{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/772432.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":772432,"attributes":{"action":"Introduce Clearer Autism Classifications Based on Support Needs","background":"Introduce formal autism support levels in the UK. We call on the Government to review autism diagnosis and adopt a clearer classification system, recognising different levels of support needs, including profound autism. To help further support all levels of ASD.","additional_details":"ASD people can have different experiences and support needs. Many live independently while facing challenges with communication, education, employment or daily life. Many may be non verbal, engage in self-injurious behaviours, significant sensory difficulties, no danger awareness, requiring lifelong care. USA and Australia already recognise differing levels of support needs. We believe the UK should adopt a clearer classification system to improve understanding, support and resource allocation.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":21,"created_at":"2026-06-11T19:54:42.553Z","updated_at":"2026-07-10T13:29:06.762Z","rejected_at":"2026-07-10T13:28:57.982Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-06-11T20:26:40.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition which calls for the same action:\r\n\r\nRequire NHS autism diagnoses to include assessment of level of support needed \r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/770800"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}}