# The Special Educational Needs and Disability Regulations 2014, Regulation 7: Matters to be taken into account in securing an EHC needs assessment

Extent: E+W

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.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/1530/regulation/7 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/special-educational-needs-and-disability-regulations-2014/regulation-7
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