Which politicians are Ambitious about Autism?

I fully support Ambitious about Autism because I believe that all young people should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential, be part of their communities and live the life they choose.

David Cameron
Prime Minister

Why do I support Ambitious about Autism? Because I believe every single child should have the absolute best start that we can give them. Children with autism and their families should feel confident that they will be able to live happy and fulfilled lives.

Nick Clegg
Deputy Prime Minister

It's vital that every child has a fair start in life and the highest possible standard of education and choice so that each can reach their fullest potential and happiness. I am ambitious for all our young people, and that's why I am ambitious about autism.

Ed Milliband
Labour Party Leader

I am ambitious about autism because I believe children with autism and their families should be given the right support so that in time these children can make successful transitions to adulthood.Sarah Teather MP
Minister of State, Department for Education

Autism can have a devastating impact on children and their families if it is not identified early. And yet with the right support we know that these children can flourish and achieve their goals. That is why I am ambitious about autism. Lord Tim Clement-Jones
Ambitious about Autism President

I’m ambitious about autism because every child brings a unique personality into the world and deserves to have their needs met and their talents valued.

Andy Burnham MP
Shadow Health Secretary

I’m ambitious about autism because people with autism have their own goals and ambitions and we should be enabling them to achieve their aims.

Dan Rogerson MP

I am ambitious about autism because as a parent of a child on the autism spectrum and as the co-ordinator of a local Special Educational Needs Network in Swindon, I am passionately committed to a better future for everyone with autism, ASD or Aspergers.

Robert Buckland MP

I’m ambitious about autism because I know that with the right support, opportunities and guidance, young people with autism can lead full and active lives, achieve great things and play a positive part in society.

Sharon Hodgson MP
Shadow Children’s Minister

I’m ambitious about autism because I believe that we can do so much more at a national and community level to support and enhance the lives of young people with autism.

Annette Brooke MP
MP for Mid Dorset & North Poole

I am ambitious about autism because it’s an issue I’ve taken an interest in since 1979 – indeed even before then – when we gave our annual No 11 Downing Street Christmas Party for children with autism. It is vitally important that all children have an assessment of their needs before they start school, so that the appropriate support can be provided.

Baroness Howe