Please read the open letter from Vicky Ford MP, the Parliamentary-Under Secretary of State for Children and Families, to children and young people with special education needs (SEND), their families and carers and those who work to support them.

The letter provides advice and guidance on several issues, including behaviour, risk assessments, face coverings, specialist and visiting practitioners, mental health and wellbeing, aerosol generating procedures and hospital schools, as well as linking to some of the support available to help.

Please like/follow the Shropshire SEND Local Offer on Facebook and Twitter for regular SEND updates, advice, guidance and resources.