Autism is one of the many hidden disabilities for which Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is paid
As the Department for Work and Pensions steps up its drive to get more people, including those with disabilities, into work, a report says that those with autism are included in the initiative. A leading charity has backed the move and says it wants to see twice as many autistic people in the workplace.
The new initiative has been launched by the Government to "spread opportunity, close the employment gap and grow the economy." Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Mel Stride has appointed Sir Robert Buckland KC MP to lead the review, which will consider how the Government can work with employers to help more autistic people realise their potential and get into work.
Some employers are already benefiting from a neurodiverse workforce, including London manufacturer KwickScreen. The company provides transparent screens to every UK hospital and played a vital role in the NHS response to the Covid pandemic. On a recent visit to their Lewisham base, the Minister and Sir Robert discovered many of the breakthrough initiatives in the company came from the neurodiverse members of the team.
Rt Hon Sir Robert Buckland KC MP added: "I am delighted to have been asked to lead this important Review. Our workplaces and businesses would benefit so much from the huge potential that autistic people represent. If we close the employment gap for autistic people, it will not just mean individual fulfilment but a significant boost to employment and productivity for our country."
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