The Nuffield Trust has reported a significant surge in the need for autism assessments and ADHD treatments in England, surpassing the National Health Service's (NHS) ability to deliver timely care. Since 2019, there's been a…

Recent research has revealed that expenditure on school transport for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England has nearly doubled in five years. Local authorities are expected to spend £1.4bn in 2023-24,…

Disability advocacy groups are calling on the government to boost funding for adult social care and raise the pay for care workers to improve the hiring and retention of staff. This plea follows the release…

The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt recently presented the 2024 Spring Budget, focusing on stimulating economic growth. However, disability advocates argue it neglects the needs of millions, including disabled individuals and unpaid carers. Despite a £105m boost…

A new initiative called ‘Autistic and OK’ has been unveiled by a coalition of charitable foundations, focusing on improving mental health and reducing absenteeism among autistic students in state secondary schools. Studies indicate that out…

A survey by Oak Tree Mobility reveals that 25% of disabled and elderly UK residents avoid public transport due to poor accessibility. The study highlights several obstacles, including difficulties in boarding trains (60%), accessing stations…

NHS Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard has unveiled the nationwide implementation of "Martha's Rule" across NHS hospitals in England, a policy designed to empower patients and their families with the ability to request an immediate reassessment…

A new, innovative “Buddies Project”, spearheaded by Bild, the Restraint Reduction Network (RRN), and Reach Out, has been introduced to connect individuals with learning disabilities and autism in mental health hospitals with mentors who have…

The Palace of Westminster has welcomed six new employees with Down’s syndrome as part of an innovative programme. Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle hailed their employment as a significant and overdue step. With less than 5%…

Jefferson House, a Winsford-based independent school specialising in one-to-one teaching for boys aged 11-18 with complex needs, has achieved an 'outstanding' rating in their latest Ofsted visit. Owned by Your Chapter and part of the…

Construction is underway at Prior’s Court for a unique arts centre, the Let Me Shine Performing Arts Centre, designed specifically for autistic young people with complex needs. This innovative facility, located in Berkshire, is transforming…

A new report from Ofsted reveals that over 90% of local authorities in England struggle to find suitable homes for children with complex needs, often leading to prolonged waits for a stable placement. Children often…