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<p>I refer the honourable Member for St Albans to my answer of 20 May 2024 to question
<a href="https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2024-05-08/25358"
target="_blank">25358</a>.</p><p> </p><p>On April 18, departmental officials met Hertfordshire
local authority officials to discuss progress with special educational needs and disabilities
(SEND) improvement and they were satisfied with the local area's progress so far against
its improvement plan. For example, the local authority has recruited over 100 new
employees and caseloads have reduced. The local authority has also established a SEND
Academy to induct and train new employees. However, further improvement is necessary,
and the department will continue to monitor progress closely to ensure that services
improve for children and families in Hertfordshire.</p>
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