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China calls them centres for re-education. The United States says the actions of the state amount to genocide. As more testimonies emerge from China’s “re-education” camps in the Xinjiang region of China, Colin Murray speaks to a former detainee who recounts appalling abuses, a reporter who posed as a tourist to gain access to the region, and a Uighur American who fears he’ll never see his mother again following her internment. Independent estimates suggest more than a million men and women have been detained in the network of camps, while human rights groups allege mass detention and forced sterilization - both allegations are denied by the Chinese government. Journalist Isobel Yeung describes her experience of China’s Orwellian surveillance and harassment first-hand during her time in Xinjiang, and how she captured hidden-camera footage of multiple Uighur men being detained by police in the middle of the night: “It's almost laughable the amount of reasons that a Uighur individual could end up in a very

Mark Jones’ seven-year-old daughter Emily was killed by a psychiatric patient on Mothers Day 2020.He claims an NHS trust’s failings left Eltiona Skana free to kill Emily in a park in Bolton.Speaking to 5 Live’s Naga Munchetty, Mark said he will “keep fighting” until he receives an apology from the NHS.Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust said it continued to send "deepest sympathies to everyone who loved and cared for Emily".

NFL legend Osi Umenyiora speaks to Adrian Chiles about his childhood experiences of being a winner, how he found the sport of American Football and his experiences of a being black man living in the UK, Nigeria and America.

Hollyoaks fan John from Cheshire has opened up to Ashley Taylor Dawson, the actor who plays Darren Osborne in Hollyoaks, on BBC Radio 5 Live about how a suicide storyline in the soap saved their life. Speaking on 5 Live Drive, 32-year-old John thanked Ashley and said: “If that storyline hadn’t happened I would not be here. I’d be dead. That’s the reality of it. You have saved my life.” John was struggling with suicidal thoughts in lockdown last year. After watching the friends and family’s reaction of character Kyle ending his life in the soap, it “hit home” and encouraged John to open up about their feelings and seek mental health support. If you, or someone you know needs help, you can find details about how to access support by searching for ‘BBC Action Line’ or go to www.bbc.co.uk/actionline

James Comey, former Director of the FBI, reveals that President Trump told him an ‘off colour’ anecdote about Russian prostitutes in their first Oval Office conversation and his concern that the “drama” of a Federal Trial for President Trump could cause problems for incoming President Joe Biden.

From tighter restrictions, to operations, to schools - England’s chief medical officer, Professor Chris Whitty, answers callers’ questions on the current coronavirus situation. This was a simulcast on the morning of 11 January, presented by Nicky Campbell for 5 Live and Reeta Chakrabarti for the BBC News channel.

Father Christmas answers the big Christmas questions from children on 5 live Breakfast.Santa, exclusively live in 5 live's Salford studio, spoke to callers including 8-year-old Esme in Somerset, who saved her mum’s life before Christmas last year, plus he explained how he and the North Pole elves have coped with Coronavirus.You'll also hear from 5 live Breakfast's Rachel Burden and Nicky Campbell.

What do you want to know about the new Covid-19 vaccines that are being rolled out? From vaccine priority, to length of immunity, to when you can hug relatives again - we put your questions to England's deputy chief medical officer, Professor Jonathan Van Tam - a familiar speaker at the Downing Street press conferences. Co-presented by 5 Live's Rachel Burden and BBC News' Annita McVeigh. Information correct at the time of broadcasting: 0900 UK time on December 3 2020.

It is almost a year since Saskia Jones and Jack Merritt were killed in an attack at Fishmongers Hall in London. They were among five people who were stabbed by a prisoner who had been released on license during an event being held to celebrate five years of the Learning Together Programme, which helps prisoners gain qualifications alongside students from Cambridge University.Now, one of Jack Merritt's close friends, Rosca Onya, has released a song in his memory. Rosca grew up in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where he had survived the horror of war. He settled in the UK but struggled at school and became involved in crime. He was serving a prison sentence for delivering a firearm when he met Jack, a 25 year old course co-ordinator for Learning Together and the two became good friends. Rosca explains how he and Jack developed an incredibly close bond, and why he has now come to know Jack’s father as ‘Dad’.Warning: This audio contains descriptions from Rosca about his experience of racism when settling in th

Ministers are looking at how to relax coronavirus restrictions so families can celebrate Christmas together.The government's medical adviser on Covid, Susan Hopkins, said they were working on a plan and wanted Christmas to be "as close to normal as possible".5 Live's Nicky Campbell talks to listeners about what they think should be allowed, and whether they are willing to put the festive period on hold to keep cases down.

Richard McCann was five years old when his 28-year-old mum Wilma was murdered by Peter Sutcliffe. Sutcliffe, who became known as the Yorkshire Ripper, killed 13 women across Yorkshire and Manchester during a five year period in the late 1970s. Wilma was his first victim.Speaking to 5 Live's Adrian Chiles on the day of Sutcliffe's death, Richard described the search for his mum and the moment he learned she had died. He also talks about discussing her death with his own children, and why he had chosen to forgive Sutcliffe for his mum's murder.

From protests, to trailblazing, to love across cultures - 5 Live’s Alice During shares an audio collection of stories and experiences from black British people, broadcast on the network during Black History Month.Photo posed by model.

Colin Murray hears reaction to the news that FA chairman Greg Clarke has resigned after remarks he made when talking to MPs about diversity. Political commentator Femi Oluwone, Chair of Kick It Out Sanjay Bhandari and Port Vale Chair Carol Shanahan share their views on the use of language in football.Warning: This podcast contains offensive language.

It's 25 years since the Disability Discrimination Act was passed, which gave civil rights to disabled people for the first time. A survey for the BBC suggests that two-thirds of disabled people feel they are losing their rights during the coronavirus pandemic. Nicky Campbell asked people what they think has changed since the DDA was passed.

Covid-19: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces a month-long lockdown for England at Downing Street press conference. Alongside the PM was England's chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty and the government's chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance.

Victoria Derbyshire has apologised after saying she would break the rule of six in England so her family could celebrate Christmas together.The BBC presenter previously told the Radio Times her family of seven knew the risks and would be "sensible" but "we have to be together at Christmas".However, she later said her comments had been "wrong" and "hypothetical", adding that her family would "continue to follow whatever rules are in place" on 25 December.5 Live's Nicky Campbell asked callers for their reaction.You can read all the information regarding the latest coronavirus restrictions around the UK on the BBC News website.

Marcus Rashford has been talking about all the places that have joined his campaign to provide free school meals…individual businesses, local councils and more.But should it take a footballer to feed a family? BBC Radio 5 Live asked listeners what they thought.

President Trump and Joe Biden tangle over race, Covid and Trump's taxes in the final US presidential debate before the election on 3rd November, 2020.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has led the latest response to the coronavirus pandemic.It came after talks collapsed between the government and local leaders in Greater Manchester over a financial package for the region, ahead of it entering the top level of coronavirus restrictions.He was joined the medical director for NHS England, Stephen Powis,and England's deputy chief medical officer, Jonathan Van-Tam.

Artist and author of “How to Change It” Joshua Virasami is a member of the Black Lives Matter movement in the UK. He spoke to Emma Barnett about what he believes in, including defending the police, the future of activism and community development.