questionText: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what recent discussions she has had with the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government on the impact of the levels of the High Needs Block grant on the ability of local Councils to respond to increased demand for SEND provision.
answerText: High needs funding for local authorities was increased by over £1 billion (11%) in 2025/26 and funding continues at this increased level in 2026/27. In addition to the high needs funding allocations to local authorities, we are committed to prioritising e...
heading: Special Educational Needs: Finance