National Autistic Society
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We are here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. Messages not accepted. Contact us via our other channels.
United Kingdom
Joined October 2009
We alongside, @Mencap_charity and @MindCharity believe the rights of thousands of disabled people, especially those who cannot speak up, challenge decisions, or seek help when things go wrong, have been put at risk by the proposed changes in this case. We will continue to speak
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We’d rather listen to people who really know what support a child needs during exams – the child themselves, their families and the school staff working with them. Reasonable adjustments like extra time in exams are about making society fairer for disabled children and young
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Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, an opportunity to talk about mental health and consider how, together, we can help everyone have better mental health. We have lots of advice and guidance about mental health and wellbeing on our website, including information, ways to seek help
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Our #100MilesInOctober challenge starts today 🎉! Good luck to everyone taking part. Make sure to share your photos and tag us in your posts so we can see the amazing activities you’re taking part in. #TeamAutism 💜
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This week, our community has come together in force. 25,000 of you have signed the open letter to say #TruthItMatters. Together, we're changing the narrative. Join us - and invite your friends and family: https://t.co/hrau8lMEMR
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Two days ago, we asked you to stand with us against misinformation. The response has been overwhelming. 20,000 of you have already signed - thank you for showing no one has to fight this alone. Will you share this and show others that #TruthItMatters? https://t.co/pEFy3gYDLq
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Thank you @barackobama for speaking up for the truth. We’re building a force to push back on baseless claims about autism and 15,000 people have joined us in less than 36hrs. Truth. It Matters. Autistic people deserve better Sign our open letter: https://t.co/CHW0LQQRkw
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Our open letter has been signed by over 10,000 people in just 24 hours! Yesterday we launched a campaign to fight back about inaccurate and damaging claims about autism. Thank you to everyone who is making their voice heard. Truth. It matters to you – and it matters to us.
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Truth. It matters to us – and we know it matters to you. We won’t let baseless claims distract us from the real issues autistic people are facing. Autistic people deserve better. Will you sign the #TruthItMatters open letter today? https://t.co/rYCwalFznh
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The @MHRAgovuk confirm that taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children. Read more in their latest update. ➡️ https://t.co/spDMDMVEYS
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Let's be clear – painkillers do not cause autism and vaccines do not cause autism. Large-scale studies have shown that there is no robust, scientific evidence to support this claim. It’s nothing more than fearmongering. This is dangerous, it's anti-science and it's
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The new autumn issue of Your Autism magazine is now available! This time you’ll find: 🌟 Peter and Kevin’s stories from our Belfast Centre 💼 Rosie Weldon’s tips on thriving at work 📚 Expert advice on getting support in school If you’re a member, your copy will be on its way
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The @CommonsEd is clear – the SEND system is broken and unsustainable. Autistic young people and their families desperately need reform so they can get the education they need and deserve. The committee provides achievable steps to fixing the system and the Government should
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knows how important it is when others respond with kindness. Whether it’s offering help or simply giving them the space and time they need, these small acts of understanding have a big impact. You can help create that change too. Visit our pledge wall to share how you’ll show
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A SEND Day Of Action is taking place in Westminster, London today in anticipation of the government’s forthcoming reform of the special educational needs and disability system. #FightForOrdinary
It’s time to fix the SEND system. Because there’s nothing ‘special’ about an education that works for all of us. Today parents are taking the #FightForOrdinary to Parliament.
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Take on our #100MilesInOctober challenge and get fundraising rewards while you get moving! 🏃🏽 Sign up and you’ll receive a FREE t-shirt and tracker - you can even earn yourself an exclusive beanie hat, water bottle and medal! However you choose to complete your miles, you’ll
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The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm. Compatible mobile phones and tablets will receive an alert, make a loud siren-like sound and vibrate. You will not need to take any action. The Emergency Alerts system is an important
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The latest LeDeR Review highlights the barriers we know many autistic people face when getting help from the NHS, including a lack of understanding about autistic people’s needs, inadequate autism training for staff and insufficient referrals to specialist services. The report
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We are unaware of any evidence at all that backs up Richard Tice’s random assertion. Nor are we aware of Reform having a policy on special educational needs and disabilities. (1/3)
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Registration for our #100MilesInOctober challenge is now open! 🎉 Walk, run, swim or cycle, it’s your miles, your way. Choose your favourite and help support autistic people and their families. Every mile counts! https://t.co/SzvI5FjIs6
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