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Require EHCPs for all SEN children and those with a diagnosed disability
Closed
82 signatures
What the petition asks
The Government should require local authorities put in place education, health and care plans (EHCPs) for all children who have been diagnosed with a disability or special educational need, as soon as they are diagnosed, so that schools and healthcare services are aware of a young person's needs.
Many vulnerable children are struggling at school & are not getting the care they need when required. Some parents have to fight for assessments & support from local authorities (LAs), and waiting lists for care and support are lengthy. Many LAs are slow & fail SEN children, which can lead to low achievement & poor mental health.
Timeline
| 16 Nov 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 16 May 2022 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
82
Status
Closed
Opened
16 Nov 2021
Closed
16 May 2022
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.