SEND Provision — [Clive Betts in the Chair]

Part of the debate – in Westminster Hall at 3:20 pm on 5 September 2024.

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Photo of Aphra Brandreth Aphra Brandreth Conservative, Chester South and Eddisbury 3:20, 5 September 2024

Despite legislation requiring a final education, health and care plan to be in place within 20 weeks of an initial assessment, Cheshire West and Chester council is putting in place just 6.5% within that time, which is fewer than one in 15 children. Too many children in my constituency are being let down by the Cheshire Labour councils, so I want to highlight the work of the CWaC SEND Accountability group in bringing families together on this issue. Does my hon. Friend agree that a more efficient EHCP system is crucial in delivering for SEND children and their parents?