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.

Training to ensure healthcare staff have skills to handle learning disabilities and autism

By Liz Wells 19 June 2025

The DHSC has published new guidance to ensure health and care staff have skills to provide care for people with a learning disability and autistic people.