Autistic individuals in the UK are enduring severe challenges due to a failing system, according to a new report from the National Autistic Society. Authored by autistic staff, the report highlights inequalities in health and…

Three charities supporting autistic people and their families are set to benefit from the National Autistic Society’s annual Boshier Grant Scheme. Brook Young People, Restraint Reduction Network, and Surrey Minority Ethnic Forum will receive funding…

The Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) has introduced best practice guidance to help the adult social care workforce address inequalities faced by individuals with learning disabilities and autistic people. The project explores key challenges…

A new report from the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has revealed severe failings in the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, leaving families without adequate support and pushing nearly half of England’s councils towards…

New research reveals that over 60 million people worldwide were living with autism in 2021, making it one of the top ten causes of non-fatal health burden for those under 20. This equates to an…

New research highlights the direct link between staff psychological wellbeing and the quality of support provided to individuals with learning disabilities. Published in the Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, the study systematically reviewed…

A new guide has been published to help practitioners use human rights principles to improve decision-making and outcomes for young autistic people and those with learning disabilities. Commissioned by the Local Government Association in collaboration…

Canadian scientists have identified a gene, DDX53, as a contributor to autism, marking a significant step forward in genetic research on the condition. The discovery, published in The American Journal of Human Genetics, highlights the…

Adults in Oxfordshire awaiting an autism diagnosis could face delays of up to 18 years, as the county's main diagnostic service struggles to cope with demand. The Oxfordshire Adult Autism Diagnostic and Support Service (OAADSS)…

Over the past year, nearly 3.8 million people sought help from NHS mental health, learning disability, and autism services – a rise of almost 40% compared to pre-pandemic levels. Recent NHS data reveals that 3,790,826…

Autistica, a leading autism research charity, has launched a free app called the Tips Hub, designed to provide reliable advice to autistic individuals, their families, and professionals working in the field. The app addresses concerns…

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) has been commended by NHS England for its innovative approach to addressing elective care waiting lists for patients with learning disabilities. Through targeted initiatives, the Trust has prioritised…