School meals and nutritional standards (England)
The main recent policy developments regarding school meals in England, including the school food standards and provision of free school meals.
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Changes to the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) (355KB PDF)
This note gives a brief overview of the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) and outlines proposed changes to the grant; the changes will apply to all full-time, full-time distance learning, part-time and postgraduate students applying for a DSA for the first time on or after 1 September 2015. The DSA is available to eligible English domiciled students studying at UK higher education institutions.
On 6 June 2014 the NUS organised a day of action to protest about the changes.
The note sets out areas of concern and includes debate and comment on the proposals.
Documents to download
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Changes to the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) (355KB PDF)
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Safeguarding in English schools
Information on the safeguarding duties of English schools, governing bodies and staff, including during recruitment, and in dealing with allegations
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Children and young people’s mental health: policy and services (England)
Support for children and young people's mental health in England is provided by the NHS, schools and other settings. Government policies aim to address the rising need for support.
