London 2012: When the Party’s Over

This summer Britons have feasted on national celebrations including the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and London’s Olympic Games.

When the Paralympic Games conclude in a few weeks, Britain will have to get back to reality. And that might not be easy.

The World’s Alex Gallafent reports.

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