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Parents Anxious About Autism Needs Changes

Parents from Corby's Autism Support Group say they're worried about changes to special needs statements so they're meeting with the Minister for Children & Families.

Parents in Corby who are part of the town's Autism Support Group say they're worried about changes to special needs statements.

Next year they will be replaced by 'Education Health & Care Plans' and parents are so concerned they've arranged a meeting with the government Minister for Children and Families.

Reporter Elinor Cross talks to Jan Mears, Chair of the Corby Autism Support Group, and 16 year old Logan Freer tells reporter Martin Borley how he has managed to overcome most of his disability.

Stuart talks to the Labour MP for Corby Andy Sawford who organised the meeting with the Minister.

Also:

• older people in Northamptonshire are given computers to keep in touch with loved ones
• the charity Shelter says just 3% of houses in South Northants are affordable
• a Daventry Councillor explains why he’s switched from the Tories to UKIP
• Cobblers poor form continues - Manager Aidy Boothroyd speaks after their latest defeat
• Northants Chief Fire Officer is honoured by the Queen
• a Daventry man is made MBE
• a £1.6 million funding grant to create a heritage gateway in Northampton

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Last on

Wed 23 Oct 2013 06:00

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  • Wed 23 Oct 2013 06:00

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