14 February 2025

DEFENDING SEN TRIBUNAL APPEALS FOR LOCAL AUTHORITIES

Local authorities are currently losing 99% of appeals which are heard by the SEN Tribunal. The purpose of this seminar is to explore the reasons why appeals are “lost” and what improvements can be made to support the response to appeals.

Wednesday, 3rd September 2025 – Milton Keynes, Holiday Inn, 9.30 am to 5.00 pm (registration at 9.00 am)(7 CPD points)

£200 + VAT per delegate – Free entry for SEN PASS Members

This seminar is led by Solicitor-Advocate, Mark Small. Mark has represented parents, carers, young people and local authorities in a range of proceedings in both the First Tier Tribunal and the Upper Tier Tribunal.  Places are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first come, first service basis. Knowledge of the SEN Tribunal process is desirable but not essential and is designed for SEN Officers, Solicitors and practitioners working in the field.  The seminar is accredited for 7 CPD points and a certificate of participation is awarded at the conclusion of the training. Refreshments, pastries and a buffet lunch are provided for all delegates.

SEMINAR OVERVIEW

The purpose of the seminar is to provide those representing local authorities, who have had little or no involvement with tribunals, with a practical overview of the SEN Tribunal appeal process, guidance on the preparation of appeals and on how to increase your prospects of defending and reducing appeals. The seminar will cover the following areas:

  • An overview of the SEN Tribunal process.
  • Why local authorities “lose” appeals.
  • Responding to an appeal.
  • Evidence required.
  • Utilising case management.
  • Preparing for the hearing.
  • Advocacy at the hearing.
  • Caselaw update.

“Great expertise demonstrated by the course facilitator. Very specialised knowledge and experience. One of the best training events I have ever attended”.

SEN Manager

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Enquiries SEN4You, 314 Midsummer Court, Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes,MK9 2UB

Fee All fees are inclusive of refreshments, lunch (all day events only) and course documentation. You will be invoiced for the course on submission of the booking form.

Acknowledgement of Bookings A registration letter including full details of the venue and a map will be sent by email one week prior to the event. If you have not received acknowledgement of your registration one week before the event, please telephone our administration team on 01908 082422 to confirm that your registration has been received.

Registration on the Day The event will start promptly at 9.30 am Registration will take place in the preceding half hour.

Substitute Delegates If you are unable to attend, a substitute may attend in your place. Please inform us of any changes as soon as possible.

Cancellation and Refunds A credit against the registration fee payable (less an administration fee of £50.00 plus VAT per delegate) can only be made in respect of written cancellations received by SEN4you at least 10 days before the event. The full registration fee plus VAT is payable on cancellations received less than 10 days before the event.

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