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7. 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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