Listen to this story Members can listen to an AI-generated audio version of this article. 1.0x Audio narration uses an AI-generated voice. 0:00 0:00 Become a member to listen to this article Subscribe As the SEND system buckles under spiralling demand, the government is embarking on radical reforms to make education more inclusive and cut costs. The plans, set out in February’s Putting Children and Young People First consultation, were designed primarily to respond to problems engulfing the schools system. But they have seismic consequences for colleges too, as the Department for Education envisages young people with education, health and care plans (EHCPs) will receive more specialist provision within mainstream settings. Become a member for unlimited access to FE Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism on FE and skills, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in