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A reflection and prayer to start the day with Rev Dr Lesley Carroll

The Scottish government is to develop a licensing system for grouse shoots in order to help prevent illegal raptor persecution. Show more

Musician Fyfe Dangerfield tells the story of an inspirational trip to the 'birdland' of the Farne Islands where a seabird inspired the name for the band that made him famous. Show more

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Arsène Wenger, the manager of Arsenal FC for 22 years, shares the eight discs, book and luxury he would want with him if cast away to a desert island. With Lauren Laverne. Show more

Diana resonating with young people today; universities minister Michelle Donelan; Outliving Your Mum; author Jessica Ryn. Show more

Skye might have made a big mistake. But Dexter is ok and Ed wants to take her out for breakfast. Stars Sydney Wade. Show more

Rosemary Laryea marks the 75th anniversary of the 5th Pan African Congress, held in Manchester, and considers its relevance to the Black Lives Matter movement of today. Show more

Invited to star in a local panto, Arthur is excited over a possible return to the stage. Stars Steve Delaney. Show more

A deeply moving and highly original book about the sudden loss of a loved one. With Toby Jones, John Hollingworth and Will Taylor. Show more

The university students who believe their courses are not value for money this year. Show more

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Mon-Thurs: Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Sarah Montague. Fri: Analysis of news and current affairs, presented by Mark Mardell.

“They will be targeted for the rest of their lives.” Those left behind with the pieces. When James Le Mesurier fell to his death he left behind a tangle of truths and lies. Show more

Will has serious reservations and Elizabeth has a confession to make Show more

A judge appointed to head a public inquiry quickly discovers that Cabinet would prefer a prolonged and detailed investigation over the implication of blame or responsibility. Show more

Kathy Clugston hosts the horticultural programme featuring a group of gardening experts. Show more

By Hannah Vincent. Work colleagues Erin and Kumeko arrive at an empty hotel. A story about ambition, cheese and sumo-wrestling mice. Show more

Matthew Bannister on footballer Diego Maradona, glass artist Rosalind Grimshaw, author Jan Morris. Show more

After a torrid time under lockdown, is The Archers back to its pre-Covid best, and has it been enough to lure back some once regular listeners? Show more

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13,000 jobs could be lost if Sir Philip Green's retail empire goes into administration

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. Show more

Mandolin player Avi Avital, performance artist Marina Abramović, what the latest allocation of tiers means for theatres, and Brandon Cronenberg's horror Possessor reviewed. Show more

Skye might have made a big mistake. But Dexter is ok and Ed wants to take her out for breakfast. Stars Sydney Wade. Show more

Chris Mason presents political debate and discussion from Broadcasting House in London with Sir Graham Brady MP, John Mills, Alyn Smith MP and Professor Ngaire Woods. Show more

Bernardine Evaristo argues that our ideas of body shape norms need to change. Show more

Mayday tells the extraordinary real story of the man who organised the White Helmet and investigates claims that, far from being heroes, they are part of a very elaborate hoax. Show more

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A deeply moving and highly original book about the sudden loss of a loved one. With Toby Jones, John Hollingworth and Will Taylor. Show more

Trump confirms he will leave the White House. Show more

The Wind in the Willows, Count Duckula, The BFG and Dangermouse - Brian Cosgrove OBE talks to Gerald Scarfe about some of his amazing productions for children's television. Show more

News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament

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Yeast has been used by humankind for centuries in fermenting, baking and brewing, but has been on earth in different forms for millennia, and its uses continue to be disovered. Show more

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