§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what plans he has to involve parents in formulating policies for children with special needs; and if he will make a statement. [41649]
§ Mr. HainThe Welsh Office Green Paper on special educational needs (SEN), "The BEST for Special Education", issued last October emphasised the key role of parents. The consultation attracted a large number of responses, including responses from organisations representing parents and individual parents. We are giving careful consideration to all responses in deciding on the way ahead.