In this TALG episode, Matt is joined by Kev Collier, Strategic Lead – Learning & Development and Karen Roberts, Business Development Manager from North West Employers and Dr Sarah Crozier, Reader in Occupational Psychology, Department of People and Performance, Faculty of Business and Law, Manchester Metropolitan University to explore their newly released thought‑leadership report: Neurodiversity at Work – Line-managers’ Experiences of Support Provision and Skill Gaps Within North West Local Government.

Drawing on survey responses and focus groups with line‑managers across the region, the report uncovers a compelling picture: while over 75% of managers have supported neurodivergent colleagues, fewer than half feel confident doing so. Many described uncertainty, inconsistent guidance, and systems that don’t always enable good pr ...