Autistic volunteer let go from Waitrose after offered job at Asda
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Autistic volunteer let go from Waitrose after offered job at Asda
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"On Thursday, she revealed he had instead been offered employment at rival chain, Asda. "We've had some great news - Asda have offered him two five-hour paid shifts a week, she told the BBC. She added: "It's overwhelming and they are flexible to say if at any time he is struggling they are fine. How amazing that a company could do this.""
The Independent covers topics from reproductive rights and climate change to Big Tech, sending reporters to developing stories and producing documentaries like 'The A Word'. The outlet emphasizes parsing facts from messaging, refuses to use paywalls, and solicits donations to fund on-the-ground journalism and keep reporting accessible. A mother said her autistic son Tom, 28, volunteered twice weekly at Waitrose for over four years, gaining purpose and belonging, but was dismissed after a request for paid hours. Tom was later offered two five-hour paid shifts a week by Asda with flexible support under a supported internship arrangement.
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