Further updated guidance for special schools from the DfE: gov.uk/government/pub…

A government consultation has now launched on how this year’s GCSEs, AS and A levels should be awarded. Find out more and take part imprivateclient.passle.net/post/102gov4/c… #education #exams2021 #Ofqual

New decision asking "when is enough enough?" in relation to specificity in EHCPs - assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/600193e8…

The UK government have launched an review of how the Human Rights Act (HRA) is operating, 20 years after the HRA was brought into force. Yogi Amin, head of our human rights department explains what this means and what we expect imprivateclient.passle.net/post/102gp5z/t… #HumanRights

An employer recently stated he wouldn’t offer a job to anyone who hasn’t been vaccinated. Is this legal? And what does it mean for #Schools and #Colleges? Find out more in our latest #Education newsletter: bit.ly/2TCYua3

Please see the invite to our bitesize training sessions, the first of which is on EHCPs - hope you enjoy events.irwinmitchell.com/bitesizewebina…

One of our public law experts Faith is Lawyer In The News in Law Society Gazette. Find out how Faith helped Birthrights after the charity became concerned pregnant women were having to attend scans alone and couldn’t record or take photos. bit.ly/3b5nxKC

Very pleased to be helping in this matter with Portsmouth Home Education Group - Mother launches High Court challenge over claims council is trying to force children to go to school | EXPRESS INFORMER - go.shr.lc/2LWuVze

2021 Summer Exams: Ten key things that you need to know imprivateclient.passle.net/post/102grsw/2… #educationlaw #publiclaw #covid19 #examresults

This afternoon join our last webinar this #CerebralPalsyAwarenessMonth! If you're looking for legal guidance or help navigating the education system join this fabulous free webinar led by Irwin Mitchell eventbrite.co.uk/x/legal-talk-w…

The APPG for SEND has issued its first report (naht.org.uk/_resources/ass…) which details how the pandemic has affected young people with SEND. Essential reading. Our response to the report from James Betts & Alice Utley here: bit.ly/3wcujbb

Help! I need somebody... to prepare me for the summer 2021 exams appeals process! (via Passle) by Yogi Amin imprivateclient.passle.net/post/102h3xb/h… #publiclaw #schoolsupdate #collegesupdate #examresults #educationlaw

Erin Smart - Education Solicitor has reviewed the recent Education Committee report on home education and given us an overview of recommendations alongside common responses from parents that home school their children impersonalinjury.passle.net/post/102h4h3/s…

After nearly a year off with my youngest, now ready to really get stuck in working to support children in education. Great to be back doing what I love.

A reminder for parents of children with EHCPs due to transfer in September from an early years setting to primary, primary to middle or primary/middle to secondary that the Council must issue the final amended EHCP naming the new setting by next Wednesday (15 February) #SEND

Following the deadline this week, many parents are likely considering options this weekend. We can help discuss your options so please do get in touch

Phase transfer deadlines for EHC Plans: What parents and young people need to know and what to do in the face of the 50+ week tribunal timetable by Bethany Parr - Bethany Parr impersonalinjury.passle.net/post/102i7zb/p… #publiclawandhumanrights #educationlaw #send #specialeducationalneeds #ehcp

National #School offer day marks the date parents find out which secondary school their children will attend in September. Our expert, Erin Smart - Education Solicitor, sets out the process and what you can do if your child isn’t given the place they want: bit.ly/3ZvNniw

The latest #SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan has been published, aiming to improve outcomes and experiences for all children and young people. Our #Education expert, Erin Smart, discusses parents’ concerns and how these are to be addressed: bit.ly/3SR9wWp

Looking forward to discussing this important issue with parent carers and other stakeholders at our seminar with DoughtyStPublic on Monday. My colleague Angela Jackman explains why we welcome the recent call for evidence #schools #restraint