NHS in England Imposes Two-Year Minimum Wait for ADHD and Autism Assessments

NHS boards in England have set minimum two-year waits for ADHD and autism assessments. Data reported 25 September 2026 put ADHD waiting lists near one million and autism queues at about 295,000, with average ADHD wait 64 weeks. Rising awareness has strained services. Question now is whether capacity can grow without delays lengthening.