2022/25395 - Training on Neurodiverse Conditions

REQUEST

Does this force provide mandatory training for its officers, in handling those with neurodiverse conditions, who come into contact with police?

• If so, could you provide details of this training? This might include how long it lasts, a brief outline of what is covered etc.
• If this force does not providemandatory training for its officers in this area, could you provide details of any training which is offered?

Could you provide any copies, if they exist, of this forces protocol/guidance documents for handling those with neurodiverse conditions (for example at arrest, or in police custody)

• If there is any separate protocol for autism, could you provide this as well?

Lastly, does this force use autism alert cards?

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