Access All: Disability News and Mental Health

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 TraceyProduction by Daniel Gordon, Alex Collins and Claire BatesRecorded by Dafydd EvansMixed by Ben MundyEdited by Ben Mundy and Beth Rose

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 Carter Production by Daniel Gordon and Alex Collins Recorded by Jonny Hall Mixed by Ben Mundy Edited by Beth Rose and Ben MundyDon’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.

Jack Jordan, a bestselling author renowned for his psychological thrillers, opens up about his experiences with agoraphobia and PTSD. He shares how these challenges propelled him to write at a young age and inspired his latest novel, Redemption. The conversation also touches on the growing issue of ADHD medication shortages and the dangers stemming from unlicensed products marketed online. Alongside experts, they delve into the ethical implications of misleading advertisements targeting vulnerable individuals seeking help.

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 Tracey Production by Alex Collins and Daniel Gordon Recorded and mixed by Dave O’Neill Edited by Beth Rose

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 Tracey Production by Daniel Gordon and Alex Collins Recorded and mixed by Dave O’Neill Edited by Ben Mundy and Beth Rose

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 Tracey Production by Alex Collins and Natasha Fernandes Sound recording and editing by Dave O’Neill Edited by Beth Rose We always love to hear form you. Get in touch by emailing accessall@bbc.co.uk or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.

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 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 accessall@bbc.co.uk or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.

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 Mayo Sound recording and editing: Dave O’Neill Editors: 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 accessall@bbc.co.uk or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.

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 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 accessall@bbc.co.uk or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.

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 Mims Davies, the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work for the Conservative 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 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 accessall@bbc.co.uk or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.