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Labour MP for Nottingham East, Nadia Whittome, cannot support the announced benefits changes and speaks to Emma Tracey about the experiences she has had as a disabled person herself. BBC's political correspondent Helen Catt walks us through whether government will face a significant challenge getting their legislation through parliament this summer, with other insights. Then, music from American artist, Gaelynn Lea, who's touring the UK. The discussion includes the folk singer and musician's bespoke way of playing violin, like a cello rather than up on her shoulder.Sound recording and mixing by Dave O'Neill, producers Beth Rose and Alex Collins, the editor was Damon Rose. Spread the word loyal followers.

Sir Stephen Timms, the minister for Social Security and Disability talks to Emma Tracey about the proposed £5bn worth of welfare cuts the government recently announced.The Minister explains the Labour government's thought process around the planned changes which include tightening up eligibility for Personal Independence Payment and explains why people under the age of 22 will no longer get the health top-up to Universal Credit.Sir Stephen also reacts to news that Disabled and Deaf People's Organisations (DPPO) are considering stepping back from working with him as a result of the plans.Presented by Emma Tracey Produced by Alex Collins Sound mixed by Mike Regaard Edited by Beth Rose and Damon Rose

Suspended Labour MP, John McDonnell, talks to Access All about the distress he feels over the benefit cuts outlined in March's Spring Statement. Having had the whip removed last summer he hopes to be restored to the party he joined 50 years ago but says he is "praying" his former colleagues rethink the plans and U-turn. The benefit cuts mean there have been a lot of numbers flying about. Finance journo, Felicity Hannah, who presents BBC radio shows, Money Box and Wake Up To Money, breaks it all down for us and outlines what the changes could mean for you and your wallet, and where to go to get personalised help. Plus we hear from actress and deaf advocate Rose Ayling-Ellis and deaf series producer Camilla Arnold about their new BBC documentary, Old Hands, New Tricks, where they aim to teach residents at a retirement home how to use British Sign Language. It's available right now on BBC iPlayer. Presented by Emma Tracey Produced by Alex Collins and Beth Rose Sound recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill Edited by Damon Rose and Beth Rose

Nigel has lived with paranoid schizophrenia for decades, navigating "tormenting voices" and spending time in secure units and prison. He talks to Emma Tracey about his life, managing the condition and the importance of his friendship with Andy, who we also meet. Lucy Schonegevel from Rethink Mental Health reflects on Nigel's story and brings us up to date on reforms to the Mental Health Act, expected later this year, which might improve the experiences of people with schizophrenia. Last week, government changes to disability benefits grabbed the headlines. One grant scheme that didn't get the limelight was Access To Work. Angela Mathews from the Business Disability Forum gives us the lowdown on what's happening with that while BBC Transport Correspondent, Sean Dilley, pops in to talk about a select committee report which described the experience of many disabled people on public transport as a "national embarrassment". Emma also gets out and about on the London Underground to find out how a new Chatty Cabin scheme is helping commuters with their mental health. Produced by: Daniel Gordon and Alex Collins Recorded and mixed by: Dave O'Neill Edited by Beth Rose and Damon Rose

The Budget is done and dusted and the US elections about to start. How do disabled people fit in to these big political events? Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her budget. Bethany Dawson from Politico and disability charity Scope's head of policy, James Taylor,talk us through the bits disabled people care about. They discuss the increase in the minimum wage and a rise in what carers can earn before their carer's allowance gets stopped. Will any of the chancellor's announcements help disabled people with their household bills? And how significant is the £1 Billion Reeves has promised for special educational needs and disabilities?The experts break it down for us. As Over 40 million disabled Americans head to the polls to vote for their next president, Trump supporter and disability policy expert Melissa Ortiz and disability activist and Harris supporter Mia Ives Rublee predict what their candidate will do for this community if they win. Our guests also give us an insight into how Trump and Harris treat disabled people when the cameras are off.. Presented by Emma Tracey Produced by Alex Collins and Emma Tracey. Edited by Damon Rose and Sara Wadeson.

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 Tracey Producers Daniel Gordon, Alex Collins Recorded and Mixed by Dave O'Neill Editors: Beth Rose and Damon Rose

Mims Davies knows first-hand about disability having been a carer for her dad after he sustained a head injury. But how is the Minster for Disabled people, Health and Work faring in the job? In an extended interview, Emma Tracey quizzes her on a variety of topics including the government's decision to make people on a modest income pay back money for over-claiming Carer's Allowance. The minister responds to claims by a United Nations committee that the UK is failing in its duty to give disabled people dignity in life and work. Plus it's a year since the British Sign Language (BSL) Advisory Board first met to advise the government on key issues impacting BSL users in the deaf community. What has it achieved so far?Presenter Emma TraceyThe episode was made by Alex Collins, Daniel Gordon and Drew HyndmanRecorded and mixed by Dave O'NeillThe editors were Damon Rose and Alex Lewis

The government has published its consultation on changes to the Personal Independence Payment benefit, PIP. Emma Tracey asks Scope's Head of Policy James Taylor for his analysis. With GCSEs, A-levels and other exams starting this month, Emma speaks to one of the people responsible for working out exam access arrangements for students who need it. Here's where you get the lowdown on extended time, breaks, alternative quiet exam rooms, prompters etc that you or your child may be given, from someone on the ground right now fixing it all - Martine Chapman Special Literacy Teacher at Dorothy Stringer School in Brighton. And, How To Do Life with a Chronic Illness is the title of Pippa Stacey's new book. Pippa has ME / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and she tells Emma that she likes to focus on things you CAN do and how you can do them, rather than concentrating on medical matters. "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All" is one way of listening to us; subscribing on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts is another. Access All was made by: Niamh Hughes, Drew Hyndman and Alex Collins. The editor is Damon Rose, senior editor Sam Bonham, the presenter is Emma Tracey. It was recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill.

Emma Tracey speaks to the mother of a 35 year old woman with learning disabilities who she says has been living “unnecessarily” in a mental health facility for 10 years. She says there is no reason for her to be living there and that it's due to lack of appropriate housing and care in the community We also hear from autistic author Alexis Quinn who also feels let down by the system but is living in her own home now. Dan Scorer from Mencap shines some light on the situation as the government misses its own target to bring down the numbers. Mencap analysis shows almost 1500 learning disabled or autistic people are inappropriately leading restricted lives in hospital. Last week prime minister Rishi Sunak outlined the Conservative's plans to change work and Personal Independent Payments (PIP) benefits if they win the pending general election. Talk of benefits change is always concerning and Drew Hyndman from the Access All team combs through what he said and puts it in perspective. Activist Shani Dhanda is presently the number one most influential disabled person in the UK according to Shaw Trust's Power 100 list. As the proud Brummy starts a new programme on the BBC's Asian Network, she talks to us about her journey to understanding what being disabled means. Access All was made by Niamh Hughes, Alex Collins, Drew Hyndman, and edited by Damon Rose and Alex Lewis. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. The Senior Editor is Sam Bonham. "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All" to play the latest episode. Or subscribe on BBC Sounds app or website.

It's Access All's 100th edition! To mark the occasion we've provided a bumper episode – including an interview with Rose Ayling-Ellis talking about how she is changing the conversation around British Sign Language.Also on the show: A glimpse behind the scenes – what really goes on when making Access All. Plus celebs give their advice on how to live your best disabled life.Presenter Emma Tracey. The episode was made by Drew Hyndman, Niamh Hughes and Alex Collins Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill The editors were Damon Rose and Alex Lewis. To get in touch with the team email accessall@bbc.co.uk or find us on X, @bbcaccessall. Don't forget to subscribe by finding us on BBC Sounds.

Emma Tracey speaks with 20-year-old disabled student Laith , who fought for a good accessible education at the National Star specialist college in Gloucestershire. He feels he's got education under his belt but for what? After college, will he be able to live with his disabled girlfriend who also needs 24-hour care? Will he have independence and be able to get a job? All these things are far from clear for a young man who now feels he has a fight on. Laith was guest editor of 5 Live's Drive programme last week and, when he told the nation about his EHCP difficulties and his frustrations, people contacted the show in their droves. We put the best bits together for you here, plus more. Access All was made by Beth Rose, Niamh Hughes and was recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. Editor was Beth Rose and Damon Rose, the senior editor is Sam Bonham. If you have a story to tell us about education now and after, email accessall@bbc.co.uk

Journalist and mental health advocate, Bryony Gordon, joins Emma Tracey in the studio to talk about her new book, Mad Woman. It's all about her OCD, alcohol addiction, binge eating, recoveries and relapses. Bryony dives deep into what she calls her “chorizo blackouts”, why she's named her OCD Jareth (from 80s film Labyrinth), and why she has increasingly started to think episodes of bad mental health could actually be an appropriate way for the brain to react in certain situations. And Cardiff-based conjoined twins, Marieme and Ndey, have just celebrated their seventh birthdays surpassing all medical expectations. Their proud dad, Ibrahima, and BBC reporter Lucy Owen talk about the forthcoming documentary all about their lives. The episode was made by Beth Rose with Niamh Hughes and Emma Tracey. The news editor is Damon Rose, the senior news editor Sam Bonham. Recorded by Mike Regaard and Dave O'Neill. Sound design by Dave O'Neill. To get in touch with the team email accessall@bbc.co.uk or reach out on X, @bbcaccessall. Don't forget to subscribe by finding us on BBC Sounds.

Nathan Lee Davies had spent years carefully managing his Direct Payments to save up for a six-day short break to Florida. But when Nathan, who has a life-limiting condition, excitedly told Wrexham Borough County Council about his plans it decided to “claw back” the money. Human rights lawyer Anne-Marie Irwin helps explain the rules around funding short breaks. It's an essential item, but underwear isn't always accessible. Primark is trying to change that with its new range of adaptive bras and knickers – but do they live up to the hype? Fashionistas Victoria Jenkin, founder of adaptive clothing brand Unhidden, and Jem Hubbard who goes by the name WheelsNoHeels join Emma Tracey in the studio to see how they shape up. Produced by Beth Rose with Emma Tracey and Niamh Hughes. The editor is Damon Rose, senior news editor is Sam Bonham. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. Subscribe to the podcast on BBC Sounds and email accessall@bbc.co.uk to reach the team

After being consulted on, the government's long-awaited Disability Action Plan is now out there. New Disability Minister Mims Davies says that it's one pillar of the government's overall work for disabled peple, and it'll transform lives. But with the level of significant problems disabled people currently face, is this the right plan at the right time? And what is the National Disability Strategy that runs in parallel alongside it? Featuring Scope's James Taylor, journalist Rachel Charlton -Dailey and BBC Disability Correspondent Nikki Fox. Presented by Emma Tracey, Recorded by Mike Regaard, mixed by Dave O'Neill. Produced by Damon Rose, Niamh Hughes and Emma Tracey The editor is Damon Rose, Senior Editor is Sam Bonham. Email accessall@bbc.co.uk

We've got an extra Access All podcast this week. Former England striker Michael Owen and his son James came into the Access All studio in London to talk about how James is losing his sight, their attitude towards it, and the inclusive football game, futsal. Parents often feel real guilt when a child becomes disabled but, though it hurts, the Owens attempt a constant positivity. They present a documentary on TNT Sport and Discovery Plus on Monday 30 January called Football Is For Everyone where they meet the GB partially sighted futsall team. Though he's been losing his sight for nine years, James hadn't met another visually impaired person until they started filming the documentary. Watch out for the moment the tables turn and Michael starts to interview presenter, Emma Tracey ... Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill, produced by Beth Rose, Emma Tracey and Niamh Hughes. The editor is Damon Rose, senior editor Sam Bonham. Drop Emma a mail on accessall@bbc.co.uk follow @bbcaccessall on X and say "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All"

Language about sexuality has exploded and, as a result, the LGBT sign language community has found themselves needing new signs to describe the ideas British people are talking about. We talk to Dr Patrick Rosenburg who helped come up with new signs for things like cisgender, trans man, polyamorous and throuple. How did they do it and what does it look like? Spain has its first parliamentarian with Down's syndrome. We talk to Scott Watkin, a former learning disability co-tsar for the UK government, to talk more about learning disabled people playing an active role in politics and how it works. Plus Nina Tame, star of YouTube and social media, joins us to talk about the "micro aggressions" she experiences as a wheelchair user and how her kids sneakily run upstairs when she plays hide and seek with them. Presented by Emma Tracey, featuring Aidy Smith from The Three Drinkers podcast. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill, produced by Niamh Hughes, Beth Rose, Emma Tracey and Alex Collins. Editor is Damon Rose, senior editor Sam Bonham. Email accessall@bbc.co.uk and follow on @bbcaccessall on X, formerly Twitter.

Impulse spending, losing glasses and misinterpreting conditions on credit cards can mean a great deal of unnecessary expense for people with ADHD. Within the community some refer to it as the ADHD Tax. Rach Idowu from the Adulting with ADHD newsletter and Prof Amanda Kirby from the University of South Wales who is also chair of the ADHD Foundation Charity, join us. Convicted murderer and Paralympian Oscar Pistorius has left prison on parole. The BBC's South Africa correspondent Daniel De Simone speaks to Access All from Pretoria about how the focus of the news locally is on violence against women and girls. Is There Anybody Out There? Ella Glendining went looking for someone who has the same rare impairment as she does, and made a film about it. Find out what discoveries she made along the way. Presented by Emma Tracey and Nikki Fox. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. The producers were: Beth Rose, Alex Collins and Niamh Hughes. The editor is Damon Rose, Senior Editor Sam Bonham. Email accessall@bbc.co.uk or find us on X.

Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey present some of our favourite interviews from 2023. From celebs through to people with amazing stories that we've helped bring to the public's attention. At 41, Melanie, a disabled Australian woman, had never had sex so she hired a sex--worker or "sexpert" called Chase who helped her to understand her body and give her the confidence she needed to form new relationships. After we featured it, her story went round the world. When comedian Rosie Jones joined us earlier in the year, she was in the middle of filming a documentary for Channel 4 about the trolling of disabled people - a programme whose title went on to cause plenty of headlines. And polific writer Jack Thorne, a man who has lifelong connections with disability, had just come out as autistic. He spoke to us ahead of his then latest drama, Best Interests, about a 13-year-old girl called Marnie on a life support machine. Her parents wanted to keep her alive and were battling the hospital and the courts. Mixed by Dave O'Neill and produced by Emma Tracey, Beth Rose, Keiligh Baker and Alix Pickles. Editor is Damon Rose, senior editor Sam Bonham. Share this podcast with people you know will appreciate it. If you don't , they may never know it exists. Follow us @BBCAccessAll on X, or mail accessall@bbc.co.uk

Mims Davies is the new disability minister but she's in a lower ranked role than her predecessor with other duties to attend to. We speak to James Taylor, Scope's Director of Strategy, plus Caroline Nokes, MP, and Vicky Foxcroft, Labour's shadow minister for disabled people, about what many interpret as a de-prioritising of disability issues. Radio 3's Dr Hannah French, a former flautist, joins us to talk about how her relationship with music changed after she became disabled. She's on air across the festive period including Christmas morning to help set the day up with carols and classics. And, Nikki and Emma on sleep and adorning your house with accessible festive goodies. Presented by Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey. Recorded and Mixed by mixman Dave O'Neill. Produced by Damon Rose, Beth Rose, Emma Tracey and Alex Colins,. The editor is Damon Rose, senior editor Sam Bonham. Follow us on the X platform where we are @BBCAccessAll - or email accessall@bbc.co.uk

From fresh-water wells flooded by salty sea water, to avoiding inaccessible emergency shelters, we hear from Ari in Somalia and Melvina in the Solomon Islands about the impact climate change is having on their very exposed corner of the world. It comes as COP28, the UN summit which convenes annually to try and solve the climate crisis - draws to a close in Dubai. This year's event was meant to be the most inclusive ever – but was it really? The European Disability Forum's Gordon Ratray, who attended, gives us his lowdown along with Jodie Santos from The Disability Justice Project who is based in Massachusetts, USA. With Christmas party season under way, presenters Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey give their best tips for accessible fashion, with help from a couple of YouTubers. And world-renowned poet Raymond Antrobus joins the duo to talk about poetry, getting his work on the GCSE syllabus and his children's book Can Bears Ski? About his deaf experience it has been turned into a theatre show that he can't wait to take his son to see. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. Produced by: Beth Rose, Emma Tracey, Damon Rose, Alex Collins and Betty Douglas. The editor is Damon Rose, senior editor Sam Bonham. “Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All” plays the latest edition of the programme. Follow us on X, formerly Twitter, @BBCAccessAll and on email we're accessall@bbc.co.uk.

Access All collaborates with BBC Radio 3 on an item about the Clarion, a musical instrument which can be played by anyone by anything - from fingers to Eyegaze technology. Our guests are Barry Farrimond-Chuong, the CEO of Open Up Music, who helped design the software instrument, and Alessandro Vazzana a player of the Clarion in the National Open Youth Orchestra who is enabled to chat with us by his mum, Anne.Do you find it hard getting a wheelchair through the traditional means? Nick Goldup from the Wheelchair Alliance talks about its latest report which uncovered a postcode lottery when it comes to wheelchair services. We meet 19-year-old Lachlan from Devon who has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and needs a wheelchair most of the time, but he's been waiting nearly a year for a chair that fits him properly.And at 24, Ellie Middleton was diagnosed as being autistic and having ADHD. Her book Unmasked talks about why women and girls often get diagnosed late in life, and how she felt vindicated that she wasn't a bad person - something she had come to believe.Presenters: Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey. Recorded and mixed by MC Dave O'Neill. And Produced by Beth Rose, Alex Collins, Hayley Clarke and Emma Tracey. The Editor is Damon Rose, Senior Editor Sam Bonham."Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All" plays the latest edition of the programme. Follow us on X, formerly Twitter, @BBCAccessAll and on old-fashioned email we're access.all@bbc.co.uk

We head to Cologne, Germany, where we catch-up with the man they dubbed the parastronaut - former Paralympian and surgeon John McFall. He was recruited by the European Space Agency one year ago to work out how space travel might be different for disabled people. He tells us about his findings so far and we ask about recent headlines which claim his prosthetic leg would poison those aboard a space station. Gogglebox's Simon Minty, and former host of Ouch, joins us and chats about growing up with his non-disabled sister and fellow Goggleboxer Jane and how in recent years he has been competing at the World Dwarf Games…and winning medals! Plus Nikki Fox, host and BBC Disability Correspondent, is given 60 seconds to round-up the latest benefits situation introduced in the chancellor's Autumn Statement. Presenters: Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey. Recorded and mixed by DJ Dave O'Neill. Produced by Alex Collins, Emma Tracey and Damon Rose. Edited by Beth Rose, senior editor is Sam Bonham. Find us on BBC Sounds every week and subscribe there, or wherever you get your podcasts. Holler "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All". Contact us by email: accessall@bbc.co.uk and follow us on X, formerly twitter, on @bbcaccessall.

Actor Ruth Madeley plays wheelchair-using Shirley Anne Bingham in the first of three Doctor Who anniversary specials, with the first one kicking off on Saturday 25 November. Joining her is super-fan Tom Harries, known as Tharries on his YouTube channel. The surprises are being kept tightly under wraps so take a listen to see if you think Ruth has given away any clues to diehard followers of the blue police box. Shadow disability minister Vicky Foxcroft joins us to talk about her vision for improving the lives of disabled people. From education to cost of living, mental health act reforms and more, see how her plans differ from those currently out there and overseen by Tom Pursglove, her opposite in government who we spoke to a few weeks ago. Plus, with the new series of I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here having just hit our screens, which reality show would Nikki be able to do? Our two presenters kick this about with some surprising revelations. Presented by Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey. Recorded and mixed by DJ Dave O'Neill. Produced by Beth Rose, Alex Collins, Betty Douglas and Emma Tracey. The editor is Damon Rose, the senior editor Sam Bonham. The podcast drops late every Monday evening, subscribe on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Also, say "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All" and you'll hear our very latest episode. We are @bbcaccessall on the X platform - follow us like a baby bear cub follows its mom. Doctor Who is 60 this week, and the first of three anniversary episodes go out on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 25 November.

Harry Potter stuntman, David Holmes, opens up about his life-changing accident when he dislocated his spinal cord on the set of The Deathly Hallows Part 1, leading to paralysis. He also talks about his firm friendship with Harry Potter himself, Daniel Radcliffe. There's a lot going on at the heart of government – and that's not including the government shuffle. The BBC has uncovered potential benefit changes for people who are unable to work due to health conditions. Social affairs correspondent Michael Buchanan, who got the scoop, fills us in. And Mental Health Act reforms failed to be included in the King's Speech at the Opening of Parliament which sets out the government's priorities. What does that mean for the 40-year-old Act widely thought to need an update? Olly Parker from the charity Young Minds breaks it down for us. Presented by Emma Tracey and Nikki Fox. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. Producers are Beth Rose, Emma Tracey and Alex Collins. The editor is Damon Rose. Senior editor, Sam Bonham. Follow us on X - @bbcaccessall or email accessall@bbc.co.uk. You can hear the latest edition on Alex by telling Alexa “Ask the BBC for Access All”. A transcript of this programme is available too – best found by googling it.

Paying by card is simple for most of us, but for some visually impaired people, newer, touch screen card readers can be a problem. RNIB's Dave Williams tells us about the challenges as well as the workarounds. And lawyer Chris Fry joins us to explain where we stand legally. We have Georgina Rose back with us, Strictly Come Dancing's first live audio describer. She shares all her behind-the-scenes secrets with us, from how she preps to commentate on the sequins and how to squeeze in a speedy bathroom break. And there's a new kids show in town, MixMups uses stop-motion animation to reframe disabled characters and stories for the next generation. Nikki and Emma catch up with the show's creator Rebecca Atkinson and get introduced to Pockets, Giggle and Spin. Presented by Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey. Mixed by Gareth Jones. Produced by Emma Tracey, Drew Hyndman, Bethan Ashmead, Beth Rose and Alix Pickles. The editor is Damon Rose and the senior editor is Jonathan Aspinwall. Subscribe on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Say "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All". Email accessall@bbc.co.uk and on X we're @BBCAccessAll.

We meet actor Eloise Pennycott from BBC Three's Phoenix Rise. She lost her hearing four years ago and now, at 18, is one of the sparkiest deaf/disabled people we've come across for a while. She talks about her character Daisy who she describes in unflattering terms but loves playing. We look at the latest statistics for disability hate crime in England and Wales, with Ali Gunn, head of policy at the charity United Response which campaigns against disability hate crime, and Mark Brooks from social care provider, Dimensions, who also shares his personal experience. And we catch-up with the people of York who are overjoyed that Blue Badge parking will return to the city centre. We also look at your feedback about how easy – or not – it is to weigh yourself. Presented by Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. Produced by Beth Rose, Alix Pickles, Emma Tracey and Drew Hyndman. The editor is Damon Rose and the senior editor is Jonathan Aspinwall. Subscribe on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. Say "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All". mail accessall@bbc.co.uk and on X we're @BBCAccessAll.

Minister for Disabled People, Tom Pursglove, joins Nikki Fox In the studio to talk about what he's been up to since taking over the role in 2022. They go deep into topics including work, benefits and his love of cricket… If politics isn't your thing, reality TV might be. Jay from the latest series of Married At First Sight joins Nikki and Emma Tracey to talk the three L's – love, Luke and limb difference. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. Produced by Beth Rose, Alix Pickles and Drew Hyndman. Editor is Damon Rose and exec editor is Jonathan Aspinwall. “Alexa, play Access All form the BBC” is one way of hearing our latest show, and making sure you subscribe on BBC sounds is another. Email the team on accessall@bbc.co.uk

When Lizzie posted on Facebook that she hasn't been able to weigh herself for years, including through three pregnancies, it sparked our interest about access to scales. Gillian also told us she's been trying to keep check of her weight during a health kick but it's been 22 years since she was last able to get on scales. And Dr Georgie Budd offers some thoughts and suggestions around this dilemma. We talk emotional support animals after an incident in Florida where one particularly scary example was banned from a ball game. And the cruelly named Elephant Man, Joseph Merrick, is depicted on stage like never before courtesy of young actor Zak Ford-Williams who has cerebral palsy but doesn't use prosthetics or alter his facial appearance. Recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill. Produced by Alix Pickles, Drew Hyndman, Emma Tracey and Beth Rose. Editor is Damon Rose, and exec editor is Jonathan Aspinwall. "Alexa, play Access All from the BBC" is one way of hearing our latest show, and making sure you subscribe on BBC Sounds is another. email the presenters Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey now: accessall@bbc.co.uk

This week the government launched Ask, Don't Assume, a campaign to encourage the public to ask before trying to assist disabled people. However, Disability Rights UK accused them of “purple washing” and called the government “murderous” in a post on X. We also speak to disability rights campaigner Dr Amy Kavanagh, who fears it will encourage invasive questions. Mik Scarlett joins Nikki Fox to talk through your feedback about last week's episode and our very own Emma Tracey's new upcoming episode of The Climate Question all about disabled people's safety. And do you know how to be more penguin? If not, find out from Hamzeh who talks about his new play, Penguin. It follows his life from a village in Syria, to a Jordanian refugee camp, and his current home in Gateshead in the North-East of England. Sound recording and mixing by Mike Regaard and Dave O'Neill. Produced by Beth Rose, Alix Pickles and Drew Hyndman. The editor was Damon Rose and the exec editor was Jonathan Aspinwall. "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All" will bring you the latest episode on your smart speaker. Please X us on @bbcaccessall or email accessall@bbc.co.uk

Budgets are tight at local authorities across the country and this week, Bristol City Council launched a consultation on what it calls its ‘Fair and Affordable Care Policy'. Some residents fear the policy, if implemented, could see them relocated to care homes if that's seen as “best value” to the wider community. We speak to Mark Williams, a Bristol resident and part of the Bristol Reclaiming Independent Living group and Mikey Erhardt who is a campaigner from Disability Rights UK. Strictly Come Dancing is back for 2023 and, for the first time, the opening episode was audio described as it was being broadcast. We take a listen to it, and Emma looks at the reaction amongst the blind community on social media. And it's been five years in the making, but a brand new whodunit has been released in London. Imposter 22 is co-created by learning disabled and autistic actors. We speak to Charlene Salter who has been involved since the beginning. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Emma Tracey presents this week's show with members of the production team putting in an appearance. Sound recording and mixing by Dave O'Neill. Produced by Beth Rose, Emma Tracey, Jack Taylor, Drew Hyndman and guest Keiligh Baker. The editor was Damon Rose. Exec editor Jonathan Aspinwall Tell your smart speaker “Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All” and you'll get the very latest edition. Or subscribe to Access All via BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. On the X platform we're @bbcaccessall, Instagram bbcaccessall and you can email accessall@bbc.co.uk

Email accessall@bbc.co.uk with stories that you want Access All to cover. Our hosts, Nikki Fox and Emma Tracy really want to hear your ideas. In this episode, we're checking out access in Japan. How does it compare to the UK? Nikki and Emma talks to influencer Lucy Edwards ahead of her two-part documentary on the country and tells us about the robot guide dog she got to try out. There's more debate around the proposed railway ticket office closures with disability organisations giving evidence about how it could negatively affect disabled people. The government and rail companies say we no longer need constantly staffed offices if people mostly buy tickets online. Access All finds out more. Newly released figures show that since 2020 the proportion of disabled people in science, tech, engineering and maths jobs has fallen dramatically. Research Scientist in Magnetic Resonance Imaging at the University of Manchester, Hamied Haroon, is a mentor for the Lightyear Foundation which helps young disabled people get into science. Access All also talks to Paul Murdin, Senior Fellow at the Institute of Astronomy at Cambridge University - the man who first identified a black hole. Both scientists are disabled. Access All is hosted by Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey. It's recorded and mixed by Dave O'Neill and this week's producers were Drew Hyndman and Jack Taylor. The editor was Damon Rose, with senior editor Jonathan Aspinwall. Remember - say to your smart speaker: "Ask the BBC to play Access All". And find us on X @bbcaccessall

This week, out-of-the-blue, the government released a consultation on changes to the Work Capability Assessment, which it had previously announced it would scrap. Nikki Fox and Emma Tracey unravel what it could mean for you with James Taylor, executive director of strategy at the charity Scope. New BBC Two programme, Helping Our Teens, shows child behavioural expert Marie Gentles assisting school children at risk of permanent exclusion and those with other emotional support needs. We talk to Marie about her methods and also to Jayliyah (and her mum) who are also on the TV programme. Jayliyah was given a diagnosis of ADHD and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD) and we look at her new found success. Writer and wheelchair-user Lucy Webster has just released her book - The View From Down Here. She discusses what she calls "sexist ableism" and how she goes about sacking her personal assistants when things start to go wrong... Sound recording and mixing by the talented Dave O'Neill. Produced by Beth Rose, Emma Tracey and Keiligh Baker. The editor was Damon Rose. Exec editor Jonathan Aspinwall. Tell your smart speaker "Alexa, ask the BBC for Access All" and you'll get the very latest edition. It's so simple it's ridiculous. Or subscribe to Access All via BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts. On the X platform we're @bbcaccessall and you can email accessall@bbc.co.uk

Offenders will be made to attend sentencing hearings under new laws. Farah Naz, the aunt of Zara Aleena, who was killed in 2022, joins Adam to talk about her experience of the perpetrator not attending his sentencing. Former Old Bailey judge Wendy Joseph KC explains the difficulties of forcing criminals into the dock. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has said that the UK will not disengage with China as he travels to Beijing for talks. Cindy Yu, the Assistant Editor at the Spectator and host of the magazine's Chinese Whispers podcast discusses whether the UK is reliant on China. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Clare Williamson and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The editor is Damon Rose.

How did a technical issue lead to hundreds of cancelled flights? An investigation has been launched over UK flight disruption that has left thousands of passengers stranded. Former air traffic controller, Michele Robson and operating director at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Paul Staples, join Sima Kotecha to help us understand the system that should keep planes taking off on time. Newscasters Bex and Lydia also share their experience of cancelled flights. And, the Ultra Low Emission Zone has expanded to include all London Boroughs. Claims and counter claims are being made about the scheme's effectiveness. BBC science journalist Esme Stallard helps us get to the truth. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Sima Kotecha. It was made by Chris Flynn with Maddie Drury and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Phil Bull. The editor is Damon Rose. 00:00 - Exciting Newscast news 02:27 - Inside the flight control room 16:55 - Fact checking ULEZ claims

Three people have been arrested and are suspected of spying for Russia in the UK. It's BBC correspondent Daniel De Simone's exclusive, and he's in the studio to give the background. And, information from 10,000 employees at the Police Service of Northern Ireland has been mistakenly released. An ex PSNI officer is on to discuss why many are feeling unsafe as a result, as well as Jordan Dunbar, presenter of BBC podcast series Blood On The Dance Floor, which is about the killing of a Northern Irish police officer. BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner describes what the intelligence services are focussing on, and is on throughout. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by James Cook. It was made by Chris Flynn with Clare Williamson and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The editor is Damon Rose. This podcast has been edited since it was first published to delete a section in which a contributor said police suspect the Real Ira of the shooting of an officer and the killing of journalist Lyra McKee. In fact police believe the New Ira are responsible. 01:04 - PSNI data leaks 14:32 - Three are suspected of spying for Russia 20:38 - The focus of British intelligence services

At least 96 people died in wildfires in Hawaii, making them the deadliest in the US in more than a century. CBS reporter Jessica Kartalija is on the island of Maui and tells us about why the toll is so large, and the questions being asked in its aftermath. What can be done to mitigate against wildfires and make towns and cities more resilient? We talk to Dr Kimiko Barrett, an adviser to the Biden administration on wildfires, and analyst at Headwaters Economics. And Americast host Justin Webb explains how the events are playing out in American politics. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's episode is hosted by James Cook. It was made by Chris Flynn with Joe Wilkinson and Clare Williamson. The technical director is Gareth Jones and the editor was Damon Rose. 00:00 - James Cook's experience of reporting on wildfires 02:54 - The situation in Maui 12:02 - Why the fires spread so fast, and the political reaction

Understanding the asylum system, and the benefits of 5000 steps. Chief political correspondent Nick Eardley discusses the government's latest immigration policy proposals and leading immigration barrister Colin Yeo explains how the legal system works for asylum seekers. New research says that doing more than just 3967 steps a day can boost your health. Stats legend Sir David Speigelhalter explains what the numbers mean, and best-selling author of The Salt Path, Raynor Winn, tells Adam how walking has changed her life. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Gemma Roper and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. The editor is Damon Rose. 01:40 - Understanding the asylum system 21:35 - The benefits of 5000 steps

How to stop the next pandemic One of the UK's most secretive research centres has been looking into Disease X. James Gallagher and Professor Dame Jenny Harries tell us more about how the centre hopes to safeguard the UK against the next pandemic. The BBC's Ellie Price explains what's going on as the first asylum seekers board the Bibby Stockholm housing barge in Dorset. After a tense penalty shootout, the Lionesses have made it to the quarter-finals! Former England goalie Siobhan Chamberlain joins Adam to celebrate. And Marianna Spring has returned to Conspiracyland for the next episode in her series Marianna in Conspiracyland. She tells us about her latest investigation which takes her to Ireland. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Miranda Slade and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The editor was Damon Rose. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham and Jonathan Aspinwall.

Hottest June on record, and July heat near 'impossible' without climate change. Four records have been broken so far this year relating to the world's climate. To discuss each of them, and understand how they could be linked, Adam is joined by climate editor Justin Rowlatt, as well as climate scientist Ed Hawkins. Tim Leunig, former economic adviser to the then-chancellor Rishi Sunak is also on to go through green solutions on the table and who should pay for them. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://discord.gg/HKHAQAYKfK. Today's Newscast was hosted by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Miranda Slade and Alex Collins. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. The news editor was Damon Rose.

Wildfires on several Greek islands have left many Brits worrying about how to get home, including BBC sports journalist Warren Muggleton, who was on holiday in Rhodes. He joins Adam and the BBC's Azadeh Moshiri from Rhodes airport to discuss the impact of the fires on residents and tourists. And Katya Adler is in Madrid unpacking Spain's election results and reflecting on what says about extreme politics in Europe. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://discord.gg/HKHAQAYKfK. Today's Newscast was hosted by Adam Fleming. It was made by Daniel Wittenberg with Miranda Slade, Alex Collins and Douglas Hodgson. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The news editor was Damon Rose.

Fast food chain workers speak out over sexual abuse claims. Adam is joined by employment correspondent Zoe Conway and business reporter Noor Nanji who reveal how young people in particular are impacted. We hear from Christine, a former worker who tells us about her own experiences. McDonald's said it would look into all reports of harassment, abuse or discrimination of any kind and that proven allegations would be met with "the most severe measures we can legally impose, up to and including dismissal". With three seats up for grabs in the House of Commons, Chris Mason and Alex Forsyth unpack this week's upcoming by-elections. They also look at what's next after the government's Illegal Migration Bill cleared hurdles in the House of Lords. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://discord.gg/HKHAQAYKfK Today's Newscast was hosted by Adam Fleming. It was made by George Dabby with Alex Collins and Madeleine Drury. The technical producer was Frank McWeeny. The editor is Damon Rose.

Why are temperatures soaring around the world? Amol Rajan comes on Newscast to talk about his new job as host of University Challenge and gives us his thoughts on the BBC presenter scandal after a week of allegations in the media. And the BBC's Climate Editor, Justin Rowlatt, dials in from Spain to bring us the latest news from Europe's heatwave. Eleni Myrivili, the United Nation's Chief Heat Officer, joins him to discuss how societies must adapt to higher temperatures. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by George Dabby with Miranda Slade, Gemma Roper and Alex Collins. The technical producer was Frank McWeeny. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.

Meta will launch a Twitter rival app on Thursday. Adam is joined by Shiona McCallum, BBC tech reporter, and Vivian Schiller, the former head of news at Twitter, to talk about the effect they expect it to have on our online lives. Chris Mason is also on with the latest as the police reopen an investigation into a 'jingle and mingle' event at Conservative HQ while Covid restrictions were in place. And, business editor Simon Jack has been investigating what's going on with Nigel Farage's bank accounts, after Mr Farage claimed an account of his was shut for political reasons. We hear what he's found. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Alex Collins and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The news editor was Damon Rose.

The ex-health secretary says pandemic planning was "completely wrong" in Covid inquiry evidence. Health reporter Jim Reed, who spent three hours watching the testimony joins Adam, along with Emma Norris from the Institute for Government. Also, a damning report into English and Welsh cricket says racism, sexism, classism and elitism are widespread in the game. West Indies cricket legend Michael Holding, and former professional cricketer now journalist, Isabelle Westbury, give their reaction. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Miranda Slade, George Dabby, Alex Collins and Jack Taylor. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.

It's the first day of the Ashes - can Felix White from the Tailenders podcast on BBC Sounds convince Adam to embrace cricket? A capsized fishing boat carrying migrants is feared to be one of Europe's worst migrant disasters. BBC reporter Sophia Bettiza and chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet discuss what's happening in southern Greece. And Adam Kay, author of This Is Going to Hurt and a former junior doctor, chats about his new book - Undoctored - as well as this week's junior doctor strikes in England. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Fiona Leach, George Dabby, Miranda Slade and Alex Collins. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.

Boris Johnson accuses Rishi Sunak of “talking rubbish” as row erupts over honours. Chris Mason explains what it's all about. And there are more former leaders in the news… Europe editor Katya Adler reflects on the colourful political life of Silvio Berlusconi following his death at 86. Scotland editor James Cook explains how the arrest of Nicola Sturgeon has been playing out politically. Disinformation and social media correspondent Marianna Spring talks about her new podcast Marianna in Conspiracyland. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn, George Dabby and Alex Collins. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. The senior news editor is Damon Rose.

Explaining Prince Harry's court case against Mirror Group Newspapers BBC media editor Katie Razzall and lawyer Mark Stephens talk Adam Fleming through the first day of the trial and discuss what Prince Harry will have to face when he takes the stand on Tuesday. Chris Mason is back after parliamentary recess and he tells us what Rishi Sunak had to say about illegal migration when he was in Kent today. And beloved children's author Michael Morpurgo talks about his new book, the environment, King Charles and children's literacy. Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Ben Carter with George Dabby and Rufus Gray. The senior news editors are Damon Rose and Sam Bonham.

The shadow chancellor's American dream Economics Editor Faisal Islam is in the hot seat. Labour's Rachel Reeves has been in New York and Washington to talk about how one of the US administration's flagship policies has inspired her own economic vision. America's Inflation Reduction Act will boost the green economy and provide huge subsidies to consumers who buy American-made products. How might a similar scheme work in the UK? He also gets chancellor Jeremy Hunt's thoughts. Faisal also asks Octopus Energy founder Greg Jackson and Andy Palmer, chairman of electric car battery company InoBat, how the plans might work in practice. Today's Newscast was presented by Faisal. It was made by Ben Carter with Miranda Slade, Rufus Gray and George Dabby. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.

What will Rishi Sunak do with the home secretary? Suella Braverman says she is "confident nothing untoward happened", but has refused to be drawn over whether she asked civil servants to arrange a one-to-one speed awareness course for her. Standing in for Adam today are Americast presenters Marianna Spring and Justin Webb, who are joined by Newsnight political editor Nick Watt and Sir Jonathan Jones, who was the government's most senior lawyer, to take part in their very own ‘ministerial code awareness course'. And a new investigative journalism team called BBC Verify has been launched today, tasked with countering disinformation and fact checking. But how exactly does it work? Today's Newscast was presented by Marianna Spring and Justin Webb. It was made by Tim Walklate with Rufus Gray and George Dabby. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The senior news editor is Damon Rose.

Adam opens Fleming's Farm and ploughs through trade deals, food security and labour shortages in the farming industry with BBC economics editor Faisal Islam and Anna Hill, presenter of Farming Today. Love Island star and sheep farmer Will Young dials in to discuss what it's like working in the profession. And, BBC gaming correspondent Steffan Powell is in the studio to explain Microsoft's Activision takeover, which was approved by the EU but vetoed by the UK. Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Ben Carter, Chloe Desave, Rufus Gray and Joe Wallace. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.