Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/309981 
Year of Publication: 
2024
Series/Report no.: 
IFS Report No. R341
Publisher: 
Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), London
Abstract: 
The special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system in England has faced unprecedented pressure over the past decade, and without substantial reform it will likely become unmanageable for local authorities over the coming years. Fundamentally, this is due to the rocketing number of children and young people with education, health and care plans (EHCPs). Children with EHCPs are those with the highest needs and local authorities are statutorily obligated to cover the costs of provision set out in EHCPs. The reasons behind this rise in EHCPs are complex, but potential explanations include increased severity of needs, expanded recognition and diagnosis of needs, and stronger incentives to seek statutory provision.
Subjects: 
Education and skills
Disability
Education
Government spending
Local government finance
Schools
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ISBN: 
978-1-80103-211-7
Document Type: 
Research Report

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