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Blithering Nonsense

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Twenty-five years ago "blithering nonsense" was MP lain Macleod's reaction to Open University, a new concept of higher education brought into the home via television. Even
The Times asked: "Is there a demand for the service?"
Obviously there was, and the OU celebrates its silver jubilee today with this reflection on what turned out to be a good idea after all. It is presented by Willie Russell , whose play
Educating Rita focused on an Open University student and her tutor. (Something to Celeorate: the Open
University National Toast at 11. 50pm)
Stars who made thegrade
SEE FEATURE page 38

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Source: Radio Times

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