How we help Get support Education, Health and Care plans Appealing to the SEND Tribunal Appeals against a refusal to issue an EHC plan If a local authority refuses to issue an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan after carrying out an EHC needs assessment, this decision can be appealed to the SEND Tribunal. We have created a refusal to issue pack which gives a detailed guide to bringing a refusal to issue appeal. Refusal to issue pack If you can’t find the answer to your question, you can book an appointment to speak with us.