School leaders cautiously welcome Government’s White Paper on SEND Commenting as the government today (Mon 23 Feb) publishes its plans for SEND education as laid out in its White Paper, Paul Whiteman, general secretary of school leaders’ union NAHT, which represents leaders in the majority of school in England, said: 23 February 2026
NAHT responds to £4bn government investment as part of SEND reforms School leaders' union says it's vital funding is sufficient to support new approach 22 February 2026
School leaders respond to government announcement on education disadvantage gap NAHT welcomes move to break link between free school meals and deprivation funding 21 February 2026
School leaders welcome increased teacher maternity pay Commenting as the government announces increased maternity pay for school staff, Paul Whiteman, general secretary of school leaders’ union NAHT, said: 19 February 2026
Schools leaders respond to news of changes to SEND support for pupils Commenting on reports this morning that the government will be changing arrangements for SEND support for pupils, Paul Whiteman, general secretary of school leaders’ union, NAHT, said: 19 February 2026
