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26/11/2012

The loophole allowing tycoons to receive millions in legal aid. What does the future hold for redundant disabled workers? The health implications of being lonely in London.

Martin Bentham exposes the loophole in the legal system that's allowing tycoons to sign up for millions of pounds of legal aid whilst enjoying a luxury lifestyle. Matthew Wright finds out what the future holds for thousands of disabled workers who have lost their jobs at government-run Remploy factories. And- late night radio broadcaster Jo Good discovers why being lonely in London can be seriously bad for your health.

29 minutes

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Mon 26 Nov 2012 19:30

Rich crooks net legal aid

Rich crooks net legal aid

Dozens of super-rich criminals - some worth tens of millions - have received vast sums in legal aid despite their illicit fortunes, an Inside Out London investigation has found.

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Role Contributor
Presenter Matthew Wright
Series Producer Andy Richards
Reporter Martin Bentham
Reporter Joanne Good

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