Written questions

Special Educational Needs

Commons · Question 108200 · Tabled 26 Jan 2026 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 3 Feb 2026

Question

Asked by Wendy Morton

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of levels in the availability of specialist school places in constituencies such as Aldridge-Brownhills.

Answer

Answered by Georgia Gould, 3 Feb 2026

It is the responsibility of local authorities to ensure there are sufficient school places for pupils in their area, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. If a local authority identifies a shortage of places, resulting in a sign...