Resolved-

That the update around the process and progress of work being undertaken to address the length of wait for autism assessment and diagnosis for Children and Young People be noted and the following points in particular be followed up and reported on at a future meeting:-

·         The systems issue of the length of time to commission

·         The production of a timeline for transitioning to the new model of provision.

·         An explanation of the support that is provided while a young person is on the waiting list.

·         The establishment of focus groups to support the proposed changes to Autism Services.

·         The statistical information on the fluctuations in need to be provided to all Board Members.

                                                            (Ruth Hayward – 01274 237714)