Autism and disability news

Published on December 7, 2023

How assistance dogs can make a big difference at university

A group of assistance dogs of various ages and training levels

BBC Young Reporter Competition winner Millie is raising awareness about the support dogs offer as well as the challenges faces. Millie is autistic and lives with chronic pain and anxiety.

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Manx disability charity's activity scheme given £76k cash boost

An adult and child from the charity on a boat

A £76,000 boost will allow an activity scheme for children with disabilities to be extended to all school holidays, a charity project has said.

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North Yorkshire Council autism open days begin as part of new strategy

An adult wearing a Sunflower lanyard

A series of open days have been announced as part of a council consultation aiming to create a new strategy to help people with autism.

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Glasgow Full Circle Bakes owner says autism and ADHD diagnosis changed her life for the better

Jacky Stabler was diagnosed with autism and ADHD as an adult.

The owner of a Glasgow bakery has opened up on her experience living with autism. 

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University Challenge: Christmas episode axed after ableism complaints

University Challenge logo

An episode of Christmas University Challenge has been pulled after two contestants complained about a lack of provision for their disabilities.

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