Go East Meet Up
11TH AUGUST 2026, 11:00am – 4:00pm
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Football Tournament + Co-Production
Goals, Ipswich, IP4 1LT
Contact Lauren if you are going to be attending and
if you are signing up a 7-a-side team for the football
tournament by 31st August: lauren.bruen@suffolk.gov.uk
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops:
The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
7TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 8TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshop: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2 – This workshop consists of 2 sessions
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 2: Deputyship and LPAs
9TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 2: Deputyship and LPAs
The session will cover An introduction to deputyship orders and attorneyships (LPAs): A brief overview of the Court of Protection/DoLS.
Eastern Region Global Majority Reflective Space
10TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 10:00am-12:00pm
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Part of the Eastern Region’s Commitment to Anti-Racist Practice
We warmly invite Global Majority colleagues from all 11 local authorities across the Eastern Region to join an online reflective space, supported and facilitated by a qualified psychotherapist. This is our fifth session, following previous successful events. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with attendees agreeing that this is a valued and much-needed space.
This space is reserved exclusively for our Global Majority colleagues.
These sessions provide a safe and supportive environment to share experiences and reflect on feelings.
Connect with peers across the region. Reserve your place today!
Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops:
The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
16TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 17TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Senior Managers and will focus on:
– Oversight of complex cases
– Supporting triage decision-making processes
– Quality assurance of MCA assessments and applications
– Leadership responsibilities in safeguarding transitions
– Risk management and governance
These sessions will ensure leaders are equipped to support frontline decision-making, provide oversight, and maintain quality standards.
Eastern Region Anti Racist Practice Webinar: Shades of Bias
17TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 12:15PM – 1:45PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Anti Racist Practice Webinar: Shades of Bias
Wayne Reid, Professional Officer & Social Worker from BASW England will be bringing to life Shades of Bias an interactive and engaging online training session.
We all have biases—but how do they affect our professional practice?
Join BASW’s interactive session to explore unconscious bias, challenge assumptions, and strengthen inclusive decision-making.
– Practical, real-world case studies.
– Safe space for reflection and discussion.
– Supports anti-discriminatory and inclusive practice.
– Applicable across social work settings
– A link will be sent out the day before the event
Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector
23RD SEPTEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector
These sessions are designed for Partner/Voluntary Workers, for example, Children’s Residential Homes, SEND provisions, provisions involved in transitions
The session covers responsibilities under the MCA/DoL but also link this to SEND CoP and the Children Homes Regulations and CQC Regulations
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 3: Post 16 considerations
23RD SEPTEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 3: Post 16 considerations
This session will cover an Overview of post-16 transitions, FE colleges, and Care Act 2014
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 4: Annual Reviews
29TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 4: Annual Reviews
This session will cover :
An overview of the process and procedure behind annual reviews.
Consultations with settings.
Eastern Region EHCP Moderation Training Session
29TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 1:00PM – 3:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region EHCP Moderation Training Session
Free regional EHCP moderation session with Invision360
Activity: Invision360 will deliver a remote moderation session involving local authorities in the region that have expressed interest. Invision360 will plan and deliver this session. Participants will be distributed into small groups, ensuring a mix of different LAs to collectively audit an EHCP. Multiple groups will audit the same EHCP, allowing for a demonstration of the levels of consistency in how the groups audit / grade both individual sections and the EHCP as a whole.
Outcome: There will be clear insight into how much there a ‘shared understanding’ of what a good / strong EHCP looks like. Consistencies and inconsistencies identified.
Reserve your place today!
Eastern Region Anti Racist Practice Webinar: Writing Through an Anti-Racist Lens
29TH SEPTEMBER 2026, 12:30PM – 1:30PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Anti Racist Practice Webinar: Writing Through an Anti-Racist Lens
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 5: An Introduction to Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010
1ST OCTOBER 2026, 4:00PM – 5:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 5: An Introduction to Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010
This session will cover :
An overview of Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010.
Duties on schools and education providers.
Duty to make reasonable adjustments
Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: Tribunals
6TH OCTOBER 2026, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: Tribunals
This session will cover :
The First-tier Tribunal (‘SENDIST’) –introduction to Tribunal practice and procedure:
• Consideration of extended appeals;
• Approaches to evidence gathering and being a witness; and
• Mediation.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 6: Writing effective reports for EHCPs (Health)
13TH OCTOBER 2026, 4:00PM – 5:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 6: Writing effective reports for EHCPs (Health)
This session will cover :
Preparing effective reports; scrutinising and evaluating professional evidence of others in EHC Plans.n overview of Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010.
Duties on schools and education providers.
Duty to make reasonable adjustments.
Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities
21ST OCTOBER 2026, 10:00AM – 11:30AM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities
These sessions are designed for Parent Carers & Family Representatives.
Purpose:
– Increase understanding of transitional safeguarding and MCA
– Provide accessible information about rights, safeguards, and processes
– Enable informed engagement in decision-making
– Improve understanding of professional responsibilities in relation to the MCA and deprivation of liberty
Sessions will be tailored to be clear, practical, and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for all participants.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 7: Attending tribunal as a witness
22ND OCTOBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 7: Attending tribunal as a witness
This session will cover :
What type of witness am I?
Witness statements.
Preparing for and attending Tribunal.
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
27TH OCTOBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 28TH OCTOBER 2026, 10:00AM-1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This training consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 8: Regulation 6 – Role of the ICB
3RD NOVEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 8: Regulation 6 – Role of the ICB
This session will cover :
Overview of health-related sections in an EHC Plan.
Role of the ICB in annual reviews.
Role of the ICB in First-tier Tribunal appeals.
Eastern Region EHCP Moderation Learning Session
3RD NOVEMBER 2026, 1:00PM – 3:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region EHCP Moderation Learning Session
Free regional EHCP moderation session with Invision360
Activity: As a group, reflect on the EHCPs and the Invision360 completed audit summaries. Together, examine the three EHCPs that have already been audited (Gold / Silver / Bronze). Discuss the reasoning behind why gradings were applied and work towards achieving greater consistency in understanding what constitutes a ‘good’ EHCP.
Outcome: Consistent understanding for each section of an EHCP, with regards to what constitutes strong output.
Reserve your place today!
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 9: Parental responsibility/voice of the child
5TH NOVEMBER 2026, 4:00PM – 5:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 9: Parental responsibility/voice of the child etc – when parents disagree or child/parent disagrees
This session will cover :
Approach to the views, wishes, and feelings of the child/young person and their parent(s).
Differing parental voices.
Role of alternative persons.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 10: Ceasing to maintain EHCPs
10TH NOVEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 10: Ceasing to maintain EHCPs
This session will cover :
How and in what circumstances can an EHC Plan be ceased?
Other scenarios in which a LA’s responsibility to maintain a Plan stops.
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
16TH NOVEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 17TH NOVEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 session
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 11: Flexible session – responding to White Paper developments, regional needs
19TH NOVEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 11: Flexible session – responding to White Paper developments, regional needs etc.
This session will be a flexible session, looking at responding to White Paper developments, regional needs etc.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 12: Personal Budgets & Direct Payments
26TH NOVEMBER 2026, 4:00PM – 5:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 12: Personal Budgets & Direct Payments
This session will cover :
An introduction to Personal Budgets and how they can be used to facilitate provisions within an EHC Plan.
Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector
26TH NOVEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector
These sessions are designed for Partner/Voluntary Workers, for example, Children’s Residential Homes, SEND provisions, provisions involved in transitions
The session covers responsibilities under the MCA/DoL but also link this to SEND CoP and the Children Homes Regulations and CQC Regulations
Eastern Region Parent Carer Forum Workshops: An Introduction to the MCA & DoL for Parent Carer Representatives
30TH NOVEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 11:30AM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Forum Workshops: An Introduction to the MCA & DoL for Parent Carer Representatives
These sessions are designed for Parent Carer Representatives.
Purpose:
– To build sustainable capacity by enabling participants to:
– Support parent carers and peer networks
– Cascade knowledge effectively
– Direct parent/carers to relevant information in this area
– Improve their understanding of the MCA and the rights of the person, the rights of families and professional responsibilities in this area.
– Have a general understanding of deprivation of liberty and how this applies to children and adults
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 13: Social Care Reforms and the overlap with SEND Reform
1ST DECEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 13: Social Care Reforms and the overlap with SEND Reform
This session will cover :
Overview of current position and horizon scanning of reform programmes in social care.
Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: SEND Fundamentals
8TH DECEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: SEND Fundamentals
This session will cover :
What does the law say about SEND and how this should be delivered?
Eastern Region Global Majority Reflective Space
11TH DECEMBER 2026, 10:00am-12:00pm
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Part of the Eastern Region’s Commitment to Anti-Racist Practice
We warmly invite Global Majority colleagues from all 11 local authorities across the Eastern Region to join an online reflective space, supported and facilitated by a qualified psychotherapist. This is our sixth session, following previous successful events. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with attendees agreeing that this is a valued and much-needed space.
This space is reserved exclusively for our Global Majority colleagues.
These sessions provide a safe and supportive environment to share experiences and reflect on feelings.
Connect with peers across the region. Reserve your place today!
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
21ST DECEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 22ND DECEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
7TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 8TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: What makes a good EHCP?
12TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: What makes a good EHCP?
This session will cover :
Details of what each decision making stage means, formulation of EHCP, multi-agency working, and working with families.
Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
12TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 13TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Senior Managers and will focus on:
– Oversight of complex cases
– Supporting triage decision-making processes
– Quality assurance of MCA assessments and applications
– Leadership responsibilities in safeguarding transitions
– Risk management and governance
– These sessions will ensure leaders are equipped to support frontline decision-making, provide oversight, and maintain quality standards.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 1: An Introduction to Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010
14TH JANUARY 2027, 4:00PM – 5:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 1: An Introduction to Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010
This session will cover :
An overview of Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010.
Duties on schools and education providers.
Duty to make reasonable adjustments.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 2: Parental responsibility/voice of the child
19TH JANUARY 2027, 4:00PM – 5:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 2: Parental responsibility/voice of the child
This session will cover :
Approach to the views, wishes, and feelings of the child/young person and their parent(s).
Differing parental voices.
Role of alternative persons
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 3: Annual Reviews
28TH JANUARY 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 3: Annual Reviews
This session will cover :
An overview of the process and procedure behind annual reviews.
Consultations with settings.
Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities
3RD FEBRUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 11:30AM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities
These sessions are designed for Parent Carers & Family Representatives.
Purpose:
– Increase understanding of transitional safeguarding and MCA
– Provide accessible information about rights, safeguards, and processes
– Enable informed engagement in decision-making
– Improve understanding of professional responsibilities in relation to the MCA and deprivation of liberty
Sessions will be tailored to be clear, practical, and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for all participants.
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
8TH FEBRUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 9TH FEBRUARY 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 4: Transition
9TH FEBRUARY 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 4: Transition
This session will cover :
Phase transfers and transitions from children’s to adult services.
Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector
25TH FEBRUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector
This session will cover :
These sessions are designed for Partner/Voluntary Workers, for example, Children’s Residential Homes, SEND provisions, provisions involved in transitions
The session covers responsibilities under the MCA/DoL but also link this to SEND CoP and the Children Homes Regulations and CQC Regulations
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 5: Post 16 considerations
25TH FEBRUARY 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 5: Post 16 considerations
This session will cover :
Overview of post-16 transitions, FE colleges, and Care Act 2014.
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
2ND MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 3RD MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: Tribunals
2ND MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: Tribunals
This session will cover :
The First-tier Tribunal (‘SENDIST’) –introduction to Tribunal practice and procedure:
• Consideration of extended appeals;
• Approaches to evidence gathering and being a witness; and
• Mediation.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 6: Deputyship and LPAs
4TH MARCH 2027, 4:00PM – 5:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 6: Deputyship and LPAs
This session will cover :
An introduction to deputyship orders and attorneyships (LPAs); brief overview of the Court of Protection/DoLS.
Eastern Region Parent Carer Forum Workshops: An Introduction to the MCA & DoL for Parent Carer Representatives
9TH MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 11:30AM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Forum Workshops: An Introduction to the MCA & DoL for Parent Carer Representatives
These sessions are designed for Parent Carer Representatives.
Purpose:
To build sustainable capacity by enabling participants to:
– Support parent carers and peer networks
– Cascade knowledge effectively
– Direct parent/carers to relevant information in this area
– Improve their understanding of the MCA and the rights of the person, the rights of families and professional responsibilities in this area.
– Have a general understanding of deprivation of liberty and how this applies to children and adults
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 7: Writing effective reports for EHCPs (Health)
9TH MARCH 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 7: Writing effective reports for EHCPs (Health)
This session will cover :
Preparing effective reports; scrutinising and evaluating professional evidence of others in EHC Plans.
Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
16TH MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 17TH MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 session.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Senior Managers and will focus on:
– Oversight of complex cases
– Supporting triage decision-making processes
– Quality assurance of MCA assessments and applications
– Leadership responsibilities in safeguarding transitions
– Risk management and governance
These sessions will ensure leaders are equipped to support frontline decision-making, provide oversight, and maintain quality standards.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 8: Attending tribunal as a witness
16TH MARCH 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 8: Attending tribunal as a witness
This session will cover :
What type of witness am I?
Witness statements.
Preparing for and attending Tribunal.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 9: Regulation 6 – Role of the ICB
23RD MARCH 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 9: Regulation 6 – Role of the ICB
This session will cover :
Overview of health-related sections in an EHC Plan.
Role of the ICB in annual reviews.
Role of the ICB in First-tier Tribunal appeals.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 10: Ceasing to maintain EHCPs
25TH MARCH 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 10: Ceasing to maintain EHCPs
This session will cover :
How and in what circumstances can an EHC Plan be ceased?
Other scenarios in which a LA’s responsibility to maintain a Plan stops
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 11: Personal Budgets & Direct Payments
6TH APRIL 2027, 4:00PM – 5:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 11: Personal Budgets & Direct Payments
This session will cover :
An introduction to Personal Budgets and how they can be used to facilitate provisions within an EHC Plan.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 12: Flexible session – responding to White Paper developments, regional needs
8TH APRIL 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 12: Flexible session – responding to White Paper developments, regional needs etc.
This session will be a Flexible session – responding to White Paper developments, regional needs etc.
Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 13: Social Care Reforms and overlap with SEND Reform
13TH APRIL 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 13: Social Care Reforms and overlap with SEND Reform
This session will cover :
Overview of current position and horizon scanning of reform programmes in social care.
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
19TH APRIL 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 20TH APRIL 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
5TH MAY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 6TH MAY 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights & Professional Responsibilities
12TH MAY 2027, 10:00AM – 11:30AM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities
These sessions are designed for Parent Carers & Family Representatives.
Purpose:
– Increase understanding of transitional safeguarding and MCA
– Provide accessible information about rights, safeguards, and processes
– Enable informed engagement in decision-making
– Improve understanding of professional responsibilities in relation to the MCA and deprivation of liberty
Sessions will be tailored to be clear, practical, and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for all participants.
Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector
13TH MAY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector
This session will cover :
These sessions are designed for Partner/Voluntary Workers, for example, Children’s Residential Homes, SEND provisions, provisions involved in transitions
The session covers responsibilities under the MCA/DoL but also link this to SEND CoP and the Children Homes Regulations and CQC Regulations
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
2ND JUNE 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 3RD JUNE 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights & Professional Responsibilities
6TH JULY 2027, 10:00AM – 11:30AM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities
These sessions are designed for Parent Carers & Family Representatives.
Purpose:
– Increase understanding of transitional safeguarding and MCA
– Provide accessible information about rights, safeguards, and processes
– Enable informed engagement in decision-making
– Improve understanding of professional responsibilities in relation to the MCA and deprivation of liberty
Sessions will be tailored to be clear, practical, and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for all participants.
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
8TH JULY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 9TH JULY 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations
Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
5TH AUGUST 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 6TH AUGUST 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 session.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Senior Managers and will focus on:
– Oversight of complex cases
– Supporting triage decision-making processes
– Quality assurance of MCA assessments and applications
– Leadership responsibilities in safeguarding transitions
– Risk management and governance
These sessions will ensure leaders are equipped to support frontline decision-making, provide oversight, and maintain quality standards.
Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
11TH AUGUST 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 12TH AUGUST 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM
FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION
Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2
This workshop consists of 2 sessions.
These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations


