Oral QuestionWomen and Equalities

What recent discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Education on SEND provision.

Tabled: 30 January 2025Answered: 5 February 2025

Asked by

Lewis Cocking

ConservativeBroxbourne

Answering Minister

the Minister for Women and Equalities

Answer from Hansard

The Minister for Women and Equalities (Bridget Phillipson)

This Government’s ambition is that all children with special educational needs receive the right support to succeed, where possible, in mainstream schools. To further support that vision, in December I announced £740 million of high-needs capital for 2025-26. The Department is working closely with experts on reforms and has recently appointed a strategic adviser for SEND, who will play a key role in engaging with practitioners, children and families as we consider the next steps in SEND reform.