§ Dr. LadymanTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what data his Department have collated with respect to the incidence of autism in children; and if he will list the number of such children in each of the last 20 years. [64912]
§ Mr. HuttonThe Department does not collate information about the incidence of autism in children. It is for the local statutory authorities to determine the needs of children with autism in their area and work together effectively to ensure that these needs are met.