The National Autistic Society Scotland is celebrating a major milestone after our Act Now for Autistic Rights petition surpassed its target of 1,000 signatures.

Thanks to the incredible support of autistic people, families, supporters and allies across Scotland, the petition received 1,187 signatures, sending a clear message to the Scottish Government that autistic people cannot wait any longer for change.

The campaign calls on the Scottish Government to take action to protect and strengthen the rights of autistic people across Scotland.

To mark the achievement, National Autistic Society Scotland staff and campaigners travelled to Edinburgh on 24 August 2026 and gathered outside Bute House, the official residence of Scotland's First Minister, John Swinney.

The visit provided an opportunity to celebrate reaching our petition goal and recognise the hard work of campaigners, supporters and everyone who helped share and promote the petition.

We would like to thank everyone who signed the petition, shared it with friends and family, or supported the campaign on social media. This achievement would not have been possible without your support.