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Kemi badenoch now against autistic children

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Hunnymonster1 · 14/10/2024 13:30

What is wrong with her? Just read that the children commision is saying average wait like to get diagnosed as autistic is 4 years.
So kemi banging on about how parents are pushing gor diagnosis because they see how much extra money etc autistic children get at school is wrong.
The fact is I woukd think judging by lbc many kids are not getting the support that they need.
So js this about her saying the conservatives need to save tax by not helping people or children with autism and mental health issues.
Bare in mind she said similar about maternity pay last week makes me think she's like Liz truss wants to cut alot of stuff
How the hell can anyone support this?
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/kemi-badenoch-autism-tory-leadership-buckland-b2628845.html

Kemi Badenoch faces backlash for ‘stigmatising’ autism

Tory leadership hopeful faces another row after endorsing report that suggested people with the condition get ‘economic advantages and protections’

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/kemi-badenoch-autism-tory-leadership-buckland-b2628845.html

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Frowningprovidence · 16/10/2024 14:54

AutismProf · 16/10/2024 13:20

You think LAs haven't stated repeatedly that they have insufficient funds? Lobbied government about it?

The problem is that local authorities have full responsibility to meet SEND needs, but don't get to set their budget to meet those needs. It's a ridiculous system that was never fit for purpose, but a clever move by government who just point the finger at the local authorities that they have thrown under the bus budget -wise.

Yes I think its true that LAs have been given legal responsibility for something they have no means to deliver.

I also think major reform will mean weakening the current rights of those with disabilities. Very often reform means some groups end up with a better deal but others worse. It's all very very worrying. I have an expensive child so am concerned.

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