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Condition of Funding rule changes will “remove learning opportunities” for students with SEND

Concerns raised that changes to English and maths requirements will have a negative impact.

Unlocking potential: a manifesto for specialist FE

Natspec launches its manifesto for the 2024 UK general election.

Reflections on Bett

Fil McIntyre reflects on this year’s Bett educational technology exhibition

TechAbility Conference 2023 – balancing futuristic and fundamental

Fil McIntyre reflects on the TechAbility conference and the breadth of discussion happening amongst delegates.

Coaching: getting to know what you don’t know

Coaching provides individual members of staff with a non-directive form of development that can improve their performance at work – learn more about it from a personal perspective.

How can we ensure 16-25 SEND provision is at the heart of local area inclusion planning?

Ruth Perry looks at the questions change programme areas should be asking themselves to develop a sound understanding of their current offer – and what more can be done to make sure that 16–25 provision for young people with SEND is included in their work.

Blocks in the road to an inclusive FE system in Wales

Kirsten Jones considers current obstacles preventing equal access to further education.

Quality Times Issue Nine

The latest issue of Natspec’s quality focussed publication is now available for members – and Issue Eight is available to all.

SEND in FE: swimming together out of the treacle?

Clare Howard looks at how a shared vision for SEND in FE could help us out of the current quagmire.

Welcoming David Johnston MP, the new Children’s Minister

Natspec welcomes the fifth minister in less than two years.

TechAbility AT Champions: Building a community of practice

How a collaborative approach has benefited staff and organisations in their approach to Assistive Technology.

The Natspec Conference 2023 – what did we learn?

Natspec CEO Clare Howard reflects on two days in Stratford-upon-Avon and what we can take away from the collective experience.