Documentary: BBC’s Britain's Nuclear Bomb Scandal: Our Story

This Wednesday, the BBC aired Britain’s Nuclear Bomb Scandal: Our Story, a deeply moving and revealing documentary that sheds light on the devastating human cost of the UK’s nuclear bomb tests. Through the voices of veterans like John Morris, who witnessed the tests on Christmas Island in the 1950s, the film uncovers harrowing stories of health conditions, genetic damage, and loss that have haunted these men and their families for decades. The program also examined allegations of cover-ups, including the destruction of medical records and secret radiation tests, sparking renewed calls for justice.

This documentary is essential viewing, offering not only a window into a troubling chapter of British history but also a powerful case for transparency and accountability. As the veterans fight for recognition and answers, the film poignantly explores the enduring impact of these tests, including their toll on Indigenous communities in Australia. Catch up on iPlayer here.

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