THE National Autistic Society is looking for local autism heroes.

We want people to nominate individuals and services that have made a difference to their lives for the Autism Professionals Awards 2016. We would also like to hear from local professionals about good autism practice.

The awards are the one time the autism community gets together each year to recognise their achievements and share best practice.

Whatever your story, please share it with us. You can find out more about the awards and nominate an individual or service on www.autismprofessionalsawards.co.uk.

The deadline is October 30.

Carol Povey,

Director of the National Autistic Society's Centre for Autism