Council pays £28k over 2-year education support failure
A London council has paid a family £28,000 after leaving an autistic teenager without educational support for over two years. The Ombudsman ruled it caused 'significant distress'.
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Starmer urged not to diminish Send children's legal rights
A new national campaign backed by actor Sally Phillips and cross-party MPs warns the PM against weakening legal protections for children with special educational needs in England's overhaul.
Shyla Honigschmid-Deveaux Sues for Discrimination
Former Debevoise & Plimpton lawyer Shyla Honigschmid-Deveaux files an employment tribunal claim, alleging discrimination and unfair dismissal. Read her full story.
Doctor Ghassan Abu-Sitta cleared by medical watchdog
The University of Glasgow's rector, Dr Ghassan Abu-Sitta, has been cleared of misconduct by a medical tribunal over alleged antisemitism and support for Hamas. Read the full details of the case.
Podcast: Bridget Phillipson's Domestic Challenges
Sky News' Politics podcast analyses Bridget Phillipson's struggles with SEND reforms and single-sex spaces. Will government face rebellions over contentious spring legislation? Listen now.
Westminster Council accused of rushing 12 decisions over Christmas
Westminster City Council faces criticism for publishing 12 major decisions, including property purchases and SEND transport, just before the Christmas break. Opposition leader Paul Swaddle alleges a lack of scrutiny.
Ex-Apprentice Star Accused of Antisemitic Posts
Former Apprentice contestant Dr Asif Munaf faces a medical tribunal over 'seriously offensive' social media posts. The BBC dropped him after diversity training failed. Read the full story.
GMB Union in fresh turmoil over senior female leaders' claims
The GMB union faces new internal strife as senior female leaders allege bullying and unfair dismissal, casting a shadow over its general secretary election and ongoing cultural reforms. Read the full investigation.
Sacked train worker served sausage rolls from bin
A London North Eastern Railway (LNER) host was dismissed for gross misconduct after retrieving and serving sausage rolls from a kitchen bin to first-class passengers. Read the full tribunal details.
Train crew served sausage rolls from bin to first class
A London North Eastern Railway employee was dismissed for gross misconduct after retrieving and reheating sausage rolls from a bin for passengers. An employment tribunal has upheld the decision.
Solicitor struck off for falsifying timesheets
A solicitor has been removed from the Roll after claiming she worked 28 hours a day to qualify for a £70,000 bonus. Discover the full details of the tribunal's ruling.
Man loses 54th employment tribunal claim in a row
A youth worker has had his 54th consecutive employment tribunal claim dismissed, with judges accusing him of using the system to 'get rich fast' and cause deliberate disruption.
Starmer's 2026: Five Key Tests for His Premiership
As Keir Starmer enters a critical year, we analyse the five major challenges that could define his time in Downing Street, from Send reforms to managing Trump. Read the full analysis.
Doctor suspended for faking appointments for school run
A Nottingham GP has been suspended for five months after falsifying patient appointments to leave work early for the school run. Read the full tribunal details.
Paramedic struck off for festive lie about sister's illness
A paramedic has been removed from the register after faking a family emergency to get Christmas leave, exposed by social media posts. Discover the full story of her sustained dishonesty.
KFC boss pays £66,8k after 'slave' race discrimination
A South London KFC franchisee must pay £66,800 in compensation after a tribunal found an Indian worker was racially harassed and called a 'slave'. The firm must now implement anti-discrimination training.
KFC boss pays £70k in race discrimination tribunal
A KFC franchisee must pay nearly £70,000 after a tribunal found a manager called an Indian employee a 'slave' and forced him to work excessive hours. Read the full ruling.
Paramedic sacked over fake sister illness claim
A London Ambulance Service paramedic was dismissed after claiming her sister was critically ill, a lie exposed by Christmas decoration photos on Facebook. Discover the full misconduct case details.
Charlotte Dujardin cleared for return after horse whipping ban
Olympic champion Charlotte Dujardin is set to return to competition after serving a ban for horse whipping. The FEI Tribunal has cleared her for the Dressage World Cup. Read the full story.
Hackney approves anti-racism strategy for schools
Hackney Council has approved a new 'child-centred and anti-racist' education strategy to tackle disproportionate exclusions of Black and SEND pupils. Learn what the plan entails.
ADHD 'Disorganised' Comment Ruled Disability Discrimination
A PR executive with ADHD wins a landmark tribunal after her manager's 'disorganised' comments. The case sets a precedent for disability discrimination in UK workplaces. Read the full story.
Richard Tice's apology for Send comments sparks confusion
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice attempted to apologise for remarks about special educational needs, but descended into incoherence. The press conference highlighted party contradictions.
Get a Christmas Card from the Royal Family
Discover the simple steps to receive a festive card from the Prince and Princess of Wales this Christmas. Learn the correct address, posting deadlines, and essential tips to ensure your reply.
Parcel2Go: The Secret to a Stress-Free Christmas for Mums
Discover how Parcel2Go is helping UK mothers get organised for the festive season with stress-free parcel sending and a 10% discount on international shipping. Make Christmas lighter and more manageable.
Unlimited unfair dismissal payouts considered by Labour
Labour ministers propose scrapping the £118k cap on unfair dismissal awards to appease unions after dropping 'day one' rights. Business groups warn of a surge in costly tribunal claims.
Christmas Parcel Guide: Last Posting Dates & Best UK Delivery
Don't miss the festive post! Our complete guide reveals the last UK & international posting dates for Royal Mail & couriers, plus tips to save money and avoid delivery stress this Christmas.
Employment tribunal dismisses transgender toilet policy claim
An employment tribunal has dismissed an engineer's discrimination claims against Leonardo UK over its transgender toilet policy. The case follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling on the meaning of 'sex'.
SEND school closes as staff strike over education quality
Woodlands School in Edgware is closed due to strike action over staff wellbeing and education standards. The NEU warns of more strikes if no deal is reached.
Firefighter wins £40k payout over diary snooping case
A firefighter forced out of her job after a colleague read her private diary wins a £42,853 tribunal payout for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. Read the full story.
Underused Sutton centre transformed into SEND hub
The Sutton Life Centre has been relaunched as a vital hub for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, offering education, skills training and community space. Discover how this transformation is supporting local families.
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