Rulebook · What a local authority letter includes

How the child and parent, or the young person, can give their views, wishes and feelings

How the child and parent, or the young person, can give their views, wishes and feelings. The Act and Regulations say the council must take account of the views, wishes and feelings of the child and parent, or the young person.

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.views_invited

Rules version

england-2026.10

Law as at

30 September 2026

Sources

• Children and Families Act 2014, s 19(a)Law (Act or Regulations)
• SEND Regulations 2014, reg 6(1)(a)Law (Act or Regulations)
• SEND Regulations 2014, reg 7(a)Law (Act or Regulations)

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