Make comprehensive autism training mandatory for police officers

Closed 130 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the government to require the police to provide mandatory, comprehensive, accredited autism training for all police officers. This training should cover communication differences, sensory needs, de-escalation strategies and appropriate responses during incidents involving people with autism.

Autistic people can face misunderstanding during police encounters, which can cause unnecessary stress or escalation. Training is inconsistent, leaving many officers without the skills to recognise autistic traits or adjust their approach. Mandatory autism training could help officers communicate calmly, reduce risks, support vulnerable people, and ensure safer, more appropriate responses for everyone involved.

Timeline

14 Jan 2026	Petition opened for signatures
14 Jul 2026	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 130

Status Closed

Department Home Office

Opened 14 Jan 2026

Closed 14 Jul 2026

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