Autism news (7th-13th July)

Published on July 13, 2023

Neurodiversity in the workplace: why office life isnt for everyone

HR Magazine 07/07/23

Illustration of brains representing neurodiversity

Jeremy Hunt talks about how remote or hybrid working often works better for neurodiverse employes.


Sale man takes on 220-mile challenge for autistic charity 

Messenger 09/07/23

Ed Billingham cycling

A man from Sale has taken on a 220-mile bike ride challege to raise money for Ambitious About Autism. 


'We were inundated': creating pioneering homes for autistic young adults

The Guardian 10/07/23

The lawrence family pursuaded their council
to buy a 6-acre site to turn into a 10-bed home
with specialised care

The Simon Trust helps families create specialised recidences for their adult children with highly complex needs.


Education, inclusion and learning to embrace the individual

Politics Home 12/07/23

Protesters gathers in Parliament Square
calling for SEND reform

This is an opinion piece by Ellie Costello, a parent, campaigner and author. She discusses the struggles that SEND parents face. 


Cat Burns on autism, ADHD and a lack of research

BBC news 13/07/23

Cat Burns

Cat Burns, the 23 year old singer, opens up about her recent ADHD and autism diagnosis. 

"So once I got my autism diagnosis that helped me understand myself and just how much I've had to do in order to get to where I am."