Autism and disability news

Published on February 8, 2024

South shields cafe which employs autistic staff faces closure

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Sea Change staff

A cafe which employs autistic people and those with learning difficulties faces closure due to rising costs. 


Access all: The disability action plan explained

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BBC: Access all

Listen to the podcast explaining the recently announced Disability Action Plan. 


Night of Ambitious returns for 2024

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Greg Wallace and Jolanta Lasota at Night of Ambition

TalkTalk is hosting its national fundraiser, Night of Ambition for the charity Ambitious about Autism. 


Disco 'for and by' adults with learning disabilities praised as safe and joyful place to socialise

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A club event "for and by" adults with disabilities in Belfast city centre has been praised as a safe and joyful place for everyone to enjoy nightlife in safe company.


Representation matters: 2 new fantastic ambassadors announced

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Travis George

Actor and Britain’s Got Talent star Travis George has become an ambassador for Ambitious about Autism – the national charity for autistic children and young people.

Olly and Sally Phillips were also announced as the latest patrons for the The Down’s Syndrome Association.


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