Vix Lowthion says every single child in our schools is being affected by "these appalling cuts to SEND education support for our most vulnerable and isolated young people". She joined others calling for more government funding.
The HoverCare card, as well as acting as identification for discounted HoverCare for on-going travel, can also show that the holder has reduced mobility, autism, dementia, reduced vision or impaired hearing. OnTheWight has details of how to apply for yours.
The Islander who organised the roundtable discussion says she felt it will lead the Island towards a more progressive, proactive environment for SEND families
Cases of measles in the UK have rocketed this year, as figures show parents are still not taking hundreds of young children for their measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccines.
The Leader of the Isle of Wight council said it is important the committee exercises its statutory function to call to account – and confirmed there'll now be ongoing dialogue between the committee and the CCG.
If you are a parent or grandparent of a child with additional needs, please take a moment to complete the SEN Survey being organised by Save Our School (Isle of Wight) campaign to help them get a clearer picture of demand.
Volunteers "beavering away at grassroots level are the active lifeblood of our communities", says The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service Independent Committee chair, former broadcast journalist Sir Martyn Lewis.
Save our Isle of Wight Schools campaign will be marching for SEN children and their families on Wednesday 30th. Meet at 2pm in St Thomas's Square, Newport.
The Isle of Wight Council said swift action had been taken to make improvements at its Seagulls Nursing Home and the council immediately implemented an action plan after the unannounced visit.
This Isle of Wight lad wants to let the world know that little people with autism can achieve a great deal with some help. Last week he climbed Mount Snowdon to raise money for charity.