March 2016

People who are unable to make decisions for themselves because they lack mental capacity must have access to independent representation in court hearings about their personal liberty, the Court of Protection has said.
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Motorway services operator Welcome Break has installed Changing Places toilets at a number of its services to ensure that anyone who would need the help of a carer to go to the toilet now has suitable facilities.
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A new integrated autism service will be launched this year to improve support services for children, young people and adults in Wales.
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A school in Cheadle has been using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) with young people with autism to change their lives and those of their families.
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US scientists have used electronic medical records to verify a suspected link between autistic children and mothers with obesity and diabetes.
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The government’s decision to ignore pleas from the House of Lords to halt cuts to the Work Related Activity Group (WRAG) of Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) marks “a step backwards for disabled people”, according to the Disability…
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A project has been awarded £10 million grant to enhance the employment prospects of people with learning disabilities, including autism in Wales.
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The vast majority of adults with learning disabilities and their parent carers are experiencing mental health issues such as depression and anxiety due to cuts in services, a new small-scale survey has found.
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The House of Commons voted against an amendment voted for by the House of Lords asking for a wide-ranging impact assessment on the impact of cutting the Work Related Activity Group of Employment and Support Allowance by £30 per week.
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Changes are needed to ensure people with learning disabilities can move out of inpatient facilities when they are assessed as being able to – and are not kept resident for months or even years while a suitable package of support is…
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