200 million to be spent on Send training for teachers

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"The government is set to invest 200 million in comprehensive training for all teachers supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (Send). This substantial funding, allocated over the course of the current parliament, will develop new courses for teachers. These programmes aim to equip educators to adapt their teaching methods for diverse requirements, including speech and language needs or visual impairments. The Department for Education (DfE) has also announced a new expectation for all staff across schools, colleges, and nurseries to receive Send training."

The Independent covers reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech, investigating items such as the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC and producing the documentary 'The A Word' about American women fighting for reproductive rights. The Independent parses facts from messaging, keeps reporters on the ground and solicits donations to fund journalists who can speak to both sides. The Independent remains available without paywalls and relies on support from those who can afford it. The government will invest 200 million in comprehensive SEND training to develop new courses, equip educators for speech, language and visual-impairment needs, and expects all school, college and nursery staff to receive SEND training.

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