Prepare, record and follow up your Local Authority meetings
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LA Meeting Prep Pack — Scotland
LA Meeting Prep Pack — Scotland
Use this pack before, during and after any meeting with Local Authority or school. Being prepared makes a real difference.
📅 Meeting details
✅ Before the meeting — checklist
Request the agenda in writing at least 5 days before
Read any reports or documents sent in advance
Write down your key points and questions
Bring copies of relevant evidence and correspondence
Ask if you can bring a supporter or advocate
Know your rights under the Additional Support for Learning Act 2004
Prepare your child's views if they are not attending
❓ My questions for this meeting
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📝 During the meeting — notes
You have the right to take notes. You can also ask for meetings to be recorded — check this with the Local Authority first.
✅ After the meeting — checklist
Email a summary of what was agreed within 48 hours
Request written minutes from the Local Authority
Note any deadlines agreed and diarise them
Follow up in writing if any commitments are not met
Keep a copy of all correspondence in your file
📋 Follow-up actions
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⚖️ Know your rights
Your rights are protected under the Additional Support for Learning Act 2004. Below are key things to remember.
You have the right to request a Co-ordinated Support Plan assessment at any time
The Local Authority must respond to a CSP request within 6 weeks
You must be included in all decisions about your child's education
You can bring a supporter, advocate or legal representative to any meeting
You have the right to appeal to Additional Support Needs Tribunal Scotland (ANSTS) if you disagree
Schools must provide SEN support even without a CSP
You can make a Subject Access Request for all records held about your child
📞 Useful contacts
IASS (Information, Advice and Support Service) is free, independent advice for parents. Find your local service at councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/iass
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