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The proposal for new provision for up to 16 children at Barrowford Primary is out to consultation. It is part of Lancashire County Council’s plans to create 24 of the units, split equally across the primary and secondary sectors. Another is proposed for St Leonard’s Church of England Primary School in Padiham. The Barrowford scheme has alarmed nearby residents and local ward Independent Cllr Ken Turner. They are concerned that the new SEN unit will create extra traffic and congestion on Rushton Street where the school is located. A spokesman for Lancashire County Council said: “We have identified a need for more school places for children with special educational needs in the Nelson and Colne area, and are currently holding a six-week consultation on the proposal for a unit with places for up to 16 children to be established at Barrowford Primary School from September 2021.