DON'T WRITE ME OFF CAMPAIGN

Early day motion 112, tabled 19 November 2009 by Paul Rowen (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 102 members.

That this House recognises that 80 per cent. of people with autism on incapacity benefit want to work, yet only 15 per cent. are currently in full-time work; acknowledges that one-third are without access to either benefits or work; further recognises that the system is failing people with autism; agrees that all adults with autism should be supported to work when they can and be able to access benefits when they cannot work; urges the Government to lead the way with a national strategy that meets the employment needs of people with autism; congratulates the National Autistic Society for highlighting these issues in its campaign Don't Write Me Off; and calls for changes to make the system fair for people with autism.

Signatures by party: Labour 48, Liberal Democrat 33, Conservative 5, DUP 5, Plaid Cymru 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 3, Independent 2, Respect 1, Scottish National Party 1, UUP 1.