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High Needs and Capital Funding

04 December 2024

Proposing MP
Portsmouth South
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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