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Autism (Quality Standards) Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to make a referral to the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) to develop and publish quality standards for autism spectrum disorders; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

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This bill would require the Secretary of State to refer autism quality standards work to NICE, so that quality standards for autism spectrum disorders can be developed and published. The goal is to improve consistency and quality of care and support for autistic people across health and social care. It would set out what good autism care should look like and help services meet those standards.

Key Points

  • The Secretary of State must refer autism quality standards work to NICE to develop and publish quality standards.
  • NICE would develop and publish quality standards for autism spectrum disorders.
  • The standards would guide NHS and social care providers on how best to support autistic people.
  • The bill mentions 'connected purposes', covering related provisions needed to implement the standards.
  • It is at an early stage (2nd reading) in the Commons and originated in the Commons (2011).

Progress

Currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons; no further progress is shown in the information provided.

Who is affected?

Autistic people (children and adults) and their families/carersNHS providers and healthcare professionalsLocal authorities and social care servicesAutism charities and advocacy groups

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

24 May 2011

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Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Autism (Quality Standards)

1 Jan 1970
The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.