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The new Children Act.

with John Inverdale. Rugby World Cup:
Second semi-final, from Lansdowne Road.
Kick-off 2.30.
Tennis: from Brighton. Golf: Volvo Masters.
Football: Skol Cup Final.

How important is sports psychology in the life of a coach? With Tom McNab.

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Theme: Farming.
Guest poet: Michael Baldwin.

Charles Dickens 's novel, dramatised in 12 parts.
4: Pip discovers that he has a mysterious benefactor. Dramatised by Ray Jenkins

Learn to speak Spanish.

Improve your French.

German conversation.