Debate: Services for people with Autism

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It was an honour to lead the debate in Parliament for Autism Awareness Week. I gave my opening speech on behalf of our All Party Parliamentary Chairman, Dame Cheryl Gillian. It was an inspired debate and speeches followed from MPs from across the country and party divide. 

In my closing words, I spoke of the need for all in Parliament to do our best to help deliver the services needed by autistic people and those who support them. The debate was Parliament at its best. 

You can watch my opening speech given on behalf of Dame Cheryl, as well as the rest of the debate here: https://goo.gl/aevX8S

And watch my closing remarks below:

 

 

 

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