Decision details

Following discussion, Forum voted against the proposed transfer of 0.5% from the Schools Block to the High Needs Block for 2026–27.

Members emphasised that rejecting the transfer should not be interpreted as a lack of support for the Council’s SEND strategy. The Forum remains committed to partnership working but believes that the Department for Education must resume its role in deficit recovery before schools are asked to contribute further.

For: 0 Against: 14 Abstentions: 1