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<p>The government recognises that the current special educational needs and disabilities
(SEND) system does not consistently deliver the outcomes we want and expect for children
and young people with SEND, their families, or the people and services who support
them. This was highlighted by a SEND Money Survey conducted by Let Us Learn Too and
the Disabled Children’s Partnership.</p><p>The department is conducting a review of
SEND provisions in England. This is to ensure that children and young people with
SEND get the right support, in the right place, at the right time, to improve outcomes
and experiences within a financially sustainable system. The department has met with
representatives and organisations, including Let Us Learn Too and the Disabled Children’s
Partnership.</p><p>On 1 February 2022, the government announced more than £45 million
of continued targeted support for families and parents of children and young people
with SEND over the next three financial years. Additionally, councils will be provided
with £30 million to set up more than 10,000 additional respite placements, helping
to provide positive opportunities for children and young people with SEND.</p><p>In
March 2021, the government published the mental health recovery action plan. It is
backed by an additional £500 million of targeted investment to ensure that there is
support in place for this financial year. This support includes £79 million to expand
support in children and young people’s mental health services.</p><p>Education policy
is devolved. Therefore, arrangements covering SEND policy and provision in Wales are
a matter for the Welsh Government.</p><p> </p>
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