Jacqui Brett, one of our Neurodevelopmental Diagnosticiand, has had two articles published recently: Occupation and ageing: Beyond walking frames and shower stools. Original article, later edition featured in RCOT, OT News, February/March edition 2026, pages 35-37 Beyond bike riding: The…

Today, the Government published its plans for how it will reform the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system. Reforms are much needed and have been long promised. But rumours and leaks have caused a lot of anxiety for families…

Following further leaks in the media in recent days, we expect the Government to finally publish its plans for SEND reform this week. We know the government wants an emphasis on early support in mainstream schools, but reform must not…

The assessment crisis needs action – right now We know there are hundreds of thousands of people waiting for an autism and/or ADHD assessment. Many desperately need help. Yet they are waiting years. That’s years of not getting the right…

We expect the Government to announce its long-awaited plans to reform the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system very soon. In a new blog, our Chief Executive sets out our five principles for effective reform. If the white paper…

We wanted to share this picture from the Pokémon European International Championship 2026, which Calvin attended this weekend at Excel London. Share This Post:

Penguins and Pigeons: A Bird’s Tale: A story and activity book that helps children understand and appreciate neurodivergent experiences. by Jacqui Brett Every child deserves to feel seen and understood. When children understand their differences, they are better able to…

The Disabled Children’s Partnership and the charity Kids, campaign for better support for disabled children, young people and their families. This survey is for young disabled people aged 11-25 years, living in England. The government plan to reform the system…

Thank you to Dr Linda Buchan for the first Post-Diagnostic Support Group presentation of 2026, which was a discussion on “Neurodivergent Relationships”, preceded by a follow up on the House of Lords report and services offered by Axia.   The…

Background For many years, evidence has shown that autistic people and people with a learning disability have reduced life expectancy. In September 2025, minister Stephen Kinnock said, “The latest report shows that on average, people with a learning disability die…

23 January 2026 Joint statement: Today the Government has responded to the House of Lords’ report, ‘Time to deliver: the Autism Act and the new autism strategy’. As the autism charity sector, we stand together to say the Government’s response…

The Autism Workbook For Women: A post-diagnostic guide to self-understanding, including practical strategies to support your journey by Jacqui Brett Jacqui Brett, one of our Neurodevelopmental Diagnosticians here at Axia, wished to share the news that this resource is now…

In 2024, we Global Child and Maternal Health published the Black Child SEND Report and convened our first Black Child SEND Conference – bringing families, practitioners, and policymakers together to expose and evidence racial inequity within the SEND system. In…

Following on from the discussion at Wednesdays PDSG regarding the question of “why people seek a diagnosis”, we have included a form for people to complete regarding the NHS England information, for the House of Lords Committee. Our support team…

Thank you to Dr Linda Buchan for this months Post-Diagnostic Support Group presentation, which was a final catchup before Christmas. Linda was also joined by Elliot and Reece, the Anime Amigo Nerd Consultants for their tips on which computer games…

Calvin joined Nathan to donate huge amounts of supplies to the foodbank at the Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool yesterday, which the lovely Alison gratefully received from Axia and the Gamers Lodge. 😊 Lucy Ridley Neurodevelopmental Diagnostician, Safeguarding Lead and Therapy…

The NHS has published the Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Study, which shows that the prevalence of autistic adults in the UK remains at around one in 100 people. Our charity’s response is included below. NAS comment: Mel Merritt, Head of Policy…