In order to ensure that animal diseases are not imported controls are in place which rely primarily on imported animals being accompanied by health certification and being subject to post-import veterinary inspection. Implementation of import regulations is the responsibility of the port authority into which the animals are imported.

An education, health and care (EHC) plan is for children and young people aged up to 25 who need more support than is available through special educational needs support. EHC plans identify educational, health and social needs and set out the additional support to meet those needs.

The assessment of special educational needs may be considered when a child has severe or complex educational needs for which additional resources, or alternative provision may be required to meet their needs.

The local authority seeks to meet special educational needs in local mainstream schools, or at a school or unit which has additional resources to meet particular needs.

The local education authority sometimes provide free home to school transport for a child with special educational needs. Eligibility is based on assessment of individual need.

Libraries may provide a range of services to meet the requirements of those with special needs. These may include talking books, Braille resources, large print, home library service , accessible computers etc.

If you are unable to afford to buy a home suitable for your needs, you may be able to apply for a special needs capital grant.