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<p>There is no known correlation at area level between rates of exclusion and levels
of funding<em>.</em></p><p> </p><p>This Government has prioritised funds for the most
disadvantaged pupils, including through the Pupil Premium and Pupil Premium Plus,
which supports looked after children. For children and young people with more complex
needs, the Department has also confirmed an additional £250 million in high needs
funding over 2018-19 and 2019-20, included in the £6.3 billion total for high needs
funding this year.</p>
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