NHS ADHD and Autism Spending Surges Tenfold in Parts of England

NHS spending on ADHD and autism services in England has risen as much as tenfold in a year — one region's costs leapt from £1.75m to £18m. The NHS Alliance, which represents health managers, warned costs are "running out of control," pushing some areas to close waiting lists and weigh cutting other services. Post-pandemic demand is straining local budgets that lack a national price framework.