26 May 2005
Dear Sir
Martin Bright highlights how the Government’s controversial Anti Social Behaviour Orders can lead to discrimination towards children with autism (Children with autism the target of Asbos, 22 May).
Children with an autistic spectrum disorder need proper understanding and support to help them acquire practical and social skills. Any targeting of these children, if they do not appear to conform, must not be tolerated. Society must have a greater understanding of their needs.
It is vital that current legislation be re-examined to ensure that children with an autistic spectrum disorder have their basic human rights protected.
Hazel Morgan, Co-Director of the Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities, Sea Containers House, 20 Upper Ground, London, SE1 9QB. Tel: 020 7803 1140. Email: hmorgan@fpld.org.uk
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