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We champion the rights and interests of all people with autism and aim to provide individuals with autism and their families with help, support and services that they can access, trust and rely upon and which can make a positive difference to their lives.

Our website includes information about autism and Asperger syndrome, the NAS and its services and activities.

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read the full story on Your thoughts on the new Employment and Support Allowance
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Your thoughts on the new Employment and Support Allowance
The National Autistic Society is conducting research into a new benefit called Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). We are looking for adults with autism who have applied for ESA (and carers) to be involved in research.

read the full story on LEGOŽ helps social development of children with autism
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LEGOŽ helps social development of children with autism
The National Autistic Society (NAS) and LEGOŽ UK welcome independent research published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders which demonstrates LEGO toys may be able to help children who have autism (including Asperger syndrome), overcome social interaction difficulties.

read the full story on Help for banking families: Investing in Brighter Futures
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Help for banking families: Investing in Brighter Futures
We are working in partnership with The Bankers Benevolent Fund to support people affected by autism in the banking community in the UK. If you work in the banking industry and have a child with autism, you can apply for a tailored support package.