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Reflection and prayer to start the day with Bishop David Chillingworth of the Scottish Episcopal Church.
Farming Today
29/07/19 Sugar tax on dairy drinks? Insects, and Limestone grasslands
12 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FM
New health report says if sugar's not cut from dairy drinks, manufacturers will face levy, like sugar tax on soft drinks. Good and bad farm insects. Restoring Cotswold grassland. Show more
The latest weather forecast for farmers.
Miranda Krestovnikoff presents the long distant migrant Arctic warbler. Show more
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Peter Hennessy asks senior politicians to reflect on their life and times - today, Chris Patten, former Cabinet Minister, Hong Kong Governor, EU Commissioner and BBC Trust Chairman Show more
Woman's Hour
Theresa May's Legacy for Tory Women, Angélique Kidjo, Anna ‘Delvey’ Sorokin
42 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FMAvailable for over a year
The UK’s second female prime minister stepped down last week after a turbulent three years in office. We discuss her legacy for women in politics. Show more
4 Extra Debut. A care-worker on the front line pushed to breaking point by the restrictions of 15 minute visits. Starring Claire Rushbrook. Show more
As Stan Lane approaches his 81st birthday he's looking for someone to take over his monotype printing business. Show more
Loose Ends
Debbie Horsfield, Elaine Bedell, Sean O'Connor, Spencer Jones, Ustad Saami, Brushy One String, JP Devlin, Nikki Bedi
43 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FM
Nikki Bedi and JP Devlin are joined by Sean O' Connor, Elaine Bedell, Debbie Horsfield and Spencer Jones for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. Show more
Warlow's rages have calmed and Powyss determines to release him, in spite of contrary advice. Read by Robert Glenister. Show more
You and Yours
Children at work, MOTs in Northern Ireland, Tattoo dangers
40 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FMAvailable for over a year
Is having childcare at work really a great idea? Plus why getting your MOT sorted out in Northern Ireland could take months and how getting a tattoo could be giving you the needle. Show more
The latest weather forecast
Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Sarah Montague.
A memorial to a much-missed matriarch told through a single household object as her family celebrate the life and cookery of Audrie Guthrie, an idiosyncratic and creative mother. Show more
Emma is left humiliated and Adam is forced to reveal some harsh truths Show more
Comedy drama series about the exploits, musical and otherwise, of a string quartet. After a difficult night in Brussels, the quartet is invited to play in Italy. By Robin Brooks. Show more
Steve Punt hosts the battle of wits as students from the University Of Aberdeen take on their professors. From July 2019. Show more
Sheila joins a group of grilling gurus to cook up an al fresco feast – while addressing listeners’ barbecue queries and conundrums. Show more
An intimate portrait of a folk musician from the north east of England, whose powerful voice and stage presence belies his gentle manner. Show more
Series exploring the place and nature of faith in today's world. Show more
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4.
The 71st series of the multi award-winning comedy panel game chaired by Jack Dee
Jazzer goes too far in his quest for justice and Jim is shocked by an unexpected request Show more
Front Row
Blacking-up in opera, How to watch Shakespeare, Fiona Kidman, Carlos Cruz-Diez
28 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FMAvailable for over a year
Soprano Tamara Wilson on blacking-up in opera, How to watch Shakespeare for wary novices, Fiona Kidman's novel: This Mortal Boy and Kinetic art pioneer Carlos Cruz-Diez Show more
4 Extra Debut. A care-worker on the front line pushed to breaking point by the restrictions of 15 minute visits. Starring Claire Rushbrook. Show more
Journalist Hugh Muir explores the dilemma of being honoured for services to the British Empire for anyone whose family history is one of suffering as a result of Empire. Show more
The extraordinary story of a young man from Ghana who goes undercover on the desert migrant trail with a pair of 'secret spectacles'. Show more
Gamer and presenter Alex Humphreys talks to leading practitioners in video games to ask if its time they were better appreciated by the artistic community Show more
Peter Hennessy asks senior politicians to reflect on their life and times - today, Chris Patten, former Cabinet Minister, Hong Kong Governor, EU Commissioner and BBC Trust Chairman Show more
Biggest Russian bombardment on Ukraine yet
Nicola Sturgeon holds talks with Boris Johnson in Edinburgh
45 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 FMAvailable for over a year
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective
Warlow's rages have calmed and Powyss determines to release him, in spite of contrary advice. Read by Robert Glenister. Show more
Michael Rosen explores the sound and rhythm of English with acclaimed poet Glyn Maxwell. From nursery rhymes and nonsense poetry to Shakespeare and Bob Dylan. Show more
Josie Long presents stories about being drawn towards the ones we love, from finding love online to breastfeeding. From 2019. Show more
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
Charlotte Runcie's book explores the mythical and magical qualities of the sea. Today she considers the stars and how the Greek myths were bound up with the oceans. Show more
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