New National Autistic Society (NAS) figures released to coincide with World Autism Awareness Day today show that more people in the UK are aware of autism than ever before. But
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Scottish charity Quarriers are stepping up awareness of their campaign on learning disability hate crime by encouraging people to sign a pledge on their website to show their support. The
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This statutory guidance shows how local authorities and NHS organisations should carry out their responsibilities under the Autism Act 2009 to develop services that support and meet the needs of
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Too many children and adults are continuing to go into mental health hospitals and stay there unnecessarily despite the Government promising to change this in light of the Winterbourne View
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A new study by researchers from Goldsmiths and City University found parents in the UK are waiting up to three and a half years to receive a diagnosis that their
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A University of West London (UWL) academic has published two new textbooks about learning disability nursing practice. Professor Bob Gates from INSPIRE at UWL, has worked with colleagues and people
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The first release in a new monthly data series of learning disability services statistics has been published today by the Health and Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC). The Assuring Transformation
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A care home for adults with learning disabilities in Clackmannanshire has been praised by Scotland’s social care regulator. The Care Inspectorate graded ARK Alloa Care Home “excellent” for all quality
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A Highland respite home which provides short-term breaks for adults with learning disabilities has been closed amid a police investigation. The six-bed Beachview Lodge Respite Unit in Brora was shut
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‘No voice unheard, no right ignored’ is a Department of Health consultation for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. The consultation explores options on issues such as
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