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A spiritual comment and prayer to begin the day, with the Rev Prebendary Edward Mason, rector of Bath Abbey. Show more
As another livestock market closes, the programme asks why they are so important to rural areas. And we join an interactive workshop training young farmers about dangers on farms. Show more
Steve Backshall presents the story and sound of the kestrel. Show more
Theresa May says there is 'no turning back' as Article 50 is triggered, starting the UK's exit from the EU. Susan Hulme reports on the response of MPs in the Commons. Show more
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), whose views of Mt Fuji such as The Great Wave off Kanagawa (pictured) are some of the most iconic in world art. Show more
Spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music. Show more
Woman's Hour
Live music from folk duo Twelfth Day; The challenges of being a single mum; Playwright Lindsey Ferrentino.
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Scottish harp and fiddle duo Twelfth Day play from their new album Cracks in the Room. Playwright Lindsey Ferrentino. And more about the challenges of being a single mum. Show more
After a series of dead ends, Shardlake makes a breakthrough in the secret hunt for the serial killer. Stars Justin Salinger. Show more
Crossing Continents
Brazil's modern-day Captains of the Sands
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Captains of the Sands, a Brazilian novel about street children written 80 years ago, still resonates in the 21st century. Show more
The Strictly star and former MP hosts a gathering with a twist. All his guests are from beyond the grave, long-time heroes brought back to life by the wonders of the radio archive. Show more
Tim Harford introduces inventions, ideas and innovations that have helped to create the modern economic world. Transferring money by text message is far safer than cash. Show more
You and Yours
Fraud Figures, Poundland Clothing Range and Northern Ireland Film
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Online bank card fraud is up, but will we even be using cards in five years time? Plus, Northern Ireland film businesses are preparing for life after Game of Thrones.
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What are the prospects for a good deal for the UK? The Brexit secretary has presented a bill to incorporate all EU laws into UK law. Is the US State Department fit for purpose. Show more
A journey into the human multi-sensory experience. In this episode, philosopher Barry Smith discovers the many senses involved in creating our sense of self. Show more
Lynda has to explain herself, and Harrison is in the doghouse. Show more
A young man who is well known to the police has an unusual complaint. DI Max Matthews and DS Sean Armitage bring to bear their unique style of interrogation. Show more
Clare Balding and a group of refugees and students, take the Cremyll ferry from Plymouth to Mount Edgcumbe, walking through the deer park to Cawsand village. Show more
David Tennant makes an appeal on behalf of Comic Relief. Show more
Literary magazine programme, presented by Mariella Frostrup. Show more
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BBC Inside Science
Climate change and extreme weather; Primate brain size; Earthquake forecasting; Planet 9
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Following yesterday's US House committee on technology's hearing on scientific method and climate change, Adam Rutherford meets atmospheric scientist Michael Mann. Show more
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Six O'Clock News
30/03/17 Brexit begins with Great Repeal Bill
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Parliament hears about plans to transfer thousands of pieces of EU legislation into British law through what the government is calling the Great Repeal Bill.
The American humorist reveals how turtles have featured in all his life in ‘Loggerheads’. Plus, more from his diary. From 2015. Show more
Pip is on edge, and Justin plays it cool. Show more
Front Row
Hari Kunzru, Mica Levi, Patrick Marber, Turner Prize
30 minutes
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Hari Kunzru on his new novel White Tears, Bafta- and Oscar- nominated musician Mica Levi, Patrick Marber on his reworking of Don Juan in Soho, and changes to the Turner Prize. Show more
After a series of dead ends, Shardlake makes a breakthrough in the secret hunt for the serial killer. Stars Justin Salinger. Show more
Joshua Rozenberg reports from Edinburgh prison and asks whether there are lessons for prisons in England and Wales. Show more
Evan Davis presents the business magazine. EDF has already got permission to build a nuclear station in Somerset. But that's just the start. Three nuclear rivals join Evan Davis. Show more
BBC Inside Science
Climate change and extreme weather; Primate brain size; Earthquake forecasting; Planet 9
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Following yesterday's US House committee on technology's hearing on scientific method and climate change, Adam Rutherford meets atmospheric scientist Michael Mann. Show more
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), whose views of Mt Fuji such as The Great Wave off Kanagawa (pictured) are some of the most iconic in world art. Show more
The latest weather forecast.
The World Tonight
UK sets out plans to replace all EU laws
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Brexit Secretary outlines plans to incorporate EU regulations into British law. Show more
Sarah Pinborough's best-selling psychological thriller. Louise sees Adele differently. But is it too late? Show more
The prospect of attending a wedding pushes the three couples to the limit. Stars Jack Docherty. From November 2014. Show more
Susan Hulme reports from Westminster as the government sets out its plans for a Great Repeal Bill. Show more
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Machiavelli leaves for Romagna on a diplomatic assignment to meet the Countess Caterina Sforza. Caterina - a living legend - is one of the peninsula's most ferocious rulers. Show more
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