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Breakfast

The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team

Breakfast: 17/05/2009

17/05/2009

BBC One - Breakfast, 17/05/2009

The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team.

BBC One

Match of the Day

Gary Lineker hosts the world's most famous football show.

The world's most famous football show. Gary Lineker with the big names and the big games from the Premier League.

Match of the Day: 2008/2009

Match of the Day: 2008/09: 17/05/2009

2008/09

BBC One - Match of the Day, 2008/09, 17/05/2009

Matches include West Manchester United v Arsenal, Newcastle v Fulham and Stoke v Wigan.

Gary Lineker presents highlights from the Premier League, with matches including Manchester United v Arsenal, Newcastle v Fulham, Stoke v Wigan and Bolton v Hull.

Gary Lineker introduces all the goals and highlights from the Premier League.

The big game sees Arsenal visit Manchester United at Old Trafford. The two teams have a fierce rivalry, which will only have deepened after their meeting in the Champions League semi-finals a few weeks ago. 

Middlesbrough fans have not had a lot to cheer about this season but they did enjoy an unlikely away victory at Aston Villa earlier this season, and have the chance to do the double over Villa at the Riverside. 

Weeks ago, Newcastle manager Alan Shearer pinpointed their home fixture with Fulham as a must-win game. Are his players up to the challenge? Wigan face the unenviable task of tackling Stoke at the Britannia Stadium, where the Potters have been incredibly strong all season. Meanwhile, Hull travel along the M62 to face Bolton. Away from the relegation zone, Everton and West Ham meet at Goodison Park, while Tottenham face Manchester City at White Hart Lane.

Match of the Day: 2008/09

The Andrew Marr Show

Andrew Marr, former BBC political editor, interviews key newsmakers

Andrew Marr, former BBC political editor, interviews key newsmakers and shines a light on what's happening in the world. Includes a review of the Sunday newspapers, weather forecast and news bulletin

The Andrew Marr Show: 17/05/2009

BBC One - The Andrew Marr Show, 17/05/2009Search BBC

Andrew Marr interviews leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg.

Analysis of a turbulent week in politics. Andrew interviews Lib Dem leader, Nick Clegg. Plus actor Juliet Stevenson and newspaper reviews by Kate Hoey MP and Mariella Frostrup.

BBC One is a TV channel that started broadcasting on the 20th April 1964. It replaced BBC Television.

The Big Questions

Nicky Campbell hosts a series of moral, ethical and religious debates.

The Big Questions: Series 2

The Big Questions: Series 2: Episode 18

Episode 18

Series 2

BBC One - The Big Questions, Series 2, Episode 18

Panellists in Leicester include Dame Ann Leslie, Dr Raj Pandit Sharma and Ajmal Masroor.

Topical live debate with Nicky Campbell, live from the Samworth Enterprise Academy, Leicester. Panellists include Dame Ann Leslie, Dr Raj Pandit Sharma and Ajmal Masroor.

The topical live debate with Nicky Campbell comes live from the Samworth Enterprise Academy, Leicester.

Taking part are Dame Ann Leslie, veteran foreign correspondent and writer for the Daily Mail; Dr Raj Pandit Sharma of the Hindu Council UK; and Ajmal Masroor, chairman of Communities in Action and a spokesperson for the Islamic Society of Britain.

Discussing moral, ethical and religious issues.

Country Tracks

Series celebrating the British countryside.

Country Tracks: Peak District Tradition

Peak District Tradition

BBC One - Country Tracks, Peak District Tradition

Ben Fogle goes on a rural journey through the Peak District, and looks at classic clips.

Ben Fogle travels through the Peak District. Starting at the Heights of Abraham, he travels first by bike and then by horse, learning about local traditions.

Ben Fogle goes on another rural journey, this time in the Peak District. 

Starting at the Heights of Abraham, Ben travels first by bike and then by horse. He finds out about the local traditions, discovers DH Lawrence's connection to the area, and has a go at cooking fish, 17th-century style.

Then for two serious challenges. He climbs a notorious rock face on the Roaches, and finishes his journey paragliding off the slopes of Shining Tor.

Along the way Ben looks back on the best of the BBC's rural programmes from this spectacular upland.

The Politics Show West

Analysis of the biggest political stories in the western counties

The Politics Show West: 17/05/2009

BBC One - The Politics Show West, 17/05/2009

Jon Sopel and David Garmston tell the political story from Downing Street to your street.

Jon Sopel and David Garmston tell the whole political story from Downing Street to viewers' streets.

Cash in the Attic

The show that turns hidden treasures into cash and viewers' dreams into reality

The show that turns hidden treasures into cash and viewers' dreams into reality.

Cash in the Attic: Series 11

Cash in the Attic: Series 11: Deek

17/05/2007

Deek

Series 11

BBC One - Cash in the Attic, Series 11, Deek

The Deek family call in the team to help clear out some junk before they move house.

Series looking at the value of household junk. The Deek family has called in the Cash team to help them declutter their house and raise 500 pounds for a day out on the road.

The Deek family is moving house and, with only a couple of weeks left, they desperately need to get rid of as much clutter as possible. They've called the Cash in the Attic team to help with the clear-out and raise 500 pounds for a day out.

The team help more people to discover hidden treasures in their own attics

Keeping Up Appearances

Social-climbing snob Hyacinth Bucket is determined to lord it over her neighbours.

Social-climbing snob Hyacinth Bucket (sorry, 'Bouquet') is determined to lord it over her neighbours. If only her long-suffering husband and family wouldn't keep dragging her down.

Keeping Up Appearances: Series 2: Episode 7: Singing for Emmet

Episode 7

Episode 7: Singing for Emmet

Singing for Emmet

BBC One - Keeping Up Appearances, Series 2, Singing for Emmet

Hyacinth finds herself with an ideal opportunity to impress Emmet with her singing.

Sitcom. Hyacinth finds herself with an ideal opportunity to impress Emmet with her singing when she discovers that he is involved in a concert at the church hall.

Hyacinth finds herself with an ideal opportunity to impress Emmet with her singing when she discovers that he is involved in a concert at the church hall. 

However, Richard has other things on his mind, dreading the thought of early retirement and having to spend more time with his wife.

Keeping Up Appearances: Series 2

Patricia Routledge stars again as Hyacinth, still trying to impress the upper classes.

Patricia Routledge stars again as Hyacinth Bucket, whose continued attempts at impressing the upper echelons of society hit more social disasters.

EastEnders Omnibus

A replay of the week's events from Albert Square

A replay of the week's events from Albert Square, following the residents as their lives intertwine with drama, excitement and tears

EastEnders Omnibus: 17/05/2009

BBC One - EastEnders Omnibus, 17/05/2009

Phil's drinking throws the Mitchells into crisis, and Tanya's love life gets a diagnosis.

Phil's drinking throws the Mitchells into crisis, Tanya's love life gets a diagnosis and Jack and Ronnie go back to basics. Jean is forced to confront the truth about her daughter.

Phil's drinking throws the Mitchell women into crisis, while Tanya's love life gets a diagnosis and Jack and Ronnie go back to basics. 

And as Stacey's behaviour spirals out of control, Jean is forced to confront the devastating truth about her daughter.

If you are affected by any of the issues in this episode of EastEnders, please visit the address below for information regarding sources of help, support, and advice:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/eastenders/news/news_20081104.shtml.

My Family

Domestic sitcom following the fortunes of Ben and Susan Harper and their children

Meet the Harpers – your ordinary, crazy family. How can Ben and Susan cope when their kids are growing up – and growing wild? Starring Robert Lindsay and Zoe Wanamaker.

My Family: Series 9

My Family: Series 9: Episode 9: Kenzo's Project

Episode 9

Episode 9: Kenzo's Project

Series 9

Kenzo's Project

BBC One - My Family, Series 9, Kenzo's Project

Kenzo's school project about the family gives everyone a chance to reflect on the past.

Sitcom about a dentist and his family. Kenzo's school project about the family gives everyone a chance to look at some of the crazier moments in the Harper history.

Domestic sitcom about a harassed dentist and his family

Domestic sitcom about a harassed dentist and his growing family, with Robert Lindsay and Zoe Wanamaker in the starring roles

Points of View

The show that lets you air your views on the BBC's television programmes.

Points of View: 2009

Points of View: 2009: Episode 7

2009

BBC One - Points of View, 2009, Episode 7Close menu

In an interview special, Jeremy Vine speaks to Jay Hunt, controller of BBC One.

In an interview special, Jeremy Vine speaks to Jay Hunt, controller of BBC One. After a year in arguably the UK's most influential TV job, what has she done for licence payers?

Programme makers respond to viewer complaints.

Songs of Praise

Inspiring hymns and songs, together with stories of faith from around the UK and beyond.

Inspiring hymns and songs, together with uplifting stories of faith from around the UK and beyond.

Songs of Praise: Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs

BBC One - Songs of Praise, Entrepreneurs

Pam Rhodes explores whether it is possible to be both a Christian and an entrepreneur.

As the credit crunch continues and people look for ways to earn money, Pam Rhodes explores whether it is possible to be both a Christian and an entrepreneur.

As the credit crunch continues and people look for ways to earn some cash and make ends meet, Pam Rhodes explores whether it is possible to be both a Christian and an entrepreneur. 

She meets people who are using their creative flair not just to make money but to make a difference, and visits the church which is home to more than a hundred community projects and social enterprises. 

There is music from Faryl Smith from Britain's Got Talent, plus some old favourites like Lord for Tomorrow and Its Needs and How Great Thou Art.

Lifeline

The BBC's monthly charity appeal programme, with appeals from well-known personalities.

The BBC's monthly charity appeal programme, in which a well-known personality introduces the vital work of a charity they care about, and appeals for donations.

Lifeline: International Medical Corps

International Medical Corps

BBC One - Lifeline, International Medical Corps

Cathy Tyson travels to Ethiopia to visit a project run by the International Medical Corps.

Cathy Tyson travels to Ethiopia to visit a project run by the charity International Medical Corps, providing psychiatric help for Somalian refugees.

In a specially extended Lifeline, Cathy Tyson travels to Ethiopia to visit a project run by the charity International Medical Corps, providing desperately needed psychiatric help for Somalian refugees with mental disorders.

To donate please call 0800 093 93 94, go online at www.bbc.co.uk/lifeline or send donations to International Medical Corps UK, Freepost, BBC Lifeline Appeal.

Last of the Summer Wine

Classic sitcom featuring the misadventures of the elderly residents of a Yorkshire village

The classic sitcom featuring the misadventures of the elderly residents of a Yorkshire village, which enjoyed a record-breaking run on UK television

Last of the Summer Wine: Series 30

Last of the Summer Wine: Series 30: Episode 5: Nobody Messes with Tony the Throat

Episode 5

Episode 5: Nobody Messes with Tony the Throat

Series 30

Nobody Messes with Tony the Throat

BBC One - Last of the Summer Wine, Series 30, Nobody Messes with Tony the Throat

Howard is deeply concerned when Pearl starts going out every day with Nelly.

Howard is concerned when Pearl starts going out every day with Nelly. Hobbo comes to his aid, and heads a surveillance party to follow them.

Howard is deeply concerned when Pearl starts going out every day with Nelly, and she will not say where. Hobbo comes to his aid, and heads a surveillance party to follow Pearl and Nelly. When the women go into a Hell's Angels club, they decide not to be hasty, and confront them later.

Gentle sitcom following the hijinks of retired folk in the Yorkshire Dales.

Gentle sitcom following the hijinks of retired folk in the Yorkshire Dales. Featuring the trio of Brian Murphy as Alvin, Bert Kwouk as Entwistle and Russ Abbot as Hobbo

RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Gardeners go for gold at the world's most famous flower show.

Beautiful blooms, dazzling designs and prize-winning plants. Gardeners go for gold at the world's most famous flower show from the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

RHS Chelsea Flower Show: 2009

RHS Chelsea Flower Show: 2009: Episode 1: Preview Show

Episode 1

Episode 1: Preview Show

Preview Show

BBC Two - RHS Chelsea Flower Show, 2009, Preview Show

Alan Titchmarsh presents an exclusive preview of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Alan Titchmarsh presents an exclusive preview of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show from the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, with a first look at the show gardens.

Alan Titchmarsh presents an exclusive preview of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show from the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. On the eve of the opening day, there is a first look at the show gardens and the floral exhibits in the great pavilion. 

Also, the emotional inspiration that lies behind the garden of one Italian designer making his Chelsea debut.

BBC Two

BBC Two is a TV channel that started broadcasting on the 20th April 1964.

BBC Two is a lively channel of depth and substance, carrying a range of knowledge-building programming complemented by great drama, comedy and arts.

Coverage from the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea.

Coverage from the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea featuring gardens and floral exhibits from around the globe.

The Weekend News

News, entertainment updates and sport, plus a look at what's making the next day's papers

News, entertainment updates and sport, plus a preview of what's making the next day's papers

The Weekend News: 17/05/2009

BBC Radio 5 Live - The Weekend News, 17/05/2009

The latest national and international news stories from the BBC, followed by Weather.

The latest national and international news stories from the BBC News team, followed by Weather.

BBC Radio 5 Live

The UK’s home of live news and live sport.

The UK’s home of live news and live sport. With live Premier League and FA Cup football, and Formula 1, Olympics and cricket coverage.

Points West

The regional news programme for the West of England

BBC Points West

Points West: 17/05/2009

BBC One - Points West, 17/05/2009

The latest news, sport, weather and features from the West of England.

Countryfile

The people, places and stories making news in the British countryside

The people, places and stories making news in the British countryside.

Countryfile: 17/05/2009

BBC One - Countryfile, 17/05/2009

Matt Baker and Julia Bradbury head for the south Cotswolds for one of its busiest weekends

Rural affairs. Matt Baker and Julia Bradbury head for the south Cotswolds. Julia checks out royalty at the Badminton Horse Trials, and Matt joins a celebration of vintage planes.

Rural affairs. Matt Baker and Julia Bradbury head for the south Cotswolds as the area prepares for one of its busiest weekends of the year.

Julia's at the Badminton Horse Trials to find out why the event, which is a firm favourite with the Royal Family, now attracts 'showbiz royalty' including Katie Price, better known as glamour model Jordan. Just fifteen miles away, Matt takes to the skies as he joins the crowds gathered for a celebration of vintage planes, before heading off to meet a Cotswolds couple who say the best way to get close to nature is by gardening in the nude.

Down on the farm, Adam Henson tests out new farm machinery which promises to save money - and the planet - by reducing the amount of fertiliser needed to grow crops. Plus Katie Knapman discovers what makes Lundy Island such a special place 40 years after the National Trust acquired it for the nation, and the programme meets a man who has combined his passion for bikes and butchery to offer a unique service to farmers.

Inspector George Gently

Crime drama about an old-school detective trying to cope with Britain in the 1960s.

Crime drama, set in the 1960s, about an old-school detective trying to come to terms with a time when the lines between the police and criminals have become blurred.

Inspector George Gently: Series 2

Inspector George Gently: Series 2: Episode 3: Gently in the Blood

Episode 3

Episode 3: Gently in the Blood

Gently in the Blood

BBC One - Inspector George Gently, Series 2, Gently in the Blood

Gently and Bacchus investigate the rape and murder of a young woman.

Crime drama. When a young woman is raped and murdered, Gently and Bacchus are thrown into a world of racial intolerance, sexual jealousy and turf warfare.

Crime drama about an old-school detective coming to terms with 1960s Britain.

Reggie Perrin

Sitcom centred around Reggie Perrin, a frustrated middle-aged executive.

Sitcom centred around Reggie Perrin, a middle-aged executive who finds himself becoming increasingly frustrated with his life.

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