FOI Request - SEN Direct Payments

Request 101003066594

I am doing a report on the amount of money being given in direct payments to the families of children with special educational needs (SEN). Please could you provide me with the following information.
1a) In 2016, How many children with SENs were supported by the council providing 'direct payments' to their parents/guardians?
1b) In 2021, How many children with SENs were supported by the council providing 'direct payments' to their parents/guardians?
2a) In 2016, What was the total amount paid out by the council in 'direct payments' for children with SENs?
2b) In 2021, What was the total amount paid out by the council in 'direct payments' for children with SENs?
3a) In 2016, What was the council's full budget for SEN provision?
3b) In 2021, What was the council's full budget for SEN provision?

Clarification sought 01-06-2022

No clarification received therefore request closed 03-08-2022