The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
A spiritual comment and prayer to start the day with Father Jim O'Keefe
The Bank of England's new governor started work on Monday, and straight into crisis. The world economy is in chaos as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. How will he do? Show more
The latest news headlines. Including the weather and a look at the papers.
Ramblings
A brand new waymarked walking route in South Wales
24 minutes
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In one of the rainiest Ramblings we've ever recorded, Clare Balding discovers a brand new waymarked walking route in South Wales, established on the path of an ancient pilgrimage. Show more
Sybil Ruscoe investigates a proposed ban on cages in farming, the progress of the new Environmental Land Management schemes, and the impact of COVID-19 on the rural economy. Show more
The latest weather forecast.
News and current affairs. Including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
Kelda Wood, the first para athlete to row solo across the Atlantic and Derrick Osaze, the punching preacher Show more
A community centre providing a lifeline in the heart of Croxteth, and the stories of those who pass through. Show more
Paul Waugh of the Huffington Post looks back at a sombre week in Westminster, dominated by the coronavirus crisis Show more
From Our Own Correspondent
Italy's Invisible Enemy
28 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Stories from America, Indonesia, Bulgaria and Italy stricken by the deadly coronavirus pandemic. Mark Lowen has covered the crisis from the outset and says it is a living hell. Show more
Latest fraud figures and coronavirus scams, the impact of the falling stockmarket on investments. And what support is there for wages? Show more
The country is in partial lock-down thanks to COVID-19, but we aim to put a smile on your face at a safe distance as Steve and Hugh are joined by Andy Zaltzman and Rosie Jones. Show more
The latest weather forecast
The latest news from BBC Radio 4.
Any Questions?
Bim Afolami, Nick Chater, Tina McKenzie, Emily Thornberry
47 minutes
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Chris Mason presents political debate from Broadcasting House. On the panel: Bim Afolami MP; behavioural science professor Nick Chater; Emily Thornberry MP; the FSB's Tina McKenzie Show more
Anita Anand takes your calls on Coronavirus Show more
One to One
Lady Hale and Elsie Owusu on architecture & justice
14 minutes
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A building of "light and transparency": the vision for the new Supreme Court in 2009. Architect Elsie Owusu talks to Lady Hale about a milestone in legal and architectural history. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Sci-fi classic brought vividly to life featuring the mysterious Captain Nemo and a ferocious giant squid. Starring Sagar Arya. Show more
Woman's Hour
Glenda Jackson; Tantrums; Women, decision-making and Covid-19
56 minutes
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Glenda Jackson talks about her new BBC Radio 4 drama, How to cope with childhood tantrums, and why women should be involved in decision-making for Covid-19. Show more
Luke Jones with full coverage and analysis of the day's news.
Does performance related pay work or are there better ways to incentivise employees? Evan Davis and guests discuss. Show more
The latest shipping forecast.
The latest weather forecast.
Six O'Clock News
21/03/2020 Private hospitals to be used by NHS in the fight against coronavirus
15 minutes
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Private hospitals and their staff are to be made available to the NHS in England as part of a major new deal to boost the fight against coronavirus
Loose Ends
Anneka Rice, Sebastian Barry, Conrad Murray, Niamh Algar, Yazmin Lacey, Ariel Sharratt & Mathias Kom, Scottee, Clive Anderson
36 minutes
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Clive Anderson and Scottee are joined by Anneka Rice, Conrad Murray, Sebastian Barry and Niamh Algar for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. Show more
The Bank of England's new governor started work on Monday, and straight into crisis. The world economy is in chaos as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. How will he do? Show more
Saturday Review
The Nest, The Truth, The Bass Rock, Cranach at Compton Verney and Home Entertainment Recommendations
46 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
Charlotte Mullins, Bob and Roberta Smith and Laurence Scott join Tom Sutcliffe to review the week's arts including The Nest on BBC1 and The Truth starring Catherine Deneuve Show more
Archive on 4
Lights, Camera, Inaction: An Existential Guide to the Movies
57 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 LWAvailable for over a year
4 Extra Debut. From Woody Allen to Taxi Driver, Matthew Sweet examines the many ways cinema communicates existentialist ideas. From 2020. Show more
Lenny Henry stars as lifer Frank Watt who is coming to the end of his 30 year prison sentence and having to face up to life outside. Show more
By Nick Walker. Recovering in hospital from a gunshot wound, Annika involves herself with a suspicious death on the ward. Show more
National and international news from BBC Radio 4.
Combative, provocative and engaging live debate chaired by Michael Buerk. With Anne McElvoy, Andrew Doyle, Tim Stanley and Matthew Taylor. #moralmaze Show more
Northern Ireland play Scotland for the last time in the 2020 series, with Tom Sutcliffe in the questionmaster's chair. Show more
Anna Scott-Brown sits on a bench in Ilford hearing stories of a diverse and yet cohesive borough, celebrating difference and resilience, complemented in a poem by Hussain Manawer. Show more
National and international news from BBC Radio 4
A 40-something single mum works in the sports club bar, where a smile turns into something more. Read by Lorraine Ashbourne. Show more
The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping.
BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
