Charity threatens legal action over autism and ADHD waits

Charity threatens legal action over autism and ADHD waits

By Lee Peart 02 October 2026

ADHD UK has threatened to take West Yorkshire ICB to court over its decision to impose a two-hour minimum wait for ADHD and autism assessments.

ICBs introduce up to two-year minimum waits for ADHD and autism assessments

By Lee Peart 29 September 2026

ICBs have introduced minimum waits of up to two years for ADHD and autism assessments, an investigation has revealed.

Least deprived areas see fastest rise in autism and ADHD benefits, analysis reveals

By Lee Peart 22 September 2026

The share of young people receiving benefits for ADHD and autism has increased the greatest in more prosperous areas, new analysis has revealed.

Local change, national impact

01 September 2025

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frederica-diamanta

Insight and Influence Lead

PO4 - £49,056 to 52,194

London (Greater)PO4 - £49,056 to 52,194

RECRUITER: Royal Borough of Greenwich

Supported Accommodation Officer x2 Posts (CDC)

Grade 7 - £29,542 - £32,578

Doncaster, South YorkshireGrade 7 - £29,542 - £32,578

RECRUITER: City Of Doncaster Council

Rehabilitation Officer / Worker Visual Impairment

£39,481 to £44,253 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Scarborough, North Yorkshire£39,481 to £44,253 per annum (pro rata for part time)

RECRUITER: North Yorkshire Council

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