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Baroness Smith of Malvern (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 20 May 2025

Debate

Assistive Technology

Contribution

The noble Lord is right that SENCOs play an important role in identifying a need for assistive technology. That is why SENCOs receive specific training on how to use assistive technology. From this September, as part of initial teacher training, all teachers will receive training on the use of assistive technology. In that way, I hope that more teachers will understand the benefits for children and that the equipment will be used in schools not just more quickly but more effectively.

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