Source · Select Committees · Education Committee

Recommendation 92

92 Deferred

Review local authority powers to fulfil SEND obligations, addressing mismatches from past reforms.

Recommendation
The Government should continue to review whether local authorities have the necessary powers to fulfil their legal obligations to children and young people with SEND in order to address the mismatch between powers and responsibilities which has arisen as a consequence of previous reforms. (Recommendation, Paragraph 315) 175
Government Response Summary
The government states it appreciates the committee's consideration and will respond to their recommendations concerning improving local authority accountability, including matters related to the SEND tribunal.
Government Response Deferred
HM Government Deferred
We appreciate the Committee’s careful consideration of these issues and will respond to their recommendations on improving local authority accountability, including in relation to the SEND tribunal.