Petition · past parliament · Department for Education
Require local authorities to offer EHCPs to all children with a disability
Closed
419 signatures
What the petition asks
All children who are born or diagnosed with a disability which could affect development and or life-long health should be automatically offered an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP).
Children diagnosed at or after birth with disabilities that may affect their development, need teams to work together in early intervention as early as possible to ensure best possible life outcomes.
Independent living and employment for people with additional needs could be improved; having a positive impact on not only the economy but also the lives of many. Whilst an application can be carried out at a young age, ECHPs are normally only made for children with severe disabilities.
Independent living and employment for people with additional needs could be improved; having a positive impact on not only the economy but also the lives of many. Whilst an application can be carried out at a young age, ECHPs are normally only made for children with severe disabilities.
Timeline
| 7 Oct 2020 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 7 Apr 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
419
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
7 Oct 2020
Closed
7 Apr 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.