learning disability

Neurodiversity in the criminal justice system: A review of evidence

[CJJI (2021)]

Report commissioned by the Lord Chancellor – includes some examples of good practice and recommendations for improvement.

Supporting people with a learning disability and/or autism who display behaviour that challenges

[NHS England (2015)]

Service model for commissioners of health & social care services – but includes principles relevant to frontline practitioners.

Keeping out of trouble: Alternatives to prison or hospital for people with learning disabilities who get into trouble with the law

[Ideas Collective (2018)]

A paper from the Ideas Collective with examples of good practice in relation to diversion and resettlement.

Learning disabilities: supporting people in the criminal justice system

[Nursing Times (2019)]

Article setting out challenges for people with learning disabilities trying to access health services via the criminal justice system, including recommendations on improving practice.

Keywords: learning disability

Guide to learning disability support

[Mind (2021)]

Guide from Mind on where and how to get support for yourself, or someone else with a learning disability.

Keywords: learning disability

Working with people with learning disabilities : fact sheets

[Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities (2016)]

A series of fact sheets to aid frontline staff and practitioners working in the criminal justice system who come into contact with people with learning disabilities.

Keywords: learning disability