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Rod Stewart Funds Autism Diagnosis Amid Long Waits

5/3/2025

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Sir Rod Stewart has stepped in to cover the costs of a long-awaited autism diagnosis for four-year-old Iain Gregori, who has been waiting three years. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar condemned the government's shortcomings in addressing Iain's needs, while the First Minister reassured that support exists even without an official diagnosis, amidst rising concerns over lengthy waiting times.

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Sir Rod Stewart has stepped in to cover the costs of a long-awaited autism diagnosis for four-year-old Iain Gregori, who has been waiting three years. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar condemned the government's shortcomings in addressing Iain's needs, while the First Minister reassured that support exists even without an official diagnosis, amidst rising concerns over lengthy waiting times.