February 2016

A dyslexia charity has called for employers to make reasonable adjustments in the workplace for employees with dyslexia, following the recent disability discrimination case of a Starbucks worker.
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A Program of Excellence has been established to develop treatments for children with CDKL5, a rare X-chromosome-linked genetic disorder that causes severe neuro-developmental impairment and early-onset, difficult-to-control seizures.
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The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has announced it will stage a third relaxed performance of Matilda The Musical on June 12.
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Employment tribunals and other bodies have been reminded of their duty to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate claimants' disabilities, following the conclusion of a case in the Employment Appeal Tribunal.
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Specialised dance classes for children on the autism spectrum in South and Southwest London have been expanded thanks to a funding boost from a charity.
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The Anti-Bullying Alliance has launched new resources for school staff to help tackle the homophobic, biphobic and transphobic bullying of disabled young people and those with special educational needs.
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Children with learning and/or physical disabilities from several London boroughs had the opportunity to play tennis at an annual event held at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London recently.
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A campaign that aims to get more people with autism into employment has been launched by a national autism charity.
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Fantasy adventure films Goosebumps and Capture the Flag lead the Autism Friendly Films line-up for February, service provider Dimensions has announced.
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Subtle brain differences have been identified in adult males with autism spectrum disorder, thanks to research using novel brain imaging technology.
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