Key Facts and data
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In 2009-10, 6.4 per cent of adults with learning disabilities aged 18-64 and known to Councils with Adult Social Services Responsibilities (CASSRs) were in paid employment at the time of their assessment or latest review compared to 6.8 per cent in 2008-09. The percentage of female adults with learning disabilities in paid employment (5.5%) was lower than for males (7.1%) (NI 146)
In 2009-10, 7.9 per cent of adults with mental health problems aged 18-69 in contact with secondary mental health services were known to be in paid employment at the time of their assessment or latest review (NI 150).
Over 65% of people with learning disabilities or severe mental health conditions want to work.
