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Of all the people affected by the terrorist attacks on 11 September, one of the greatest impacts was on children. Sara Parker has visited schools throughout the UK to talk to children about how they tried to come to terms with what they witnessed on television and in newspapers. In words, music and drama they express how their own lives and feelings of security have been affected.
Producer Simon Elmes

Contributors

Unknown:
Sara Parker
Producer:
Simon Elmes

New comedy series by Emma Clarke about a group of retired private investors, the Cheadle Chancers.

Fitted-kitchen mogul Maurice suspects he's being investigated by the mysterious stock-market online. But are the Men in Beige who they seem?

Contributors

Writer:
Emma Clarke
Original music by:
Big George
Director:
Jim Poyser
Maurice:
Ken Campbell
Don:
Michael Angelis
Alma:
Ann Rye
Norma:
Brigit Forsyth
Eric:
Roy Barraclough
Maureen:
Judith Barker
Kieran:
Paul Loughran
Peter:
Mark Chatterton

rThe noises and voices that made up the day-to-day life in the Twin Towers have been collected and preserved by Nikki Silva and Davia Nelson , known as the Kitchen Sisters, and made into a soundscape memorial to the World Trade Center. Silva and Nelson talk about the inspiration forthis enormously ambitious audio project and what moved them most. Producer Ruth Evans Extended 10.30am

Contributors

Unknown:
Nikki Silva
Unknown:
Davia Nelson
Producer:
Ruth Evans

I As they faced death, many of the passengers on the planes on 11 September, and those trapped in the I World Trade Center, sent final messages to their families and friends. Almost without exception, these were messages of love. Anthony Sher reads a specially commissioned poem by Michael Symmons Roberts that explores voices and silences, last words and fragile networks that connect us with each other. Original music is composed by John Harle. Producer Jeremy Grange
Eyewitness accounts: page 28

Contributors

Unknown:
Anthony Sher
Unknown:
Michael Symmons Roberts
Composed By:
John Harle.
Producer:
Jeremy Grange

3: The Middle Finger- Sticking Its Head above the Parapet. Our longest finger is the most vulnerable to injury. But, like all fingers, it gives doctors vital clues to our health. Claudia Hammond discovers that a quick examination will tell whether we're anaemic or in the throes Of liver disease. Fordetails see Monday

Contributors

Unknown:
Claudia Hammond

As the "season of mists and mellow fruitfulness" falls outside, our inside world is increasingly weatherless in temperature-controlled offices and homes. So how has air conditioning transformed living and working practices? Laurie Taylor looks at the impact of this invisible technology. Producer Jacqueline Smith

Contributors

Unknown:
Laurie Taylor
Producer:
Jacqueline Smith

By PG Wodehouse. Dramatised by Roger Davenport. 6: Mulliner's Buck U-uppo. Augustine Mullinerfinds that his Uncle Wilfred's latest potion transforms him into a tiger, with lasting impact on his marriage prospects and his role in the church. Director Ned Chaillet

Contributors

Unknown:
Pg Wodehouse.
Dramatised By:
Roger Davenport.
Unknown:
Augustine Mullinerfinds
MrMulliner:
Richard Griffiths
Miss Postlethwaite/Jane/Aunt Angela:
Matilda Ziegler
A port/Rev Brandon:
Peter Acre
A light ale:
Martin Hyder
A pint of stout/The bishop:
David Timson
A small bitter/Augustine:
Carl Prekopp
Another small bitter/Wilfred:
Tom George
Mrs Wardle:
Sandra Clark

Mark Lawson meets Sam Mendes , whose second film, Road to Perdition, starring Tom Hanks and Paul Newman , opens in Britain next week. Producer Sally Spurring

Contributors

Unknown:
Mark Lawson
Unknown:
Sam Mendes
Unknown:
Tom Hanks
Unknown:
Paul Newman

Testing the Nation. Nick Ross chairs a panel of leading thinkers and decision-makers as they cast a critical eye over matters of public policy. This week they look at methods of testing and assessment and ask whether, especially in light of the current pressure on schools and pupils, we test for the right things in the 21st century. Producer Sara Nathan Rptd Saturday 10.15pm

Contributors

Unknown:
Nick Ross
Producer:
Sara Nathan Rptd

In 1979, Jim Callaghan 's Labour Government lost its Commons majority and had to rely on the support of the nationalist parties to survive. In return, they wanted devolution but it wasn't going to be easy.
Huw Edwards explains how James Callaghan lost a referendum and, in the process, lost power. Producer Chris Bond Repeated from Sunday 10.45pm

Contributors

Unknown:
Jim Callaghan
Unknown:
Huw Edwards
Unknown:
James Callaghan

Cardiovascular disease is the biggest cause of premature death worldwide and the epidemic shows no sign of slowing down. Geoff Watts examines the latest research into prevention and treatments. 3: Brave New Heart. How is the latest lab-based research gearing up to cure heart disease where current surgery and drugs can only alleviate symptoms? Producer Adrian Washbourne

Contributors

Unknown:
Geoff Watts
Producer:
Adrian Washbourne

Sketch show with Olivia Colman , Sally Hawkins , Steven Kynman , Chris Pavlo and Robert Webb. Producer Adam Bromley

Contributors

Unknown:
Olivia Colman
Unknown:
Sally Hawkins
Unknown:
Steven Kynman
Unknown:
Chris Pavlo
Unknown:
Robert Webb.
Producer:
Adam Bromley

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