Rulebook · What a local authority letter includes

When the plan will be reviewed (within the 12 months starting with the date it was made, then at least every 12 months)

When the plan will be reviewed (within the 12 months starting with the date it was made, then at least every 12 months). The council must review the plan within the 12 months starting with the date it was made, and then at least every 12 months.

Not required by law: good practice.

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

Type of rule

Good practiceGood practice: helpful, not required by law.

Rule id

notice.final_plan_notice.first_review

Rules version

england-2026.10

Law as at

30 September 2026

Sources

• Children and Families Act 2014, s 44(1)Law (Act or Regulations)

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