Debates between Ian Levy and Rob Butler during the 2019 Parliament

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Debate between Ian Levy and Rob Butler
Monday 26th April 2021

(3 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Ian Levy Portrait Ian Levy (Blyth Valley) (Con)
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What steps his Department is taking to support children with special educational needs and disabilities.

Rob Butler Portrait Rob Butler (Aylesbury) (Con)
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What steps his Department is taking to support children with special educational needs and disabilities.

Gavin Williamson Portrait The Secretary of State for Education (Gavin Williamson)
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The best place for vulnerable children and those with special educational needs is at school. That is why we kept schools open throughout the pandemic. The high needs budget has grown by £1.5 billion in two years, and £42 million has been made available for specialist organisations to support children with special educational needs.