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The Autism Bill

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Were the Autism Bill to become law, it would place a legal duty on local authorities in England to provide appropriate support and services for people with autism (including Asperger syndrome).

Since being introduced by Cheryl Gillan MP, the Bill has been discussed in Parliament and, most recently, in the House of Lords. The Government has also declared its support for the Bill.

Read more about the Autism Bill's progress to date below.


 

Autism Bill discussed for the first time in the House of Lords
On 10 July the Autism Bill had its second reading in the House of Lords. This means we are yet another step closer to England's first ever piece of autism-specific legislation.

Cheryl Gillan's Autism Bill passes crucial milestone
The Government has, for the first time, declared its support for what could be England's first Autism Bill. The NAS is celebrating the move as a vital development for people with autism, which could drive a dramatic improvement in services.

Autism Bill debated in Parliament
The Autism Bill was debated in Parliament for four hours on 27 February. This parliamentary time and support for autism from over 100 MPs is unprecedented.

Autism Bill: what the Government will do
Public and parliamentary support for Cheryl Gillan MP and the Autism Bill has been overwhelming. Here are full details of the Government's response.

Final Autism Bill: notes and queries
Find out more detail about the Autism Bill and what it could mean for people with autism and their families.

Autism Bill: countdown to the vote
Many MPs committed to attend the debate on the Autism Bill on 27 February 2009. Was your MP among them?

Read Phil Hope's speech at the Autism Bill second reading
Phil Hope MP, Minister for Care Services, had intended to reiterate the Government's recent commitments during the Second Reading of Cheryl Gillan's Autism Bill. However, the Minister was not able to complete his speech as a vote on the Bill was called. You can read the full speech here.

Autism Bill: partnership organisations
We are working with 14 other organisations on the Autism Bill.

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