Michael McGimpsey said he would be fast-tracking the action plan and making changes as soon as possible, following the publication of an independent review into services across the country.
There is a need to address the shortfall in existing autistic spectrum disorder services, in areas such as workforce, specialist assessment, early intervention, structured behavioural interventions and family support, he said. I will ensure these will be delivered through the action plan.
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