In July, we offered CYP Now readers the chance to submit questions to children's minister Edward Timpson on the impending introduction of the reforms to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support. He outlines his answers on the key issues below.
What evidence is there that the reforms will improve life for children and young people with SEND and their families?
Edward Timpson: For too long, families have found themselves battling against a complex and fragmented system. These reforms are designed to ensure that support fits in with their needs and not the other way around.
They are big changes for families and will mean a simpler and more joined-up system, focused on children achieving their best.
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