A fiery confrontation erupted on GB News as Reform UK's Doge leader Zia Yusuf repeatedly pressed Labour MP Barry Gardiner to clarify whether the Government plans to cut spending on children with special educational needs and disabilities.

The heated exchange saw Yusuf demand a straight answer about whether "the net cost to the Exchequer" would increase or decrease under Labour's policies.

The confrontation comes as ministers consider scrapping education, health and care plans (EHCPs) for Send pupils under a wholesale review of the current system.

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson repeatedly refused to rule out axing EHCPs when questioned by the BBC, declining three times to confirm whether the legally binding documents would remain.

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The confrontation comes as ministers consider scrapping education, health and care plans (EHCPs) for Send pupils under a wholesale review of the current system{ai:summary}<p>A heated debate on GB News featured Reform UK's Zia Yusuf challenging Labour MP Barry Gardiner on the government's potential cuts to spending for children with special educational needs and disabilities. Yusuf pressed Gardiner for clarity on the financial implications of Labour's policies.</p><p>The confrontation coincides with a government review that may lead to the scrapping of education, health, and care plans (EHCPs) for SEND pupils. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson did not commit to maintaining these legally binding documents when questioned by the BBC. #education</p>

WATCH: Zia Yusuf BLASTS Labour MP on SEND benefits in heated row

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