Additional Learning Needs Bill
12 December 2016
Additional Learning Needs Bill
We recognize that some problems exist with the current legislation and UCAC, therefore, welcomes the new Additional Learning Needs Bill presented by the Welsh Government today.
“Nevertheless we have some concerns regarding the new Bill,” said Ywain Myfyr, Policy Officer with the union. “We need certainty that the funding level for ALN will be sufficient and that local authorities will be prevented from cutting ALN budgets.”
“UCAC has grave concerns that the new measures may add significantly to the workload of Additional Learning Needs Coordinators. The role of the Coordinator must be assessed and considered and we must ensure that the workload is effectively managed.”
“UCAC believes that Welsh language ALN provision should be available to everyone. We believe that the Bill should include a statement that sets out the expectations regarding Welsh medium provision – not only in terms of educational provision but also the right to follow the whole process through the medium of Welsh,” said Ywain Myfyr.
“Accessing the provision or administration of the process in Welsh must not delay, or in any way be inferior to the user.”