June 2025

The Learning Disability and Autism Leaders Awards took place last week. Meet the winners in the local communities section.
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Alan Booth, who is supported by the learning disability charity Hft, was recently invited to Buckingham Palace to attend the garden party in recognition of his work to improve his mental wellbeing.
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A new study found that autism was associated with increased risk of Parkinson's disease, even after adjusting for depression or antidepressant use and antipsychotic exposure.
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SeeAbility has produced a new video highlighting the importance of eye tests foe people with a learning disability.
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A review of the 2025 Spending Review and how budget decisions on public services will impact people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
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Advocacy plays a pivotal role in ensuring that individuals with learning disabilities have their voices heard and their rights upheld. Yet, when we think about advocacy, it's often statutory advocacy that comes to mind.
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It is hoped that the Mental Health Bill will be a significant step towards the reduction of over-hospitalising people with learning disabilities and autistic people. However, many believe more creative amendments are needed to achieve that…
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For almost half a century, educationalists have been striving to end segregation and ensure pupils with SEND are brought into the mainstream.
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A new poll from Carers UK for Carers Week found that 43% of current or former carers have had a mental or physical health condition develop or become worse since taking on caring responsibilities.
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A former social worker and University of Brighton student has developed a sensory sex education toolkit for people with learning disabilities.
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