Education, Health and Care Plans 2020-10-06
2020-10-06
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Q1
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The issue of linking EHCPs with the healthcare system is under review by the Government.
What discussions has the Secretary of State for Education had on ensuring that education, health and care plans are linked effectively with the healthcare system?
Education, health and care plans identify support needs of children and young people across those three areas. Local authorities and health bodies are required to jointly commission services. The Government is undertaking a review of the special educational needs and disability system, with work ongoing between the Department for Education and her ministerial counterpart.
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Specific details about discussions held on linking EHCPs effectively with healthcare systems were not provided.
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Q2
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There are unacceptable waiting times of up to two years in West Dorset for EHCP assessments, causing distress to children and parents.
Thanking the Secretary of State and Ministers for their focus on Dorset County Hospital's recent investment announcements, but highlighting unacceptable waiting times of up to two years for EHCPs in his constituency. Parents and children are losing hope due to these delays. Seeking help from the Minister to support these desperate families.
NHS England has directed NHS organisations to restart and restore services that support children and young people with EHC plans. The review of the SEND system is looking at addressing problems in the system and achieving better integration across health, care, and education.
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Specific action or timeline for addressing unacceptable waiting times was not provided.
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