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That an appeal only about the school or college named (section I) does not need a mediation certificate

That an appeal only about the school or college named (section I) does not need a mediation certificate. The Act does not require a certificate for an appeal only about the school or college, the type named, or that none is named.

Not required by law: good practice.

Part of the letter: Final amended plan, or decision not to amend.

Type of rule

Good practiceGood practice: helpful, not required by law.

Rule id

notice.final_amended_plan_or_no_amendment.section_i_only_no_certificate

Rules version

england-2026.10

Law as at

30 September 2026

Sources

• Children and Families Act 2014, s 55(2)Law (Act or Regulations)

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