Autism report highlights lack of equal opportunities The majority (86%) of autistic people and those close to them do not believe they have the same chance in Irish society as others. Ireland • 30 Mar
Autism charity urges Dept to confirm school places The CEO of the autism charity AsIAm has warned that dozens of children still do not know where they will be going to school in … Ireland • 24 Aug 22
Central planning over special school places 'failing' Teachers are "very concerned" at an "emerging narrative" that blames them for service shortages for children with special educational needs, an Oireachtas committee has heard. Education • 05 Jul 22
Labour brands Govt action on school places a 'disgrace' The provision of school places for autistic children is a disgrace, Labour Party's Education Spokesperson Aodhán Ó Riordáin has said. Ireland • 29 Jun 22
Family says meetings over autism service 'positive' An 11-year-old girl, who met with the Tánaiste and the Minister for Special Education to discuss a lack of services for children with autism, has … Ireland • 26 May 22
Autistic teen dreams of dancing for Ireland at Olympics The pandemic isn't the first time 15-year-old Jack Doyle has had to cope with big challenges in his life. Ireland • 26 Apr 21
Parents of children with autism concerned over supports Parents of children who have autism say they have serious concerns about whether there will be sufficient supports available to them when they return to … Education • 17 Aug 20
More places for children with autism at Dublin schools An additional 42 specialised school places for children with autism are to be created in one Dublin suburb to address a chronic shortage there. Education • 26 Sep 19
Living with Autism - the story of Darren and Gillian Darren and Gillian are the parents of twin boys with Autism. On Primetime Tonight, we listen to their harrowing story and how inspiring the unconditional … Prime Time • 18 Sep 19
25% of children with disability 'denied full schoolday' One in four children with a disability are being denied the opportunity to attend school for the full school day, with children with autism most … Education • 05 Sep 19
Autism campaigners in call over school places Autism campaigners have called on the Minister for Education to use new powers to ensure that all children with autism have a school place in … Ireland • 30 Jul 19
Supporting people with autism to access employment Around 15,000 people with autism in Ireland could be suitable candidates for lots of jobs, particularly in the data analytics and tech sectors. Business • 21 Jun 19
What's so funny about autism? Dublin staging unique gig An all-autistic line-up of performers will take to the stage at a unique comedy event in Dublin this evening. Dublin • 21 Jun 19
Autism charity warns of children excluded from schools A charity that advocates for children with autism has warned of a hidden crisis of autistic children and those with special needs being excluded from … Education • 08 Apr 19
Calls for more inclusive society for people with autism Autism charity AsIAm has called on the Government to help bring about a more inclusive society for people living with Autism. Ireland • 20 Oct 18
DCU to implement measures to help autistic students Dublin City University is to implement a range of measures to make life at the college more comfortable for students with autism. Education • 21 Mar 18
Scientists move towards tests to detect autism Scientists in the UK have developed a blood and urine test that they say could detect autism in children. World • 19 Feb 18
Paracetamol may be linked to autism - researchers Women who take paracetamol painkillers when pregnant may increase the risk of their children developing autism or being hyperactive, research suggests. News • 01 Jul 16
Parents struggle to find special school for son A Limerick couple has told RTÉ News of their frustration and heartbreak after two years of unsuccessful attempts to get suitable education for their seven-year-old … Ireland • 08 Mar 16
Autism companion dog Toby reunited with owner A dog belonging to a young autistic man that had been feared stolen has been found and reunited with his family. News • 03 Sep 14
Researchers say autism treatment may be possible A new study on autism suggests that it may be possible to treat people who have autism. News • 24 Aug 14
Increase in special classes in schools - report A report published today has found a dramatic increase in the number of special classes being opened in Irish schools in recent years. News • 08 May 14
Link between autism and schizophrenia suggested A group of international scientists, including researchers at Trinity College Dublin, has for the first time identified genetic mutations that suggest that schizophrenia and autism … News • 29 Apr 14
HSE denies interference in funding allocation The Health Service Executive has rejected suggestions of political interference in the allocation of resources set aside for the improvement of autism services. News • 25 Jun 13
