PART 2Children and young people with special educational needs
Assessments
Matters to be taken into account in securing an EHC needs assessment7
When securing an EHC needs assessment a local authority must—
a
consult the child and the child's parent, or the young person and take into account their views, wishes and feelings;
b
consider any information provided to the local authority by or at the request of the child, the child's parent or the young person;
c
consider the information and advice obtained in accordance with regulation 6(1);
d
engage the child and the child's parent, or the young person and ensure they are able to participate in decisions; and
e
minimise disruption for the child, the child's parent, the young person and their family.