Language and Policy: Impacts on Education

This chapter explores the role of language in education policy, specifically the implications of renaming the Department for Children, Schools and Families to the Department for Education. It critically assesses the consequences of austerity measures on children's welfare and local support services, as well as the challenges posed by educational reforms. The discussion highlights the importance of holistic approaches and the need for improved support systems to address the mental health and educational disparities faced by disadvantaged children.