Written questions

Criminal Proceedings: Neurodiversity

2026-07-13 · Ministry of Justice · HL2011 · Official question

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to create a dedicated taskforce to transform how ADHD and neurodivergence are supported across the criminal justice system.

Answer

The Ministry of Justice is committed to improving support for neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, across the criminal justice system. We recognise the importance of early identification of individuals’ needs. As part of the Neurodiversi...