Why new Down’s syndrome guidance has to reflect lived realities
Abstract
Following the Down Syndrome Act 2022, the government is consulting on new statutory guidance that will shape how health, social care, education, housing and employment services support people with Down’s syndrome – along with others who have similar needs, including people with a learning disability – in England.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Down syndrome and intellectual disability research
Disability Rights and Representation
Family and Disability Support Research
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Learning Disability Practice
- Volume
- 29
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 5–5
- Publication date
- 12 February 2026
- Language
- EN