Parents Protest Lack of Special Education Services at Stormont, Northern Ireland

Parents across various regions are protesting the handling of critical issues affecting their children's safety, well-being, and education. In Macomb School District, parents protested due to distrust in the district and police amid reports of bullying and a perceived threat, although officials found no credible threat after investigation. In Rajshahi city, about 100 parents demonstrated against an assistant teacher accused of molesting female students, demanding action after the school took limited visible steps. In Northern Ireland, parents of children with special educational needs (SEN) protested at Stormont, highlighting the lack of support and care opportunities for their children once they turn 19, as current legal protections and services end with school leaving age, unlike in England where support extends to age 25. These protests underscore parents' demands for better safety measures, accountability, and continuous care and education services for vulnerable children. Authorities in each case have acknowledged the issues and initiated investigations or inquiries, though parents remain unsatisfied with the pace and adequacy of responses.