Key Measures Special educational needs key measures include a single assessment process (0 - 25) which is more streamlined, better
involves children,
young people and families and is completed quickly; An Education Health and Care Plan (replacing the statement) which brings services together and is focused on improving
outcomes; An offer of a personal budget
for families with an Education, Health and Care Plan; A requirement
for local authorities and health services to jointly plan and commission services that children,
young people and their families need; A requirement on local authorities to publish a local offer indicating the support available to those with special educational needs and disabilities and their families, and; The introduction of mediation opportunities
for disputes and a trial giving children the right to appeal if they are unhappy with their support.