Statutory Guidance On The Reduction And Management Of Restrictive Practices In Educational Settings In Northern Ireland

Overview

Consultation launched on Statutory Guidance on the Reduction and Management of Restrictive Practices in Educational Settings

The Department of Education has launched a consultation seeking views on its Statutory Guidance on the Reduction and Management of Restrictive Practices in Educational Settings in Northern Ireland.

Consultation Period

The consultation will run from 5 September until 3 November 2023. 

The closing date for the consultation has been extended to 10^th November 2023.

The Department's preferred method of response is online, using the link at the bottom of this page.

Alternatively you can reply to the Department at restrictivepracticeconsultation@education-ni.gov.uk or in writing to Additional Educational Needs Team, Rathgael House, Balloo Road, Rathgill, Bangor BT19 7PR.  

You should read the draft guidance prior to completing this questionnaire.

The Statutory Guidance on the Reduction and Management of Restrictive Practices in Educational Settings Consultation booklet and the draft guidance are available to download from the DE website

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Why your views matter

The Department would encourage you to take the time to consider and respond to the Consultation. The consultation is an opportunity for interested parties to provide views on the Statutory Guidance.