The latest shipping forecast.
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
A reflection and prayer with the Rev Dr Bert Tosh. Show more
Farming Today
UK agriculture productivity, dairy farmers embracing change, Oxford Farming Conference and walking with alpacas
13 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LW
A report tells UK farmers to get fit for the future in order to compete. Plus how two farmers are embracing change, more from the Oxford conference and rambling with alpacas. Show more
Tweet of the Day
Doug Allan on the Snowy Sheathbill
2 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
In his recollections about his encounters with birds in Antarctica, wildlife cameraman Doug Allan recalls watching an opportunistic snowy sheathbill. Show more
Morning news and current affairs. Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
In 1980, the tiny country of Iceland did something no other nation had done. They elected a female head of state. Lyse Doucet travels to Iceland to talk to Vigdis Finnbogadottir. Show more
After 28 years as a Scientologist, Martin Padfield explains what it was like to leave what many consider a dangerous cult and how tough it has been to rediscover his own identity. Show more
Celebrating the programme's 90th anniversary, a space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music. Led by Canon Angela Tilby. Show more
Are ideas of masculinity changing - and what are the consequences for men in society and in family relationships? Jane Garvey talks to listeners about their views and experiences. Show more
There’s an investigation into the wardship of the Curtey children and a worrying encounter with an old friend. Stars Bryan Dick. Show more
The Listening Project
Jack and Simon - Under Fire from Life
5 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Bereavement resulted in relationship-breakdown between father and son, but sharing their loss has brought them closer than ever. Fi Glover presents. Show more
Actress Frances Barber is one of six children, her dad a bookie and her mum a dinner lady. With Alice Thomson and Rachel Sylvester, she explores the Wolverhampton of her childhood. Show more
Irish stand-up comedian Ed Byrne chats to the Pub Landlord himself Al Murray in the talk tag show. From February 2016. Show more
On this day in 1918, nearly all shipyards in the north east were at a standstill due to snow, hail and high winds, and in Tynemouth, Alan Lowther is despondent. Show more
You and Yours
Next results, Holiday habits, Power bill credit
45 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Why holidays will be different this year: we will be spending more money and time planning for shorter breaks further afield. Also, is your energy bill direct debit set too high? Show more
The latest weather forecast.
Analysis of news and current affairs.
Paul Seabright explores our trading past: cut a deal or to start a war? The links between trade and violence. From 2018. Show more
Noluthando uses her initiative, and Freddie strikes a bargain. Show more
Sebastian Baczkiewicz weaves magic and mystery into the turbulent world of Elsinore when Claudius visits the strange kingdom of Carpathia to find a wife for the man who hates him. Show more
Financial phone-in. What are the key financial skills we need to manage our money effectively, and where should we learn them? Show more
Can dogs smell cancer? Dr Mark Porter investigates the evidence for whether canine super noses can be used to accurately detect cancer. Show more
Thinking Allowed
The Housing Crisis, Squatting in Amsterdam
28 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Given the current housing crisis, Laurie Taylor asks how our homes came to be seen as sites of investment rather than as places of shelter. Also, squatting in Amsterdam. Show more
Who were the TV winners and losers over the festive period? Did you tune in for the Queen followed by an evening of Mrs Brown's Boys? Or did you have a Netflix Christmas? Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
Six O'Clock News
The government rejects claims that the NHS is in crisis, after a decision to cancel all non-urgent procedures until next month.
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Theresa May has rejected claims that the health service is in crisis this winter, saying it's better prepared "than ever before".
Jeremy presents the series that not only seconds that emotion, but explains it too. Show more
Jolene gives some good advice, and Emma is embarrassed at work. Show more
Front Row
Neil Cross, Katherine Rundell, Book prize judging
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Neil Cross, creator of Luther, talks about his new BBC One series Hard Sun and Katherine Rundell discusses her book The Explorer, winner of the 2017 Costa Children's Book Award. Show more
There’s an investigation into the wardship of the Curtey children and a worrying encounter with an old friend. Stars Bryan Dick. Show more
Anne McElvoy and Gabrielle Rifkind are joined by Charles Moore and Hugh Muir to discuss whether it is ok to be wary of those from other backgrounds. Show more
Karen Chapple discusses gentrification and how to keep our cities diverse. Show more
Documentary. Amol Rajan ask if his passion for the imperial governance and traditions of English cricket is being usurped by the power of India. Show more
In 1980, the tiny country of Iceland did something no other nation had done. They elected a female head of state. Lyse Doucet travels to Iceland to talk to Vigdis Finnbogadottir. Show more
Test Match Special
The Ashes. Australia v England. Fifth Test, the Gabba - Day 1
8 hours
on BBC Radio 4 LW
Commentary on the first day of the fifth Ashes Test between Australia and England, from Sydney.
