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Inquiry into carers' payment scandal

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The government has announced an independent review of overpayments to carers - after ministers acknowledged some people had been pushed to "breaking point". We speak live to the Liberal Democrat leader - and carer - Sir Ed Davey.Also tonight:A bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales has been formally introduced in Parliament. We hear the view of the Silent Witness actor - and disability rights campaigner - Liz Carr.And the composer of the score for a newly restored silent Sherlock Holmes film.
16 Oct 5PM English United Kingdom TV & Film

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