This conference will feature a series of presentations by specialist education barristers from Landmark Chambers, designed to equip practitioners with a clear understanding of key legal principles and recent developments in education law. The talks will also offer practical tips for effectively advising clients on the support and provisions required for children with special educational needs.
Programme:
11:00 Registration & refreshments
Morning sessions - Chaired by Carine Patry KC
11:30 - 12:00 Sections B and F, need provision and Specificity - Carine Patry KC
12:00 - 12:30 The Law on Placement: request, mainstream provisions, and other issues - Joe Thomas
12:30 - 12:50 Refreshment Break
12:50 - 13:20 Education otherwise than at school or college - Harriet Wakeman
13:20 - 14.10 - Lunch (sandwiches)
Afternoon sessions - Chaired by Leon Glenister
14:10 - 14:40 Social care and health provision in SEN - Katharine Elliot
14:40 - 15:10 Responsibilities for 18-25 year olds - Galina Ward KC
15:10 - 15:30 Refreshment Break
15.30 - 16:00 Dealing with Discrimination - Georgina Fenton
16:00 - 16:30 JR challenges in special education needs - Siân McGibbon
16:30 - Networking and drinks - Tempio Bar & Restaurant, 5-9 Temple Chambers, London EC4Y 0HP
16:30 Close