{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6654dbffbcc0a7001254ce0b/67f405b40986780463da435d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Robert Buckland Interview: The assessment of the Conservative's record in government and it's party's legacy of austerity","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6654dbffbcc0a7001254ce0b/1744042173857-f47f5f03-5ed8-4ded-86f0-04ff0b5ac614.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Economic and Policy Impacts on Disabled People: A Conversation with Robert Buckland</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of DisElectAbility, the Disability Politics Podcast, host Aar Jae/Eira-Auri Williams engages in a detailed discussion with Robert Buckland, former MP and cabinet minister, focusing on disability and autism policies in the UK. They explore the economic policies over the past 15 years, the impact of austerity on disabled people, and Buckland's work with the autism employment review. Buckland also shares his personal connection to autism, insights from his political career, and perspectives on current political challenges and government actions. The episode emphasises the need for improved support, inclusivity, and policy reform to better meet the needs of disabled people in the UK.</p><p><br></p><p>Email: neurorainbowproject.com</p><p>Follow on Bluesky: @neurorainbwoproject.com </p><p>Visit: neurorainbowproject.com/diselectability for more </p><p>Please like subscribe follow and share </p><p><br></p><p>episode content:</p><p>00:00&nbsp;Introduction to Electability Podcast</p><p>00:49&nbsp;Overview of British Politics and Disability</p><p>02:23&nbsp;Economic Policies and Their Impact on Disabled People</p><p>06:38&nbsp;Political Activism and Social Media</p><p>13:41&nbsp;Interview with Robert Buckland</p><p>14:07&nbsp;Robert Buckland's Political Journey and Autism Advocacy</p><p>18:38&nbsp;Challenges and Achievements in Autism Support</p><p>25:15&nbsp;Reflections on Government Policies and Future Directions</p><p>57:13&nbsp;Closing Remarks and Future Episodes</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Neuro Rainbow Project"}