Recently, our partner, Rukhsana Koser, once again partnered with the Parent and Carer Alliance to give a presentation about education law issues and EHCPs. Rukhsana also gives regular free advice sessions for the organisation, helping many local people who are in need of advice. You can find the conference slides…
In a move that has sparked significant outrage and extreme concern, it has been revealed that a funding relief agreement by the Department for Education with some local authorities, contains targets to cut 20% of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) for children with special educational needs. This decision has…
While most families are enjoying their summer holidays, many families with disabled children can’t switch off, as they’re still trying to get the right educational support in the form of an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). There is a 20-week deadline for completion of the entire process and this…
Our senior solicitor, Rukhsana Koser recently participated in a webinar by the Parents and Carers Alliance. During the webinar, Rukhsana shares pointers on how to ensure the contents of your child or young person’s draft Education, Health and Care Plan meets the relevant legal requirements and is fit for purpose.…
Our senior solicitor, Rukhsana Koser, took part in the My Family Our Needs 2021 online Transition Event last month. We’re delighted to be able to share with you Rukhsana’s presentations from the event below SEN Support at the Transition Event The first part of the Transition Event presentation is about…
For parents of school-age children who have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan, the 15th February has great significance when they’re at a phase transfer stage of their education, e.g. secondary education. This is a legal deadline by when the local authority (LA) must have reviewed, amended and finalised…
