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2. In section 3 of the Autism Act (Northern Ireland) 2011 (content of the autism strategy), after subsection (4) insert—
“(4A) The autism strategy must set out how training (including accredited training) is to be provided to the staff of Northern Ireland departments and other public bodies on how to best address the needs of—
(a)persons with autism, and
(b)the families and carers of persons with autism.
(4B) The autism strategy must set out how the Department is to make provision for an autism support and early intervention service.
(4C) The autism strategy must set out how the Department is to make provision for an autism information service which is accessible (both in person and remotely) by—
(a)persons with autism,
(b)the families and carers of persons with autism, and
(c)professionals working with persons with autism, and their families and carers.
(4D) The autism strategy must set out how the needs of adults with autism will be addressed, including in particular their needs in respect of—
(a)lifelong learning,
(b)employment support,
(c)recreation,
(d)physical health,
(e)emotional and mental well-being,
(f)supported living, and
(g)housing.
(4E) The autism strategy must set out how the Department will reduce waiting times for autism assessment and treatment services provided by HSC trusts.”.
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