Love & Disability: Shifting Perceptions on TV | BFI

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The portrayal of disability and adult relationships on TV has changed significantly over the years. A panel of experts, including screenwriter Jack Thorne, actor Ruth Madeley, writer-actor Nabil Shaban, BBC Disability Lead Alison Walsh and Channel 4 Diversity and Talent Manager Ade Rawcliffe, discuss to what extent the broadcast landscape has improved.

Discussion chaired by Richard Rieser, Coordinator UK Disability History Month


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