Miss X complained about the Council’s handling of her child’s Education, Health and Care needs assessment. We found the Council at fault for significant delays, poor communication, and poor administrative practice. These faults resulted in missed special educational provision for her child and caused Miss X avoidable distress and uncertainty. The Council has agreed to apologise and make a payment to Miss X.
Source · LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Lancashire County Council
LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Upheld
Reference 25-014-068
Sector Education
Category Special Educational Needs
Decided 26 July 2026
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