MPs have warned the Government of a “showdown” over reforms to the special educational needs system they fear will cut back support for vulnerable children.

Labour members say they are gearing up to vote against any changes that “take away services” or “reduce support, financial or otherwise” for pupils with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities).

Backbenchers have told The i Paper that their red lines would also include children losing their legal rights to funding and provision – currently set out through individual Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). New Feature

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MPs warnings suggest they could be on collision course with ministers despite Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson’s intensive efforts to win Labour me

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