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MP Manuela Perteghella criticises Warwickshire County Council over SEND delays

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MP Manuela Perteghella criticises Warwickshire County Council over SEND assessment delays

Overview

Liberal Democrat MP Manuela Perteghella has criticised Warwickshire County Council over severe delays in special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) assessments, calling the performance unacceptable. Figures revealed that only 9.2% of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) were completed within the statutory 20-week deadline at the end of June. The council stated that a recovery plan is under way to address the backlogs and improve services.

Key points

  • MP Manuela Perteghella accused Warwickshire County Council of failing children with SEND due to long assessment delays.
  • Data from June showed that only 9.2% of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) were completed within the statutory 20-week deadline.
  • Warwickshire County Council stated that a recovery plan is under way to increase capacity, reduce backlogs, and improve performance.
  • Perteghella also criticised the previous closure of Great Alne Primary School but welcomed proposals to use the site for specialist autism and communication provision.
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