Birkett Long SEND law and EHCP Solicitors

Register for our upcoming free webinars, designed for parents, guardians, and carers of young people with SEN requirements. For more information on these webinars and to register your place, visit our website here: loom.ly/U4_de88 #EducationLaw #SEN #BirkettLong

The fundamental problem with suggestion to dilute EHC Plans is that they *reflect* #SEND needs, they don’t create needs. Govt can reduce statutory entitlements, but can’t legislate away need - so any new framework will break just as the current one has unless properly resourced

We cannot sit back and allow the government to take crucial legal rights from disabled children - sign the petition here: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/7110… #SEND @LBC @SpcialNdsJungle

The government is considering removing EHCPs for pupils with SEND in mainstream schools. SNJ team member Rachel Filmer has started a petition to call for the protection of disabled children’s rights. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/7110…

The UK government is considering removing education, health and care plans for disabled children in mainstream schools. This would affect 252,000 disabled children, including my son Jack who has Down syndrome. Please sign and share this petition. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/7110…

If your child is likely to be affected by the government’s proposal to get rid of EHCPs for children in mainstream schools, please comment below and share the petition. Grateful if those who support disabled children’s rights would share too. #SEND petition.parliament.uk/petitions/7110…

"The SEND legal framework is something we should be really proud of, and any dilution of this would be a cause of significant national shame" Our Senior Solicitor, Georgina Downard, gave powerful evidence to MPs today on the urgent action needed to solve the SEND crisis.

Is your child’s EHCP due for review? Our checklist helps you prepare for the meeting and ensure nothing important is missed. Download or request a free copy of our brochure: loom.ly/_UbJ3Lk #SENDLaw #SEN #BirkettLong

How should education settings support children with SEN? Learn more in our article with SEND connect: loom.ly/ub8efkA #EducationLaw #SEN #BirkettLong

Register for our upcoming free webinars, designed for parents, guardians, and carers of young people with SEN requirements. For more information on these webinars and to register your place, visit our website here: loom.ly/U4_de88 #EducationLaw #SEN #BirkettLong

We are delighted to share an exceptional review about Thomas Emmett, Senior Associate and Head of Education. If you require Thomas' assistance with a SEND Tribunal appeal, you can contact him on 0330 818 2913 or through email at thomas.emmett@birkettlong.co.uk.

A new Practice Direction comes into force on 15 July 2025, impacting hearing bundle preparation in SEND appeals and disability discrimination claims. Read more to learn more: loom.ly/uMVoEfg #EducationLaw #SEND #BirkettLong

Have you received a copy of a draft EHCP and are concerned that it does not accurately reflect all of your child's needs or are concerned about its quality? We offer a range of EHCP review services: loom.ly/la48HLo #EducationLaw #BirkettLong #EHCPs

They are good!! Thomas is brilliant!! @birkettlong help parents & have supported us as group & individually.

We are pleased to share an outstanding review about Thomas Emmett, Senior Associate and Head of Education. If you require Thomas' assistance, you can contact him on 0330 818 2913 or through email at thomas.emmett@birkettlong.co.uk.

If you believe that your child may need additional support, an EHC needs assessment can be requested. Read our article with SEND connect on EHC needs assessments here: loom.ly/4-t94Yo #EducationLaw #SEN #BirkettLong

We have updated our webinar schedule! The revised schedule for this year is shown in the below image. To register for our upcoming webinars, visit our events page here➡️ loom.ly/U4_de88 #EducationLaw #SEN #BirkettLong

Primary school offers are out today. If your child has not been offered a place at your preferred school, you have the right to appeal. Learn more about how we can help with an appeal: loom.ly/dKEQe0w #SchoolAdmissions #Appeals #EducationLaw

Uncertain about appealing an EHCP? Our infographic explains EHCP contents appeal, including which sections can be challenged and key deadlines. For more information about EHCP contents appeals, read our recent article: loom.ly/rl7vjnU #EducationLaw #EHCP #BirkettLong

Join us for our upcoming webinar on everything you need to know before an EHCP annual review on Tuesday 22 April from 6pm to 7pm. Our expert SEND solicitors will also answer any questions you have at the end of the webinar. Register here - loom.ly/czCNkhA