Many firms not prepared to make adjustments for neurodivergent staff

The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) has raised concerns that many employers are not “fully prepared” to make reasonable adjustments for neurodivergent employees. IOSH conducted an online poll to mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week last month. It asked it’s followers on LinkedIn about the ability and willingness of businesses to make reasonable adjustments...

April is World Autism Acceptance Month

April is World Autism Acceptance Month, with Wednesday 2nd April kickstarting a month of celebration and awareness-raising with World Autism Awareness Day. The global campaign aims to “raise awareness, foster acceptance and create a society where autistic people are supported, understood and empowered.” In the UK, the National Autistic Society wants to change attitudes...