Far too many autistic people don’t get the right healthcare and support – simply because too few NHS staff have received good autism training. Yesterday, in a debate in Parliament, the Minister for Care, Caroline Dinenage MP, committed to including…

Embrace Autistic Stimming | North Wales Autism Conference 2018 This was Sara’s speech, “Embrace the Autistic Stim,” at the 3rd Annual North Wales Autism Conference. She says: “It was such an honour and privilege to be invited to talk about…

Recognising the most influential disabled people in the United Kingdom is an important step forward in breaking down barriers and promoting greater equality. The Disability Power 100 showcases and provides a platform for Britain’s most influential people with a disability…

Update from NHS England on the planning for the NHS 10 year plan News | 19/10/2018 After a lot of different meetings and feedback, including the 7 events we helped NHS England organise, they have shared an update on what…

A society that works for autistic people At the end of last month, we revealed our new brand including our new mission, vision and logo. Watch our President, Jane Asher, talk about our new logo and its close connection to…

Today is World Mental Health Day and we’re helping the World Health Organisation to raise awareness of mental health issues and mobilize efforts in support of better mental health. This year’s theme is young people and mental health in a…

Doctor Who fans have praised the show for the heart-breaking frustration behind Ryan Sinclair’s dyspraxia. Tilly Pearce Sunday 7 Oct 2018 8:12 pm The 19-year-old, played by Tosin Cole, is seen discussing on his YouTube channel the difficulties he faces…

Doctor Who boss reveals how Tosin Cole’s character Ryan is tackling an important issue “It’s important to see that heroes come in all shapes and sizes.”   By Morgan Jeffery 27 September 2018   Warning: This article contains mild spoilers…

Bravery award for autistic Tyler, 5, over 999 call after mother taken ill By Sam Russell, Press Association A five-year-old boy with autism dialled 999 and guided paramedics to his home after his mother fell unconscious while unpacking shopping. Charley-Anne…

Why we’ve rebranded Our ambassador, Chris Packham, our President, Jane Asher, and our CEO, Mark Lever, talk about our new look, vision and mission.  The National Autistic Society was founded 56 years ago, and since then we’ve changed what…

‘Extend in News’ – applications now open – deadline 8.10.18 Extend in News – A BBC News development initiative for journalists with disabilities This scheme is currently open for applications. Apply Now In BBC News, we aim to deliver the best…