Take autism - more than 25 per cent of children with autism have beenexcluded from school, and when it comes to appeals against localauthorities' decisions for children who have autism, 79 per cent ofparents who go through the Special Educational Needs and DisabilityTribunal win their case.
With such devastating statistics, it is clear that action needs to betaken. Autism is complex, but some of the ways that these issues can beresolved are incredibly simple. There are huge inconsistencies over thechoice a local authority can offer families, and they have no legal dutyto offer tailored support. There is currently no requirement for traineeor practising teachers to undertake any training on autism and evenspecial educational needs co-ordinators don't receive training.
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