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National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
A reflection and prayer to start the day with the Rev'd Dr Rosa Hunt, co-principal of South Wales Baptist College.
Farming Today
04/03/20 Calls for slower growing breeds of chicken, Welsh biodiversity, farm produce online marketplace
13 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
The RSPCA wants all supermarkets to switch to slower-growing breeds of chickens for meat. Will consumers want to pay the higher price? Show more
Bill Oddie presents the nuthatch. Show more
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Sean Curran presents as health secretary Matt Hancock unveils his plan to tackle the outbreak of coronavirus. The programme also has a special report from the Welsh Assembly.
Nick Robinson meets Whitehall insiders to find out how the UK might handle an escalating pandemic.
Woman's Hour
Abi Dare, Breast Surgery, Coronavirus
42 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
The programme that offers a female perspective on the world Show more
Ten-part adaptation of Lampedusa's gorgeous masterpiece of European political fiction, translated by Archibald Colquhoun, abridged by Sara Davies and read by Alex Jennings. Show more
The Listening Project
Simon and Maxine - No-one speaks anymore on the commute
4 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Two commuters talk about their morning routines and how commuting etiquette has changed. Fi Glover presents. Show more
Kerry Hudson, author of Lowborn, has learned to code switch with the literary elite, but how can people stuck in poverty or middle class bubbles make meaningful connections? Show more
Alexei Sayle ponders what Bertholt Brecht’s philosophies could offer the Premier League, and the root of his rage. From 2019. Show more
Even when lives end, life continues. A novel by Colum McCann, inspired by actual events. Read by Stanley Townsend. Show more
You and Yours
Northern Ireland 5G, Scottish Transport, Welsh Flood Scams and Shoe Woes
39 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
5G delays in Northern Ireland, more cars than ever in Scotland, flood scams in Wales, offering to pay extra tax in England - and why fashion shoes can be a pain in the arch! Show more
The latest weather forecast
Mon-Thurs: Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Sarah Montague. Fri: Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Mark Mardell.
Stanley Tucci tells the story of Dianne Feinstein, trailblazing Californian politician who took over as mayor of San Francisco after the murders of Harvey Milk and Mayor Moscone. Show more
Ed finds himself in an awkward situation and Kirsty struggles with her suspicions Show more
Two Households showcases modern-day Northern Ireland, diverse and surprising, but still steeped in religion and the legacy of the past. Show more
As society changes the way it pays,it also changes the way it gives. Louise Cooper asks how donors can do the most good with their money and how charities can tap into new markets. Show more
Inside Health
Hard Sell for Private Cataract Surgery; Language in Healthcare; Specialist Medical Travel Clinic
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Inside Health hears from two people who believe they were subject to hard sell for cataract surgery by the UK's biggest private provider, Optical Express Show more
Loneliness - Laurie Taylor asks if loneliness is a uniquely modern emotion and hears about lives in Greenland which are characterised by seperation & longing. Show more
The Media Show
The Barclay Brothers, bugs, and The Telegraph
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
How a family feud complicates the sale of The Daily Telegraph. Show more
Afternoon news and current affairs programme, reporting on breaking stories and summing up the day's headlines.
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
Six O'Clock News
04/03/2020 UK Coronavirus cases jump to 87
30 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
England's chief medical officer says an epidemic is now likely in the UK as the number of coronavirus cases reach 87
The award-winning comedian, aided by Flo and Joan, scrutinises the seasons of nature and life. With Lou Sanders. From 2020. Show more
Emma makes a big decision and Tom attempts to impress Show more
Front Row
Hilary Mantel's Cromwell trilogy, Women in hip hop, Creativity in isolation
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
The Front Row readers' panel discuss Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall trilogy; Shay D on women in hip hop; how isolation can breed creativity. Show more
Peter has his first encounter with his new flock, but letters from his wife back on Earth tell of hardship and natural disaster. Starring Hayley Atwell. Show more
Combative, provocative and engaging live debate chaired by Michael Buerk. With Michael Portillo, Melanie Philips, Matthew Taylor and Giles Fraser. #moralmaze Show more
Anglican priest Rachel Mann reflects on her journey of identity as a trans woman. Show more
Costing the Earth
Mark Ruffalo vs Chemical Pollution
28 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Avengers star, Mark Ruffalo talks to Tom Heap about his new film that exposes the dangers of a household chemical that poisoned thousands and may still pose a threat to health Show more
Nick Robinson meets Whitehall insiders to find out how the UK might handle an escalating pandemic.
Biggest Russian bombardment on Ukraine yet
Michael Bloomberg drops out of the race for the White House
45 minutes on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
In depth reporting, intelligent analysis and breaking news from a global perspective Show more
Even when lives end, life continues. A novel by Colum McCann, inspired by actual events. Read by Stanley Townsend. Show more
BBC New Comedy Award finalist Ken Cheng tackles the theme of free speech in today's society. From 2020. Show more
Spencer's flat is full of sewage and has quite the solution when son Dylan struggles with revision. Stars Jack Burke. From 2017. Show more
News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament.
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
Azadeh Moaveni's account explores the lives of four vivacious and intelligent teenage girls from Bethnal Green, and what drew them, shockingly, to join ISIS. Nadia Albina reads. Show more
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