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High Needs and Capital Funding
04 December 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Education
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement is about a significant capital investment and additional revenue funding for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities or those requiring alternative provision.
Action Requested
Announces £740 million in capital funding for 2025-26 to improve accessibility and create specialist facilities, along with an increase of nearly £1 billion in high needs revenue funding. This is part of a broader £6.7bn capital settlement to support the government's mission to break down barriers to opportunity for children.
Key Facts
- £740 million in capital investment announced for 2025-26.
- High needs revenue funding will increase by almost £1 billion in 2025-26 compared to 2024-25.
- Part of a broader £6.7bn capital settlement for 2025-26.
- Allocations expected to be published by the end of March.
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