Madeley Meets the Squatters

Documentary in which Richard Madeley enters the world of the squatter to try to discover the truth behind the provocative headlines. They are often portrayed by the media as anti-social freeloaders who contribute nothing to society, but as he becomes privy to their hidden world he discovers some surprising facts. He meets a group of people who can display a surprisingly in-depth knowledge of the legal process, and even comes across some communities who openly embrace squatters to their area. He joins some squatters as they raid supermarket bins for thrown away food, and talks to some of the exasperated landlords whose properties are currently being occupied