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Create a National Strategy for Childhood Apraxia Of Speech (CAS)

Submitted by Ruth Rowntree on Saturday 23rd August 2025

Published on Monday 15th September 2025

Current status: Closed

Closed: Sunday 15th March 2026

Signatures: 312

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Access ~ autism ~ Children ~ Create ~ Develop ~ Dyslexia ~ Education ~ Experts ~ Face ~ Families ~ fund ~ Postcode Lottery ~ RARE ~ Specialist ~ specialist support ~ speech ~ STRATEGY ~ Therapy

Petition Action

Create a National Strategy for Childhood Apraxia Of Speech (CAS)

Petition Details

We want the Government to create and fund a National Strategy for CAS, which should include:
- Increase education of CAS.
- Set up and fund a working group of experts and families to advise Government.
- Create a strategy across health and education sectors, similar to autism and dyslexia.

Additional Information

CAS is a rare but serious speech disorder. We believe that without early, specialist support, children can struggle to develop speech, be understood, and access education. Right now, there is no national strategy or pathway for CAS in the UK. We believe families face long waits, inconsistent services, and a postcode lottery of support. We think a National CAS Strategy could mean children get the timely assessment, therapy, and support they need to communicate and thrive.


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