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Comedy starring Norman Wisdom

Norman's efforts to save an orphanage and provide presents for the children lead him into a succession of adventures.
(1954, U) (Black and white)
See Films: pages 50-58 *

Contributors

Director:
John Paddy Carstairs
Norman:
Norman Wisdom
Iris:
Joan Rice
Mary:
Shirley Abicair
Cook:
Thora Hird
Alec:
William Russell

As the World Cup draws near, Esther Rantzen talks about football's popularity among women. Guests include sports journalist Shelley Webb and the FA Cup winning Arsenal ladies' team.

Contributors

Presenter:
Esther Rantzen
Guest:
Shelley Webb

Pop magazine, featuring Des'ree, Morcheeba, Super Furry Animals and Barry Adamson. With Jayne Middlemiss and Jamie Theakston.

Contributors

Presenter:
Jayne Middlemiss
Presenter:
Jamie Theakston
Guest:
null Des'ree
Guests:
null Morcheeba
Guests:
Super Furry Animals
Guest:
Barry Adamson
Producer:
Barry Ryan
Executive Producer:
Paul Smith

A film first shown on BBC South continues the documentary series from the BBC Regions.

Tonight's programme reveals how Britain stockpiled chemical weapons during the Second World War and how these weapons pose an environmental threat even today.
(Subtitled)

Contributors

Producer:
Ian Cundall

The heritage and architecture series continues as actor Ian Richardson recalls his days as an office clerk in Edinburgh. In an item postponed from last week, Dan Cruickshank visits pub that closed in 1965 but will soon reopen as a museum. With Kirsty Wark. See today's choices.

Contributors

Unknown:
Ian Richardson
Unknown:
Dan Cruickshank
Series Editor:
Basil Comely

Francine Stock investigates the meaning of "limited edition " and learns how to determine the true value of such items. Tim
Wonnacott examines vintage luggage, while John Walters looks atfootball memorabilia.
Series producer Jane Lomas ; Series editor Mark Hill WEB SITE: www.bbc.co.uk/antiques/

Contributors

Unknown:
John Walters
Producer:
Jane Lomas
Editor:
Mark Hill

Second of a three-part satirical thriller.
Starring Warren Clarke, Stephen Fry, Richard Griffiths, Rik Mayall, Richard Wilson.

After murdering an MP in the House of Commons, the killer makes a veiled threat to Cragge on air.
See today's choices.
Adapted by Malcolm Bradbury from a novel by Mark Tavener
(Subtitled)

Contributors

From a novel by:
Mark Tavener
Adapted by:
Malcolm Bradbury
Producer:
Sarah Smith
Director:
Marcus Mortimer
George Cragge:
Warren Clarke
Controller, Radio 2:
Stephen Fry
Geoffrey Crichton Potter:
Richard Griffiths
Dominic De'Ath:
Rik Mayall
Lord Tone:
Richard Wilson
Controller, BBC1:
Keith Barron
Controller, Radio 4:
John Bird
Ms Sin:
Siobhan Redmond
Laetitia Tone:
Rachel Fielding
Jemma White:
Sally Phillips
DCI Frank Jefferson:
Alun Armstrong
Hercules Fortescue:
John Sessions
Henry Potts:
Simon Godley
Beth Parsons:
Rebecca Front
DS Marten:
Victoria Carling
Bamber Simpson:
James McCarthy
Max Parker:
David Ryall
Andrew James:
Patrick O'Kane
Lawrence Boot-Heath:
Steve Pemberton
Junior detective:
Mark Gatiss
Paul (Reform Party worker):
Lee Ingleby
Chief commissioner:
Andrew Burt
Broadcast journalist:
Reece Shearsmith
First studio manager:
Colin Guthrie
Second studio manager:
Ian Harker
Radio 4 presenter:
Richard Whitmore
Journalist in pub:
Paul Ryan
Home news organiser:
Paul Ansdell
Fortescue's secretary:
Amanda Wise
World at One presenter:
Peter Hobday
Agent:
Colum Convey
Youth applicant:
Max Wrottersley

A rerun of the six-part comedy series starring Steve Coogan

Faced with impending bankruptcy, Alan has to make a difficult decision - but he still finds time for romance.
(Repeat)

Contributors

Writer:
Peter Baynham
Writer:
Steve Coogan
Writer/Producer:
Armando Iannucci
Director:
Dominic Brigstocke
Alan Partridge:
Steve Coogan
Lynn:
Felicity Montagu
Dave Clifton:
Phil Cornwell
Jill:
Julia Deakin
Susan:
Barbara Durkin
Michael:
Simon Greenall
Ben:
James Lance
Sophie:
Sally Phillips
Tony Hayers:
David Schneider
Martin:
Colin Farrell
Jason:
Danny Nutt
Peter:
Chris Ryman

(Note: repeats are not indicated)

Open University
12.30 A Language for Movement
(Subtitled)
1.00 Talking Buildings
(Subtitled)
1.30 The Secret of Sporting Success

Schools
2.00 PSHE (ages 14-16)

Languages
4.00 The New Get by in Italian
Language for travel.

Business and Training
5.00 Career Moves

Open University
5.45 Fluid Flows
6.10 Dynamic Analysis
6.35-7.00am Time for You

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