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That the parent or young person can ask the council to get advice from someone else (if the request is reasonable)

That the parent or young person can ask the council to get advice from someone else (if the request is reasonable). The council must seek advice from any person the parent or young person reasonably asks it to consult.

Not required by law: good practice.

Part of the letter: Decision to carry out an EHC needs assessment.

Type of rule

Good practiceGood practice: helpful, not required by law.

Rule id

notice.decision_to_assess.other_advice_requests

Rules version

england-2026.10

Law as at

30 September 2026

Sources

• SEND Regulations 2014, reg 6(1)(h)Law (Act or Regulations)

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