A Factory in Russia

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During the Cold War, Peter White heard a fascinating rumour from Russia - that there were factories which employed the visually impaired almost exclusively. But today, initiatives offering protected employment for blind people are viewed as suspect. Society has moved toward integration and segregating workers is seen as unfashionable. But in Russia, one of the electronics factories Peter heard about is still going strong, and Peter is about to go on a special visit... Presented by Peter White Produced by Sue Mitchell.