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Autism: Diagnosis

Asked by Sir Julian SmithConservativeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 7 September 2026UIN 20007

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if she will take steps to ensure that all autism assessments result in a detailed report of the assessment, to allow sufficient evidence for a second opinion.

Answered by Department of Health and Social Care

The Hon Member has highlighted a number of key issues for the Department which cannot adequately be summarised in a single answer. However, he can find regular updates on that work by following our news feed on the GOV.UK website, or by attending sessions of departmental questions.

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