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The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day.
Luke Jones and Eddie Mair present the news programme that starts with its listeners. Listener Robert Ashton on why he wants to keep making mustard in Norwich. Show more
The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers.
Clare Balding takes a walk along the banks of the Severn in the company of one of the country's most prolific travel writers, Christopher Somerville, a man who walks for a living. Show more
The government says it will reward farmers in future for delivering public goods, including public health benefits. Sybil Ruscoe addresses how it might work? Show more
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News and current affairs. Including Yesterday in Parliament, Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Aasmah Mir and Suzy Klein talk to comedian Arthur Smith, circus owner Nell Gifford, operatic bass Brindley Sherratt and shepherds Holly and Hannah Jackson. Show more
Gyles Brandreth seeks to arm himself against a world trying to persuade him of everything and anything by exploring the noble and not so noble art and craft of persuasion. Show more
George Parker of the Financial Times on the political events of the week, including anti-Semitism in the Labour party and the implications of Brexit for diplomacy. Show more
Kim Jong Un's train rolls into Beijing as the North Korean leader meets President Xi. Kate Adie introduces stories and analysis from correspondents around the world. Show more
As more and more bank branches close, what do customers want from their banks, how is the sector responding and what will the bank of the future look like? Paul Lewis finds out. Show more
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. They are joined by Andy Zaltzman, Mae Martin and Beardyman. Show more
The latest weather forecast.
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Any Questions?
Nimco Ali, Tristram Hunt, Mark Littlewood, Lionel Shriver
47 minutes
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Ritula Shah presents political debate from the Radio Theatre at Broadcasting House, London. Show more
Tony Blair said this week that Brexit could still be avoided. A welcome interjection, or the last gasp of the ghost of politics past? Show more
It's 1954. Churchill sends 007 undercover to protect atomic rocket Moonraker against possible treachery. Stars Toby Stephens. Show more
Woman's Hour
Weekend Woman's Hour - Coercive Control, Mary Chapin Carpenter and Surrogacy Guidance
58 minutes
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Sarah and Annie tell their stories of coercive control and Mary Chapin Carpenter performs a song from her new album. Plus a look at new guidance on using a surrogate. Show more
Rebecca Jones with coverage of the day's news.
Evan Davis and David Aaronovitch present a special programme examining the economic and political future of the EU once Britain has left. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
The latest weather forecast.
Six O'Clock News
31/03/2018 IS 'Beatles duo' complaints anger families of murdered hostages
15 minutes
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The families of western hostages murdered by the Islamic State group have expressed anger at complaints from two British suspects that they won't face a fair trial.
Loose Ends
Martin Freeman, Irvine Welsh, Sarah Phelps, Diane Morgan, Lisa Stansfield, The Turbans, Clive Anderson
37 minutes
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Clive Anderson and Tom Allen are joined by Martin Freeman, Irvine Welsh, Diane Morgan and Sarah Phelps for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. Show more
Presenter Mark Coles explores the life of the adult film actress who is taking on Trump, revolutionising the porn industry and who has previously considered a career in politics. Show more
Saturday Review
Isle of Dogs, The Inheritance, To Throw Away Unopened, Hope to Nope
45 minutes
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Wes Anderson's animation Isle of Dogs set in a near-future Japan starring Bryan Cranston and Bill Murray, The Inheritance at the Young Vic, To Throw Away Unopened and Hope to Nope. Show more
4 Extra Debut. From top brass to gunners, pilots and ground crew, the voices of the RAF recall their lives and service. From 2018. Show more
4 Extra Debut. At 24, Boswell heads to delay the pressure of growing up. But is Corsica the adventure he was looking for? Stars Lorn Macdonald. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4, followed by weather.
Combative, provocative and engaging debate chaired by Michael Buerk. With Claire Fox, Giles Fraser, Michael Portillo and Anne McElvoy. Show more
Poetry programme. Longing, homesickness, yearning for what is just out of reach or a past that may never have existed, poet Mab Jones explores the meaning of Welsh word hiraeth. Show more
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. Followed by Weather.
When Annie skives off school, she usually hides in the cathedral. But someone else is eyeing her spot. Read by Bryony Hannah. Show more
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