Oral QuestionWomen and Equalities

“What steps she is taking to help improve outcomes for neurodivergent women and girls.”

Tabled: 3 September 2026Answered: 9 September 2026

Asked by

Juliet Campbell

Labour — Broxtowe

Answering Minister

the Minister for Women and Equalities

Answer from Hansard

The Minister for Equalities (Sir Stephen Timms)

Autistic people and people with ADHD have been struggling to get the right support at the right time. Recommendations from Professor Karen Guldberg’s neurodivergence task and finish group directly informed the SEND reforms that were published earlier this year. We want schools and others to support young people to understand neurodivergent behaviours clearly, including how they differ between boys and girls, so that needs can be identified early and properly met.