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Primary school children eating their school meal

Making sure parent voices are heard in the Schools White Paper consultation

Wednesday 29 April 2026

Since the Schools White paper for England was published, there's been growing concern from parents about the proposals and about whether their...
A smiling runner wearing sunglasses, a sunhat, and a medal poses after a race, surrounded by other participants. Union Jack flags are visible in the background, suggesting a UK event. The runner's bib reads "22416".
Contact marathon runners raise over £21,500!

Tuesday 28 April 2026
Woman wear a fight for ordinary t-shirt stands outside Parliament holding a banner above her head. The banner features the words 'Different not less''
Want to improve your campaigning skills?

Monday 27 April 2026
Baby in a pushchair
Is your child aged 0-5 in England? We want to know your support needs

Thursday 23 April 2026
Close up of people stacking hands in the middle a circle
Parent carer forums: A strong voice for families during SEND reform

Wednesday 22 April 2026
Hospital entrance and emergency department sign
Thousands of disabled children are spending longer in hospital than necessary

Tuesday 21 April 2026
A ramp with a sign saying 'Polling Station' next to a sign saying 'disabled access'
Disabled people’s rights to help with voting

Monday 20 April 2026
Two people smiling outdoors on grass, wearing navy "Contact" charity shirts. One shirt says "RACH" and the other "KATIE." There are trees and fallen logs in the background on a cloudy day.
Marathon runners go the extra mile to support Contact

Saturday 18 April 2026
A woman with brown hair is smiling while wearing a headset, seated at a desk. Representing our helpline, she dons a black and white patterned shirt. The softly blurred background suggests an office environment, enhancing the welcoming atmosphere.
It’s official: Contact’s helpline team offers top-rate service

Thursday 16 April 2026
Family walking in the park
Contact welcomes abolition of the two-child limit

Wednesday 15 April 2026
A woman with short hair smiles at the camera, wearing a sleeveless black top that reads "JEANETTE contact For families with disabled children." She stands indoors with light blue walls and a plant nearby.
Inspired by her daughter who has a rare condition, meet the mum running the London Marathon to give back to Contact

Wednesday 15 April 2026
Teenager about to take a football throw in
What does the SEND white paper mean for post-16 students in England? 

Tuesday 14 April 2026
Child and parent looking at lava lamp
Have your say about improving care and support for people living with rare conditions

Monday 13 April 2026
A group of people sit on logs around a smoky campfire in a muddy, wooded area. Food is cooking on the barbeque, and the setting looks wet and chilly. Some people wear hats and jackets.
Wales dads meet for Bushcraft wellbeing workshop

Friday 10 April 2026
A graphic with a hand holding a loudhailer and text urging support for families of disabled children in Scotland and Wales. It lists pledges for basic support, financial fairness, and family-centred decisions.
Tell your MSP and MS candidates: End the battle for families with disabled children

Thursday 9 April 2026
A smiling man with short fair hair and a trimmed beard wears a black vest with the word "contact" in yellow text on the front, standing against a plain white background.
Meet Justin, a teacher from Devon running the London Marathon for Contact

Wednesday 8 April 2026
A smiling baby with light hair sits on a pink potty. Dressed in a white long-sleeved onesie, the baby holds a piece of white fabric or diaper. The background features a wooden cabinet and colorful toys, evoking a sense of growth similar to embarking on professional development courses. The baby appears content and playful.
Early years in the SEND White Paper: What families need to know

Tuesday 7 April 2026
Family together smiling
What to do if your child’s DLA award should be reviewed

Monday 6 April 2026
White radiator with heating controls on the front
How to access extra help with heating oil costs

Friday 3 April 2026