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We champion the rights and interests of all people with autism and aim to provide individuals with autism and their families with help, support and services that they can access, trust and rely upon and which can make a positive difference to their lives.

Our website includes information about autism and Asperger syndrome, the NAS and its services and activities.

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read the full story on Stars Shine for Autism 2009
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Stars Shine for Autism 2009
After the enormous success of our last Stars Shine for Autism gala evening, we are delighted to announce details of the 2009 event in the company of our President, Jane Asher, and featuring a performance by the award-winning tenor Alfie Boe.

read the full story on Your thoughts on the new Employment and Support Allowance
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Your thoughts on the new Employment and Support Allowance
The National Autistic Society is conducting research into a new benefit called Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). We are looking for adults with autism who have applied for ESA (and carers) to be involved in research.

read the full story on LEGOŽ helps social development of children with autism
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LEGOŽ helps social development of children with autism
The National Autistic Society (NAS) and LEGOŽ UK welcome independent research published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders which demonstrates LEGO toys may be able to help children who have autism (including Asperger syndrome), overcome social interaction difficulties.