DLA benefits changes - what does it mean regarding autism?

You can also see the joint statement we released with other charities this morning, here -

http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/news-from-the-nas/charities-call-for-pause-to-welfare-rights-bill.aspx

Hi Wendy,

Whilst it's very uncertain at the moment we did produce a report 'Who Benefits' looking into the proposed changes to DLA and how that may affect people with autism.

There's a section for the report on the following page, including information on contacting your MP to discuss proposed changes -
http://www.autism.org.uk/whobenefits

You may also want to look at some of the coverage in the press in recent days. The Guardian have a story up today that looks at how one with children who have autism may be affected -
http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2012/jan/16/welfare-reform-terrified-families-worst