An assembly government consultation, released last week, suggests children with SEN should have the right to appeal for themselves because "current arrangements rely on the presumption that statutory agencies will be competent in their practice and administration, and that parents will act to promote the best interests of their children".
SEN tribunals currently allow only parents to appeal against decisions made by local authorities. If proposals go ahead, children who are deemed competent to represent themselves will have the same rights at tribunals as parents.
However, they will be able to appoint someone to act as an advocate on their behalf, if they do not want to address the tribunal in person.
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