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The period for comments and requests: at least 15 days, beginning with the day the draft was served

The period for comments and requests: at least 15 days, beginning with the day the draft was served. The notice must say by when comments and requests must be made. The period must be at least 15 days.

The law requires a letter like this to include it.

Part of the letter: Draft EHC plan and the notice sent with it.

Type of rule

Law (Act or Regulations)This is the law, set by an Act of Parliament or by Regulations.

Rule id

notice.draft_plan_notice.comment_period

Rules version

england-2026.10

Law as at

30 September 2026

Sources

• Children and Families Act 2014, s 38(4)Law (Act or Regulations)
• SEND Regulations 2014, reg 13(1)(a)Law (Act or Regulations)

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