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Disabilities

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The Special Educational Needs and Disability Act (2001) strengthens the rights of pupils with SEN to education in a mainstream setting, and protects pupils with disabilities from discrimination.

The Disability Discrimination Act (2005) introduces the Disability Equality Duty and the requirement actively to promote equal opportunities and positive outcomes for people with disabilities.

First Published: 18/5/2007          Last Reviewed: 19/5/2008