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We've seen countless stories of failures in the system designed to help our most vulnerable children - those with special educational needs and disabilities.

This week ITV News journalists - both nationally and in all our regions - will be putting an even bigger spotlight on the real life impact of the SEND crisis.

Neil Barbour from ITV Anglia, Jonny Brown from ITV Calendar and Katie Cole from ITV Tyne Tees join ITV News Presenter Faye Barker.

With families being pushed to the brink of mental and financial collapse, we ask why is SEND provision in such a crisis? And how bad is it in your area?

Strictly Come Dancing has been dominating the headlines as claims mount over abusive treatment of the show’s celebrity contestants.

The nation’s beloved BBC programme, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, risks losing its reputation, or even more.

So, as the allegations rise, could this year’s show be Strictly's last dance? And what's being done to resolve the crisis? 

ITV News Entertainment Reporter Rishi Davda tells Sangeeta Kandola What You Need to Know…

New research reveals that markers of Motor Neurone Disease are more likely to be found in the blood of retired sportsmen who have suffered several concussions, offering hope of early diagnosis and possibly earlier treatment.

It also adds more weight to growing evidence of the link between contact sports and brain conditions. So, where does this leave sports like rugby?

Martin Stew tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know...

As he raised his fist in defiance, the image of Donald Trump smeared in blood, is one that will shape the US election campaign and history.

The iconic image has sent shockwaves on social media, sparking several conspiracy theories – with some wondering if it was an order from the US President himself.

So, how do you spot the fact from fiction? And how will the assassination attempt change the campaign?

Robert Moore tells Yasmin Bodalbhai what you need to know... 

England have made history and reached back-to-back European Championship finals after a 2-1 win against the Netherlands.

From a rather rocky start to the tournament, it’s certainly been touch and go. But now, the three lions have managed to turn it around as they head to Berlin this Sunday.

So how did the squad bounce back? And is it finally coming home?  

ITV News Sports Editor Steve Scott tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know...

There’s a summer boost for households as energy prices are falling - thanks to the new price cap.

Yet forecasters warn your gas and electricity bills will soar once again in the autumn.

So is now the right time to fix your energy price? And what other action can you take to make savings?

In this episode Charlie Frost tells you, what you need to know...