The Court of Appeal recently handed down judgment rejecting a London council’s attempt to close one of its primary schools that is in the process of becoming an academy. Alan Bates explains why.

The Employment Tribunal has found that 'XYchromosomeGuy' who objected to his local authority employer's pronouns policy was fairly dismissed. Jo Moseley looks at the lessons from the case.

The High Court has reaffirmed that local authorities are under an ‘absolute duty’ to secure special educational provision and granted a mandatory order. Ollie Persey explains why.

Leon Glenister reports on a successful appeal to Upper Tribunal on the requirement to take account of a child’s views, wishes and feelings in decisions on their special educational provision.

John Friel reviews recent legal developments in relation to the SENDIST extended appeal jurisdiction.

Leon Glenister reports on a successful defence to a judicial review challenging the established interpretation of teaching regulation legislation.

The Information Commissioner’s Office recently reprimanded a school for using facial recognition technology without carrying out a data protection impact assessment. Ibrahim Hasan looks at the ICO’s decision.

Laura Campbell and Rachel Murray-Smith discuss school-related construction work and how the summer holidays play a crucial role in keeping construction up-to-date.

Harry Marriott looks at the key considerations for universities that are considering bringing possession proceedings to deal with protest encampments.

Dai Durbridge examines the main changes Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) 2024 and sets out what to do next.

The Upper Tribunal has, for the first time, provided detailed guidance as to the approach the First-tier Tribunal (Special Educational Needs and Disability) (“the FtT”) should take when considering whether to make recommendations as to health and social care needs/provision in Education, Health and Care Plans (“EHC Plans”). Mark Greaves looks at the key points.

What education settings are available for learners with special educational needs? Eliza Ward explains.

Rebecca Currie and Natalie Barker look at the additional complexities inherent in SEN tribunal cases where the subject has health and social issues

Abby Buttle reports on a successful appeal to the Upper Tribunal on the test for ceasing to maintain an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

Alex Line looks at the wider lessons from an Upper Tribunal ‘test case’ concerning armed forces personnel with SEND children.

What does the Labour party plan for VAT on private school fees mean for pupils with special educational needs? Martin Mensah looks at the issues it raises.

Shejal Patel looks at the key issues for local authorities considering changes to school transport policies for 16 to 18-year-olds.

In a high-profile ruling, the High Court has rejected a legal challenge to a school prayer ban. Philip Wood explains why.

Katie Michelon sets out what you need to know in relation to Ofsted’s revised complaints procedure.

Trish D’Souza, a Legal Director in the Education sector, and Jo Corbett-Simmons, a Legal Director in our Commercial Litigation team, delivered a session for schools, local authorities and academy trusts on Disability discrimination – how to recognise potential claims.