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This week, Access All lives up to its name - we’ve been granted permission to go inside MI5 and meet an autistic senior intelligence officer. Liam (not his real name and voiced by an actor) tells Emma Tracey what it’s like to work as a senior manager and the responsibility he feels for protecting public security. He reveals the moment he first experienced autistic burnout and the strategies he has learned to cope going forward. Liam goes on to describe the support he was offered by MI5 and his colleagues. The BBC’s Security Correspondent, Gordon Corera, also drops by to give the inside story on the role of Britain’s domestic intelligence agency and offers up some interesting spy stories from the past. Presenter: Emma TraceyProducer: Alex CollinsActor voicing Liam: Matthew McCloudMixed by Dave O'NeillEditors: Beth Rose and Daniel Gordon The Access All team love hearing from you. You can email [email protected] or find @bbcaccessall on X and Instagram.
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The opening weeks of the Lampard Inquiry into 2,000 mental health patient deaths in Essex have been devoted to so-called "impact statements" made by relatives of those who've died. The inquiry is expected to run until 2026. We hear from the BBC's East of England health correspondent Nikki Fox, who's been at the hearings on what it's like listening to such harrowing testimony. She also explains the background to the inquiry and what it's designed to achieve. Julia Hopper, the mother of Chris Nota, whose death aged 19 is being examined as part of the proceedings, tells Access All how she felt when she made her impact statement. We also hear from competitors taking part in next month's Cybathlon. The event pits developers and users of assistive tech against rival teams, and they use their devices to compete in contests and races. The University of Bath team share their hopes of triumph for the technology they've developed to read the brainwaves of a man whose lower body is paralysed, so he can move external objects.
Presenter Emma TraceyProducer Daniel GordonRecorded and mixed by Dave O'NeillEditors: Beth Rose and Damon Rose If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in this episode you can visit BBC Actionline for more support. The Access All team love hearing from you. You can email [email protected] or find @bbcaccessall on X and Instagram.
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New research has revealed that the quality of life for some people with learning disabilities can decline after they hit the big 4-0.Manchester Metropolitan University researchers came across cases of people who were still being cared for by their parents and others who were being sent to bed at 5pm.
Emma Tracey asks lead researcher, Professor Sara Ryan why this is happening and what can be done to improve the situation.
Also in this episode, Labour’s Marie Tidball gives an insight into her early days in office as a high profile, newly-elected, disabled MP.
Presenter Emma TraceyProducers Daniel Gordon, Alex CollinsRecorded and Mixed by Dave O'NeillEditors: Beth Rose and Damon Rose
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Alison Lapper was pregnant with her son Parys when she famously – and controversially – posed naked for a statue that was displayed on Trafalgar Square’s fourth plinth in 2005. Alison was born with phocomelia, meaning she has no arms and shortened legs, and uses her mouth to create her artwork. Her career was tragically interrupted in 2019 when her son, Parys, died aged 19. He had developed severe mental health issues and died of an accidental overdose. In this moving interview, Alison tells Emma Tracey why it’s taken her five years to start to process her grief and the exhibition she has put together about her son, called Lost in Parys. She also talks about the making of Alison Lapper: In My Own Words - a new BBC documentary about her life which you can watch on BBC iPlayer. Presenter Emma TraceyProducer Daniel GordonMixed by Dave O’NeillEditors: Beth Rose and Ben Mundy If you have been affected by any of the topics discussed in this episodes you can visit BBC Actionline for more support. The Access All team love to hear from you. You can email [email protected] or find @bbcaccessall on X and Instagram.
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In the final episode from Paris, Emma is given privileged access to the athletes' village - and gets a tour of the Ottobock compound - the place where competitors can bring damaged disability equipment for repair.
From welding a wheelchair frame that got cracked in a rugby tackle to stitching the webbing that holds an athlete securely in their chair - the repair shop staff keep the show on the road.
Also in this episode - Paris-based wheelchair user and disability activist Deza Nguembock tells Emma what life's like for disabled people living in France - and whether hosting the Paralympics is likely to be a catalyst for change. And ParalympicsGB CEO David Clarke gives his verdict on the Games. Presenter Emma Tracey, assisted by Karen GolightlyParis Producer Beth RoseLondon Producer Daniel GordonMixed by Dave O’NeillEdited by Ben Mundy
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In the second episode from Paris, Emma meets with three gold medallists. Para-cyclist Kadeena Cox shares her highs and lows from the Games after winning the team sprint - but crashing out of the time trial. Grace Harvey reveals her joy at upgrading her silver in the pool from Tokyo 2020 to a gold. Plus, Ellie Challis shows off the gold she won in the women's S3 50m backstroke final with Emma. Presenter Emma TraceyParis Producer Beth RoseLondon Producer Daniel GordonMixed by Dave O’NeillEdited by Ben Mundy
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In the first of a series of special episodes recorded in Paris, Emma visits ParalympicsGB House. BBC Sport Presenter, Martin Dougan, provides a tour of the building described as a “home from home” for the British competitors and their families. Emma also takes a trip to La Défense Arena, where she meets fans and experiences some of the swimming events. Plus, she catches up with Callie-Ann Warrington, who won silver in the S10 100m women's butterfly final.
Presenter Emma TraceyParis Producer Beth RoseLondon Producer Daniel GordonMixed by Dave O’NeillEdited by Ben Mundy
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As the 17th summer Paralympic Games start in Paris, some of Great Britain’s athletes have been going the extra mile when it comes to training by working out in a heat chamber set to 40C. But it’s about more than just heat. Athletes with spinal cord injuries or limb differences don’t have the same surface area through which to sweat, so the chamber is also about seeing how their bodies adapt and recover. After every session, the sweat Hoover is brought out… Plus, Canadian filmmaker and activist, Kyla Harris, discusses her new BBC comedy, We Might Regret This. It follows Freya (played by Kyla) as she attempts to navigate moving to London and a romance with a silver fox lawyer. What could possibly go wrong…? Just a heads up, there is some stronger language than usual in this episode. Presented by Emma Tracey and Paul CarterProduced by Daniel Gordon, Claire Bates and Alex CollinsSound design and mixed by Dave O’NeillThe editors were Beth Rose and Ben Mundy Get in touch with the team by emailing [email protected] or find us on the socials @bbcaccessall
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Broadcaster and writer Stephen Fry has travelled to Ukraine to see how war is impacting the country’s mental health. He joins Lyse Doucet and Vitaly Shevchenko, from Access All’s sister podcast Ukrainecast, to discuss his new documentary ‘Stephen Fry into Ukraine’, in which he speaks to those affected and asks whether there is sufficient government support. He also reflects on his own struggles with mental health and why Ukraine matters to him. The producers were Arsenii Sokolov, Cordelia Hemming, Hatty Nash and Ivana Davidovic.The technical producers were Mike Regaard and Rohan Madison.The series producer is Tim Walklate. The senior news editor is Richard Fenton-Smith.Access All’s Emma Tracey also makes an appearance with team support from Dave O’Neill and Beth Rose. You can watch ‘Stephen Fry into Ukraine’ here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FO6ZJL26eM If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode you can visit BBC Action Line on www.bbc.co.uk/actionline Email [email protected] with your questions and comments. You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast’s Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord
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As Edinburgh’s world famous arts festival continues, Emma Tracey takes to the stage at Dynamic Earth to host an episode in front of an audience. Adam Hills has presented The Last Leg for 12 years and has his face on an Australian postage stamp, but it’s only now he’s realising life is better when your “shoes are half full”. The comedian, who has a prosthetic foot, also gives the inside track on what he’ll be doing at the Paris Paralympics. Dan Tiernan has been winning all sorts of comedy awards and is making a huge name for himself as a dyspraxic comedian. But with constant mishaps – tripping over and losing items – he wonders whether there should be tax breaks for neurodivergent people. Plus they both reveal that receiving bad news is often good news for a comedian who has a show to write…something Dan discovered when he was recently diagnosed with gout at the tender age of 28… Recorded by, and with thanks, to the BBC Edinburgh Festivals teamMixed by Dave O’NeillProduced by Claire Bates and Alex CollinsThe Editors were Beth Rose and Ben Mundy Email: [email protected], find us on BBC Sounds and your smart speakers and follow us on X and Instagram as @bbcaccessall
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Edinburgh’s world famous arts festival is in full swing with Emma Tracey in the Scottish capital to put on a show at Dynamic Earth in front of an audience. Comedian and host of The Political Party podcast, Matt Forde, reflects on joining the disability club just 12 months ago after receiving life-changing news at last year’s Fringe. He also throws in a few impressions of politicians you’ll be very familiar with… And Blue Peter’s 42nd presenter, Abby Cook, gives us the lowdown on life as the first physically disabled presenter and the terrifying challenge she had to complete to get her badge... Recorded by, and with thanks to the BBC Edinburgh Festivals team.Mixed by Dave O’NeillProduced by Claire Bates and Alex CollinsThe Editors were Beth Rose and Ben Mundy Email: [email protected] and Google us for the latest transcript. Find us on BBC Sounds and smart speakers and follow us on X and Instagram - @bbcaccessall .
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Research published by the UK parliament has revealed that talking therapies provided by the NHS, including counselling, are less effective for people from ethnic minorities compared to people from a white background. Emma Tracey hears the experience of Ayisha, a British Pakistani woman with mental health difficulties. Emma also talks to clinical psychologist Dr Hibah Hassan, who outlines some of the reasons that underly this reduced success rate. Also on the show, the blind, British model who’s walking down the catwalk at Copenhagen Fashion Week.
Lastly, we profile track and field star, Hollie Arnold, ahead of the Paris Paralympics.
Presenter Emma Tracey
Production by Daniel Gordon, Alex Collins and Claire Bates
Recorded by Dafydd Evans
Mixed by Ben Mundy
Edited by Ben Mundy and Beth Rose
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We hear from activists from the 29 disability and inclusion groups who have written to the new Labour government to demand that all new housing be made accessible.
The letter to 10 Downing Street was followed by a day of action. Adam Gabsi from Inclusion London, and wheelchair-user, Sam Cornelius-Light, tell presenter Paul Carter why they feel the issue needs ministers’ urgent attention.
Plus, with less than a month to go until the Paralympics, we hear from two British competitors who will be heading to Paris – taekwondo’s Beth Munro and high jumper Jonathan Broom-Edwards.
Presented by Paul CarterProduction by Daniel Gordon and Alex CollinsRecorded by Jonny HallMixed by Ben MundyEdited by Beth Rose and Ben Mundy
Don’t forget to apply for tickets to our Edinburgh Festivals live recording on the 9th August. Just search ‘BBC Shows and Tours’ website to find out more.
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As the global shortage of ADHD medication continues, some people have told us they’re turning to unlicensed products being advertised to them online, in desperation.
Amy Barbour tells us she felt she had no option but to spend money on products which didn’t work. While, Nicky Baker from the Advertising Standards Authority explains why the organisation has banned several adverts and how AI is helping them to crack down on companies making false claims.
Consultant psychiatrist, Professor Marios Adamou gives some advice on what you should do if your medication is running low. Remember, always speak with your GP when making decisions around your ADHD medication.
Plus, bestselling author Jack Jordan joins us. He’s best known for his psychological thrillers full of twists and turns – but it was agoraphobia that got him writing his first book at the age of 17. Now aged 31, Jack’s just published his 8th novel – Redemption – which helped him accept his diagnosis of PTSD.
He also gives some tips for you budding writers out there.
Presented by Paul Carter and Emma TraceyProducers: Alex Collins and Beth RoseSound production: Ben Andrews
Editors: Beth Rose and Ben Mundy
We love to hear your reactions to the stories we cover and we’re always looking for new ones to dive into. You can reach the team by emailing [email protected] or finding @bbcaccessall on X and Instagram
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It is known as the land of the “fair go” but some disabled people hoping to move to Australia are having their visa applications rejected because of presumed costs around their health care. Emma Tracey speaks to the BBC’s Australia correspondent, Katy Watson, who experienced this policy first hand when filing paperwork for her son who has Down’s syndrome. And Jonathon Wales, who planned to move to Australia for a dream job, says his family’s hopes were crushed when their plans were halted because his son is autistic. We hear about the legislative review that is looking into this. Also in this episode, Dominique Davis - aka Variety D - talks about how it feels to perform on stage as a black, female, disabled comic.
Presenter Emma TraceyProduction by Alex Collins and Daniel Gordon Recorded and mixed by Dave O’Neill Edited by Beth Rose
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It’s the summer of sport, with Wimbledon and the Euros underway and the Olympics and Paralympics to come. The charity Level Playing Field, which advocates for disabled sports fans, says the sporting action has brought with it an increase in disability hate speech online and in stadiums. Emma Tracey speaks to Tony Taylor from Level Playing Field and Willoughby Ellson, a player from Norwich City’s cerebral palsy team which recently won the FA Disability CP Cup in a match against Chelsea Foundation. Also in this episode, Emma speaks to American social media influencer Rachel Chaleff, also known as Keet. Her social media videos about life with Tourette’s syndrome are watched by millions of followers. Presenter Emma TraceyProduction by Daniel Gordon and Alex CollinsRecorded and mixed by Dave O’NeillEdited by Ben Mundy and Beth Rose
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In our final general election special we’re working through a few more topics you told us you wanted to hear about. Cost of living impacts everyone, but it can be particularly challenging if you’re disabled – how do our panel envision the situation could be improved? And while many people work, we also know lots of you care for someone you love, so how might the topics of employment and Carer’s Allowance shake down when the next government is in place? This week’s expert panel - Rensa Gaunt from Inclusion London, James Taylor from Scope and BBC Social Affairs Correspondent, Michael Buchanan. Have a very merry general election, from the Access All team. Presented by Emma TraceyProduction by Alex Collins and Natasha FernandesSound recording and editing by Dave O’NeillEdited by Beth Rose We always love to hear form you. Get in touch by emailing [email protected] or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.
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Emma Tracey interviews representatives from all the major parties to find out what they are pledging when it comes to disability and mental health, ahead of the general election on 4 July. In this edition, we hear from Mags Lewis of the Green Party and Liz Saville Roberts from Plaid Cymru. Reform UK did not put forward a representative for this interview. Instead, BBC Political Correspondent, David Cornock, has taken a look at Reform UK’s manifesto to discuss what the party is planning. Kate Lamble, from More or Less, a Radio 4 programme all about numbers, also offers some analysis on how the plans add up. Production: Daniel Gordon, Alex Collins and Natasha MayoSound recording and editing: Dave O’NeillEditors: Farhana Haider and Beth RoseAt the time of recording, all the statistics provided by the Disability Policy Centre, around the number of disabled candidates were correct. The DPC says it will continue to collate the information and will have a final tally shortly after the election.Get in touch, we really want to hear from you. You can email us at [email protected] or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.
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Emma Tracey interviews representatives from all the major parties to find out what they are pledging when it comes to disability and mental health, ahead of the general election on 4 July. In this edition, we hear from Liberal Democrat leader, Sir Ed Davey, and Marion Fellows, disabilities spokesperson for the Scottish National Party. Kate Lamble, from More or Less, a Radio 4 programme all about numbers, also offers some analysis on how the plans add up. Production: Daniel Gordon, Alex Collins and Natasha MayoSound recording and editing: Dave O’NeillEditors: Farhana Haider and Beth Rose
At the time of recording, all the statistics provided by the Disability Policy Centre, around the number of disabled candidates were correct. The DPC says it will continue to collate the information and will have a final tally shortly after the election.
Get in touch, we really want to hear from you. You can email us at [email protected] or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.
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Emma Tracey interviews representatives from all the major parties to find out what they are pledging when it comes to disability and mental health, ahead of the general election on 4 July.
In this edition, we hear from Angela Rayner, deputy leader of the Labour Party.
Kate Lamble, from More or Less, a Radio 4 programme all about numbers, also offers some analysis on how the plans add up.
Production: Daniel Gordon, Alex Collins and Natasha Mayo
Sound recording and editing: Dave O’Neill
Editors: Farhana Haider and Beth Rose
At the time of recording, all the statistics provided by the Disability Policy Centre, around the number of disabled candidates were correct. The DPC says it will continue to collate the information and will have a final tally shortly after the election.
Get in touch, we really want to hear from you. You can email us at [email protected] or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.
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