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Only a full solution will suffice on SEND

Rob Powell is hoping for a full resolution of the 'intractable problem' of negative reserves to cover SEND deficits, 'not another extension of the statutory override'.

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Some things just shouldn't happen.

Negative reserves to cover special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) deficits on councils' balance sheets is one example that breaks accounting fundamentals.

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