Autism EXPLOSION: Cases reach record high with 23,000 Britons diagnosed in last year alone - as Robbie Williams reveals he's 'a little bit' autistic
New figures reveal 23,345 people were told they have the disorder in the 12 months to June 2026, a stark jump from 15,340 in the previous year - a rise of around 52 per cent.

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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Aug 14, 2026, 11:42 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Disasters & Weather
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