key principles for reform. They explore how we can rethink funding models, improve coordination across partners, and transform the role of independent providers. 🎧Tune in to hear expert insights on reforming SEND.

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71: CIPFA Speaks: Reforming the SEND system for a stronger future is an episode from CIPFA Speaks!.

This episode is 15:49 long.

This episode was published on Mar 3, 2025.

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