House of Commons – Nov. 24, 2025

Neurodivergent service personnel in the armed forces

Proposed Motion - 30 signatures

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That this House expresses deep concern over the inconsistent support available to neurodivergent Service Personnel across the Armed Forces; notes reports that diagnostic pathways, assessments, and adjustments vary significantly between branches, with some personnel facing additional administrative hurdles or career-related anxieties when seeking help; further notes that many neurodivergent Service Personnel, including those with ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and other conditions, are deterred from disclosure by fears of stigma or negative career impacts; recognises that the Ministry of Defence does not routinely monitor or collect comprehensive data on neurodivergent personnel, leaving significant gaps in understanding and support provision; further recognises the essential role that timely assessment, consistent learning support, and inclusive working environments play in ensuring all those who serve can meet their full potential; sympathises with the experiences of Service Personnel who feel their needs are being overlooked or unevenly met; and calls on the Government to ensure consistent assessment pathways, improved data collection, an updated Joint Service Publication 822 reflecting the full spectrum of neurodivergent conditions, and equitable access to learning and workplace support across all branches of the Armed Forces.

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Signatures

Person Date Signed
Sarah Gibson 2025-11-24
Ian Roome 2025-11-25
Wera Hobhouse 2025-11-25
Charlotte Cane 2025-11-25
Brian Mathew 2025-11-25
Steve Darling 2025-11-25
Jim Shannon 2025-11-25
Will Forster 2025-11-25
Clive Jones 2025-11-25
Al Pinkerton 2025-11-25
Sarah Dyke 2025-11-25
Joshua Reynolds 2025-11-25
Wendy Chamberlain 2025-11-25
Claire Young 2025-11-25
Victoria Collins 2025-11-25
Martin Wrigley 2025-11-26
Liz Jarvis 2025-11-26
Helen Maguire 2025-11-26
Christine Jardine 2025-11-26
Jessica Brown-Fuller 2025-11-27
Lee Dillon 2025-11-27
Graham Leadbitter 2025-12-01
Angus MacDonald 2025-12-01
Danny Chambers 2025-12-01
Paul Kohler 2025-12-01
Ellie Chowns 2025-12-01
Rachael Maskell 2025-12-15
Siân Berry 2025-12-17
Josh Babarinde 2025-12-17
Manuela Perteghella 2026-01-19