[Written Question] Special Educational Needs

UK Parliament Written Questions Wednesday 28 October 2026, 20:22 UTC By Gregory Stafford 1 min read

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Question by: Gregory Stafford Answering Body: Department for Education Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps she is taking to help mainstream schools with the funding, staffing and specialist support needed to meet the needs of SEND pupils.

Gregory Stafford (PERSON) State for Education (ORG)

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[Written Question] Special Educational Needs

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