To consider the current position in relation to the Autism Self Assessment Framework.

The Policy Development and Decision Group considered and noted the submitted report which provided an update on progress made in implementing the Autism Self-Assessment Framework action plan, which measures how local services are performing.  Members noted that since the report had been written progress has been made in 2 areas: a for workforce development lead has been appointed by the Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and meetings have been set up to progress training.  Work on accommodation is in train with completion of the supported accommodation strategy and meetings with supported living providers to prepare for commissioning a framework of providers in September.  The report included the following actions:

·       Arrangements to be finalised for a joint Autism Board and Learning Disability Partnership Board;

·       Establish working relationships with new officers in partner organisations; and

·       Progress development of multi-agency training plan.

Resolved:

That the Director of Adult Services be requested to provide an update on the meeting with clinicians to the Health and Wellbeing Board on 6 July 2017 and to keep the Policy Development and Decision Group updated on progress made in implementing the Autism Self Assessment Framework.