P-06-1499 Stop the use of term 'Universal Provision' as a reason to deny ALN

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This petition was submitted by Victoria Lightbown, having collected 1,454 signatures.

Text of petition:

Over recent months there has been much discussion around the term Universal Provision. ALNET and Welsh Government have given clear guidance as to what this term means. Yet, despite this clarification, Local Authorities and members of Welsh Government continue to allow this term to be used to refuse a learner ALN status and provide ALP.  There can only be one solution and that is that this term is banned from use.

Additional information:

While members of Welsh Government still use this term when discussing ALN, including during media interviews, it gives LA’s opportunity to follow suit, and continue to deny ALN to learners.
There is ongoing work through the Education reform inquiry and CYPE committee however, there are still ongoing issues with families that arise that show inconsistencies amongst authorities and Welsh Government in Wales.

Status 

This petition was considered completed by the Petitions Committee at its meeting on 24/11/2025.

Full details of the consideration of this petition by the Committee and related documents can be seen on the Meetings tab above. 

It was first considered by the Petitions Committee on 16/06/2025.

Senedd Constituency and Region

·     Clwyd West

·     North Wales

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