Miss B complained that the Council delayed in completing an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment for her child, C and in providing C with suitable education when she was unable to attend school. We have found fault in the Council’s actions and consider the symbolic payment it has already offered to be a suitable remedy.
Source · LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Essex County Council
LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Upheld
Reference 25-013-867
Sector Education
Category Special Educational Needs
Decided 22 July 2026
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