YOUNG PEOPLE WITH AUTISM

Early day motion 1773, tabled 29 June 2009 by Paul Holmes (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 80 members.

That this House notes the recent publication of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Autism's report on the transition from children's to adult services for young people with autism; further notes the report's conclusion that despite pockets of good practice across the UK transition services are still failing most young people with autism; recognises that these failings lead to a waste of talent, lives and money; further recognises the steps the Government has taken to address this situation; and calls on the Government to implement all the report's recommendations to improve outcomes for this vulnerable group.

Signatures by party: Labour 35, Liberal Democrat 26, Conservative 7, DUP 5, Independent 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Plaid Cymru 1, Respect 1.