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Dec 16, 2020 · In the latest episode of The Archers it was revealed that three men, kept as slaves on the outskirts of Ambridge, have a learning or mental health disability. It is a side to modern...
Mar 4, 2016 · The rise of the scrounger discourse, which positions disabled benefits claimants as a drain on the system, has coincided with a rise in reported hate crime on the grounds of disability.
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Feb 14, 2019 · This week, 'The Archers' listeners witness Elizabeth’s struggles and initial acceptance of her deteriorating mental health, as the impact of her son Freddie’s prison sentence finally overwhelms her.
Dec 16, 2020 · As The Archers reveal three characters kept as slaves have a learning or mental health disability, how widespread is the problem in the UK?
You may be able to access several benefits if you have a mental health problem. Benefits can help you pay for day-to-day costs, like food, rent and childcare. And you can claim some benefits even if you’re working.
Dec 16, 2020 · The BBC radio series 'The Archers' has been tackling the issue of Modern Slavery. In the latest episode it was revealed that the three British-born men, who have been enslaved by builders and kept at a secret location, all have a learning or mental health disability.
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Dec 16, 2020 · The Archers tackles the 'hidden' connection between disability and modern slavery Wednesday 16th December 2020 As The Archers reveal three characters kept as slaves have a learning or mental health disability, how widespread is the problem in the UK?
