A trade in people: the inpatient healthcare economy for people with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder

A trade in people: the inpatient healthcare economy for people with learning disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder This report analysis the market for inpatient services for people with learning disabilities in England. The analysis finds that approximately half of these services are run by the independent sector, services which are valued at over a quarter of a billion pounds per year.

The report calls for greater scrutiny and accountability for the independent sector to ensure high quality of care and patient safety. Centre for Disability Research