Report_1.7 million children behind with talking and understanding words

A report says that 1.7 million children are behind with talking and understanding words. This report has been generated by a charity called 'Speech and Language UK'. The organisation's mission is achieved through creating tools for schools and nurseries, giving advice and guidance to families and putting pressure on politicians. 

The BBC article says this is probably due to the pandemic lockdown and states that 'The number of five and six year olds who need speech and language support at school has risen by 10% in England over the past year, BBC analysis shows'.