George Alagiah explores the history of Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth, learning about moments of triumph, diplomacy, challenge and political intrigue. Show more
George Alagiah explores the history of Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth, learning about moments of triumph, diplomacy, challenge and political intrigue. Show more
Celebrity genealogy series. Actress and national treasure Julie Walters follows her roots back to rural Ireland on the trail of her great-grandfather. Show more
Celebrity genealogy series. Scottish comedian and actor Billy Connolly travels to India in the footsteps of his army ancestors and makes an extraordinary discovery. Show more
Celebrity genealogy series. Comedian Sarah Millican is astonished to discover that her three times great grandfather was one of the first ever divers in the world. Show more
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall continues his mission to find out why the UK wastes so much food. He joins an illicit midnight raid to see what he can find in supermarkets' bins. Show more
Hugh's War on Waste
Episode 1
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC One North WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Two England
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall wants to find out why the UK wastes so much food. He challenges supermarkets to drastically reduce the amount of food they throw away. Show more
Series uncovering the story behind the creation of six classic books. Journalist Bidisha revisits Charlotte Bronte's classic novel after first reading it as a teenager. Show more