A NORTH-East support group for autistic people and their families has announced its activities for this month.

Autism Northumberland and Tyneside's next meeting is at The Parks Sports Centre, Howdon Road, North Shields, on Wednesday, October 10, when Paula Appleby will discuss after-school facilities.

The trampolining club is on alternate Sundays, from 4.45pm at the centre, and the weekly swimming club is on Saturdays, from 10am to 11am at Parkside School, Wallsend. The charge is £1 per child.

A play session for autistic children and their siblings will be held at KOKOs, on Tynemouth Road, North Shields, on Sunday, October 14, from 10am to 11.30am. For details, call 0191-259 5559.