Edinburgh’s world famous arts festival is in full swing with Emma Tracey in the Scottish capital to put on a show at Dynamic Earth in front of an audience.

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.

Lastly, we profile track and field star, Hollie Arnold, ahead of the Paris Paralympics.

Presenter Emma Tracey

Production by Daniel Gordon, Alex Collins and Claire Bates

Recorded by Dafydd Evans

Mixed by Ben Mundy

Edited 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

Don’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.

As the global shortage of ADHD medication continues, some people have told us they’re turning to unlicensed products being advertised to them online, in desperation.

Amy Barbour tells us she felt she had no option but to spend money on products which didn’t work. While, Nicky Baker from the Advertising Standards Authority explains why the organisation has banned several adverts and how AI is helping them to crack down on companies making false claims.

Consultant psychiatrist, Professor Marios Adamou gives some advice on what you should do if your medication is running low. Remember, always speak with your GP when making decisions around your ADHD medication.

Plus, bestselling author Jack Jordan joins us. He’s best known for his psychological thrillers full of twists and turns – but it was agoraphobia that got him writing his first book at the age of 17. Now aged 31, Jack’s just published his 8th novel – Redemption – which helped him accept his diagnosis of PTSD.

He also gives some tips for you budding writers out there.

Presented by Paul Carter and Emma Tracey

Editors: Beth Rose and Ben Mundy

We love to hear your reactions to the stories we cover and we’re always looking for new ones to dive into. You can reach the team by emailing [email protected] or finding @bbcaccessall on X and Instagram

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.

Presenter Emma Tracey

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.

In our final general election special we’re working through a few more topics you told us you wanted to hear about.

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.

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.

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 [email protected] 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 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 [email protected] or message @bbcaccessall on X or Instagram. Our WhatsApp number is 0330 123 9480, please begin your message with the word ACCESS.