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Secret ballots, Making friends

Peter White hears how casting a secret ballot in the election was made impossible for some blind voters, as well as the challenges of making friends when you're deafblind.

Peter White hears how casting a secret ballot in the election was made impossible for some blind voters. We listen in on a secret recording from inside a polling station.

And, loneliness amongst people with disabilities is rife, according to a recent report by Sense. Deafblind people in particular can find it very difficult to make and maintain friendships - we hear why and about what might help.

Producer: Paul Waters.

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20 minutes

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Tue 19 May 2015 20:40

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  • Tue 19 May 2015 20:40

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