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With Rev Dr Ruth Patterson of Restoration Ministries in Belfast.
One farmer says he will take the law into his own hands if trespassing on his land continues. Farming Today meets Derek Cornforth in Yorkshire who wants action to stop rural crime. Show more
This week Libby Purves is joined by Michael Allen, Giles Coren, Ludovico Einaudi and Priscilla Coleman. Show more
Presented by Jenni Murray. Margaret Atwood on 25 years of The Handmaid's Tale, Chinese classical guitarist Xuefei Yang and caring in South Asian families in the UK today. Show more
Lavinia Murray's drama inspired by the diaries of military artist David Rowlands. David joins soldiers travelling across Serb lines to collect Muslims displaced from their homes. Show more
In 1967 a convoy of ships were trapped in the Suez Canal during the Six Day War. Peter Snow tells the story of these ships and their crew. Show more
James Bond star Daniel Craig tries to get car insurance. Jon Culshaw explores famous folk's private lives. From August 2010.
Could sub-prime mortgages be making a comeback? And the Food Standards Agency takes a new look at daily levels of six food colourings. Show more
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Is BBC 4 controller Richard Klein's channel pulling its weight?, claims that the media are endangering the 2018 World Cup bid, and audience versus judges on Strictly and X Factor. Show more
Harry is pushed to the brink and Jolene spends time away from The Bull. Show more
On a school trip to Flanders a group of teachers and sixth-formers walk through the WWI trenches, where unexpected conflicts arise. Show more
Paul Lewis and guests answer calls on financial issues. Show more
Afternoon Reading
Three Stories by Mark Twain
Episode 2: The Experience of the McWilliamses With Menbranous Croup
15 minutes
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In this second story by Mark Twain a fearful fever spreads through the neighbourhood, which gets Mrs McWilliams agitated for all the wrong reasons. Show more
Brett Westwood and wildlife sound recordist Chris Watson offer help with identifying birds which are likely to be seen and heard on Britain's rocky shores. Show more
Thinking Allowed
Book publishing - Active Citizenship
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Laurie Taylor examines new research looking at the US/UK publishing trade at a time of great change in the business and explores how media reform might enhance active citizenship. Show more
All in the Mind
Young Offenders - Twenty Four Hour Memory Loss - Worrying
30 minutes
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Excessive worry can ruin lives. Claudia Hammond looks at some simple techniques that can break this debilitating habit. Plus, a new study could prevent teenagers from reoffending. Show more
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Written by Ian Hislop and Nick Newman. Spoof documentary with Kevin Eldon providing a critique of the London 2012 Olympics. Show more
Jolene plays fairy godmother while Jill has reservations about the latest news from overseas. Show more
Front Row
Screenwriter Jimmy McGovern on TV Drama Accused
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
With Mark Lawson, including an interview with screenwriter Jimmy McGovern, whose new TV drama series Accused focuses on an individual in the dock, facing judge and jury. Show more
Lavinia Murray's drama inspired by the diaries of military artist David Rowlands. David joins soldiers travelling across Serb lines to collect Muslims displaced from their homes. Show more
Should the unemployed have to work for their benefits? Combative, provocative and engaging debate, chaired by Michael Buerk. Show more
In the first of three essays exploring the subtleties of the barriers to social mobility, Lynsey Hanley asks if our social class still largely determines the education we receive. Show more
After the volcano: Tracey Logan investigates the aftermath of the Icelandic eruption that grounded air traffic across a continent and asks if we're ready for the next one. Show more
This week Libby Purves is joined by Michael Allen, Giles Coren, Ludovico Einaudi and Priscilla Coleman. Show more
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National and international news and analysis. Show more
Jim Norton reads JG Farrell's novel set against the struggle for independence. The Major receives shocking news about Angela, and is compelled to travel to London. Show more
Radio 4's performance poetry series. Featuring poets Chris Redmond and Niven Ganner. Show more
Train driver Bob is suspended after a medical. Is his career over? Stars Phil Cornwell and Roger Lloyd-Pack. From November 2010. Show more
Sean Curran reports on this week's session of Prime Minister's Questions.
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Samuel Clemens, a 29-year-old Nevada newspaper reporter, alias Mark Twain, recalls duelling in 1864. Read by Kerry Shale. Show more
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