Debate on a motion on SEND provision and reform

Debate chosen by backbench MPs

This backbench debate examines provision and reform in the SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) system. The motion will likely scrutinise current support for children with additional needs, identify gaps in service delivery, and discuss potential reforms to improve outcomes and ensure schools and local authorities have adequate resources.

SEND provision affects hundreds of thousands of pupils and families across England. Reform in this area can significantly impact educational outcomes, inclusion practices, and local authority budgets, while also touching on broader questions of equity in education and support for vulnerable children.