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The murder of 10-year-old Sara Sharif by her father Urfan Sharif and stepmother Beinash Batool has revealed significant failures in child protection services. Despite numerous warnings, authorities failed to act, leading to Sara's horrific abuse and death in August 2023. The case has prompted calls for urgent reforms in safeguarding children.
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The UK government has introduced a new bill aimed at enhancing child protection and education standards. Key changes include a compulsory register for home-educated children and new powers for local authorities to intervene in unsafe home environments. The legislation follows the tragic case of Sara Sharif, highlighting the need for better oversight.
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The UK's special educational needs (SEN) system is facing a crisis as demand for support outstrips funding. Recent reports highlight rising legal battles over education, health, and care plans (EHCPs), with experts calling for urgent reforms to address systemic failures affecting children and families. The situation has worsened since the pandemic.