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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.
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Published on Wednesday, 14th May 2025.

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