The lack of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) provision across England is one of the most common complaints in MPs’ inboxes, a survey by ITV News can reveal.
In an anonymous survey sent to all MPs, 70% of the 85 respondents said issues related to special educational needs and disabilities were now among the top five queries from constituents.
In addition, 62% said SEND was coming up more than twice a week in their inboxes, with 17% saying it was now a daily occurrence.
The MPs who responded identified issues related to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s) – the legal document outlining the necessary support for SEND children – as the most recurring complaint, followed by concerns over appropriate school places and lack of support from local authorities.
ITV News’ findings come as the government is preparing to reform SEND support, with an update expected in the autumn in the school’s white paper.
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