| 00:00 | 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:15Laurie Taylor discusses how Britain’s colonial past affects present day attitudes.(R) 00:45The sound of church bells from Durham Cathedral. 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:301/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (1/5). 00:48Weather conditions for shipping.
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:302/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (2/5). 00:48Weather information for shipping.
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:303/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (3/5). 00:48Weather information for shipping.
| 00:00Coverage of the local election results across the UK.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:305/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (5/5). 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
| 00:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 00:305/5Stories by Patricia Highsmith. 5/5: The Trouble with Mrs Blynn, the Trouble with the World(R) 00:48The latest shipping forecast.
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| 01:00 | 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| | 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of programmes.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service for a selection of news and current affairs.
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| 05:00 | 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Fr Nick James. 05:45Agricultural news and features with Anna Hill. 05:57The latest weather forecast.
| 05:20Weather conditions for shipping. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Fr Nick James. 05:45Agricultural news and features with Anna Hill.
| 05:20Weather information for shipping. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Fr Nick James. 05:45Agricultural news and features with Anna Hill.
| 05:20Weather information for shipping. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Fr Nick James. 05:45Agricultural news and features with Mark Holdstock.
| 05:20Weather information for shipping. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Fr Nick James. 05:45Agricultural news and features with Mark Holdstock.
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:30The latest news from BBC Radio 4. 05:43Daily prayer and reflection with Lynn Gallagher. 05:454/5Susan Marling explores the palace gardens of Pazo de Oca in Galicia (4/5).(R)
| 05:20The latest shipping forecast. 05:30The latest news headlines. 05:43The sound of church bells from St David's, Moreton-in-Marsh. 05:45A profile of the new Director General of MI5, Jonathan Evans.
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| 06:00 | 06:00Including Sports Desk; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Including Sports Desk; Yesterday in Parliament; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Including Sports Desk; Yesterday in Parliament; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Including Sports Desk; Yesterday in Parliament; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00Including Sports Desk; Yesterday in Parliament; Weather; Thought for the Day.
| 06:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 06:04The latest weather forecast. 06:35Miriam O'Reilly presents the rural magazine programme. 06:57The latest weather forecast.
| 06:00The latest national and international news. 06:05Future Perfect: Mark Tully considers how far it is possible for us to create the future. 06:35Alex James meets a Hampshire farmer whose solution to low milk prices is home deliveries. 06:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 07:00 | | | | | | 07:00With John Humphrys and Carolyn Quinn. Including Sports Desk; Thought for the Day; Weather.
| 07:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 07:10Roger Bolton with the religious and ethical news of the week. 07:55Martin Bell appeals on behalf of Handicap International UK. 07:58The latest weather forecast.
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| 08:00 | | | | | | | 08:00The latest news headlines. Including a look at the papers. 08:10The Love that Empowers Forgiveness: From Our Lady and the English Martyrs, Cambridge. 08:50Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
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| 09:00 | 09:00Lord Ashdown, General Sir Michael Rose, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy and Richard Littlejohn. 09:451/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (1/5).
| 09:00John Humphrys talks to former Leeds United chairman Peter Ridsdale. 09:302/4Ruth Padel reveals the inspiration for Elgar's stirring Nimrod variations. 09:452/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (2/5).
| 09:00Lively and diverse conversation. 09:453/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (3/5).
| 09:00Melvyn Bragg discusses the Dutch, Jewish and Christian Philosopher, Baruch Spinoza. 09:454/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (4/5).
| 09:00Sue MacGregor reunites the scientists who established the Halley Bay station in Antarctica 09:455/5You Cannot Live As I Have Lived And Not End Up Like This, by Terence Blacker (5/5).
| 09:00Fi Glover is joined by writer Justin Cartwright and poet Matt Harvey.
| 09:00News and conversation about the big stories of the week, with Patrick O'Connell.
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| 10:00 | 10:00Examining the position of women in government as Tony Blair prepares to hand over power.
| 10:00Anne Oakley reflects on living in the imperfect human body. Plus, problems of widowhood.
| 10:00Examining why the rate of stillbirths remains so high. Plus, mother and daughter singers.
| 10:00Why are women more likely to develop Multiple Sclerosis and what problems do they face?
| 10:00Supermodel turned singer Carla Bruni on her love of English verse and album No Promises.
| 10:00John McCarthy explores the impacts of internet tourism. 10:30Simon Hoggart looks back at ten years of satirising Tony Blair.
| 10:00The week's events in Ambridge.
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| 11:00 | 11:00Mariella Frostrup examines the growing phenomenon of couples who choose to live apart. 11:305/66-part comedy by Hilary Lyon, set in Edinburgh. 5: Highland Fling.(R)
| 11:00The Plum Prospects for Orchard Conservation: Brett Westwood on new conservation measures. 11:30Geoffrey Wheeler presents a tribute to Richard Hearne, remembered by millions as Mr Pastry
| 11:00The amazing story of Finland's Nokia Millionaires, shareholders in the mobile phone giant. 11:304/6Will Victoria get more than she bargained for when Emily brings her new boyfriend home?
| 11:00BBC foreign correspondents examine the stories behind the headlines, with Kate Adie. 11:30John Godber takes a last look around Bretton Hall College in West Yorkshire.
| 11:001/21/2. Hardeep Singh Kohli traces the history of the corner shop.(R) 11:305/6The Roman detective is worried when the prisoners finally meet legendary priestess Veleda.
| 11:00A look behind the scenes at Westminster with Steve Richards. 11:30BBC foreign correspondents with the stories behind the world's headlines.
| 11:15Sue MacGregor reunites bombers and victims of the 1984 IRA blast in Brighton's Grand Hotel
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| 12:00 | 12:00Consumer news and issues. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00Consumer news and issues. Including Call You and Yours.
| 12:00Consumer news and issues.
| 12:00Consumer news and issues.
| 12:00Consumer news and issues.
| 12:00Paul Lewis with the latest news from the world of personal finance. 12:30Sandi Toksvig chairs the topical comedy quiz. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
| 12:00David Mitchell hosts the game show in which panellists are encouraged to tell lies. 12:32Sheila Dillon looks at school catering after Jamie Oliver's acclaimed TV series. 12:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 13:00 | 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:30Edward Seckerson hosts the quiz on every aspect of music from Mozart to Madonna.
| 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:301/3Pete Paphides on albums which were never released. 1/3: Elton John: The Thom Bell Sessions
| 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:30Ethicists on Call: People who assist in the making of life and death medical decisions.(R)
| 13:00National and international news with Martha Kearney. 13:30Helen Mark visits Sutton Fen in north Norfolk, recently purchased by the RSPB.
| 13:00National and international news.
| 13:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 13:10Jonathan Dimbleby chairs a topical discussion.
| 13:00A look at events around the world with Shaun Ley. 13:303/44/4. Michael Portillo scrutinises the reputation of the 1945 Labour Government.(R)
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| 14:00 | 14:00Brian sorts out his priorities. 14:15My Difficult Second Album, by Stephen Keyworth. Tom's perfect relationship has collapsed.(R)
| 14:00Lynda finds she can't get the staff. 14:15Matthew Solon's story of lost love and broken promises.
| 14:00Fallon finds a partner in crime. 14:15Dickens Confidential: Charles Dickens runs a newspaper. 1/6: Railway Kings, by Mike Walker
| 14:00Bert gets a chance to prove his worth. 14:15Nothing Happened: Romantic comedy by Shelley Silas and Luke Sorba.(R)
| 14:00Jennifer learns the art of compromise. 14:15The Master and Mrs Tucker: By Roy Apps, based on Noel Coward and Edith Nesbit.
| 14:00Jonathan Dimbleby takes listeners' responses to this week's Any Questions? 14:30A ghost story set in a hospital in Rochdale featuring two parallel storylines.(R)
| 14:00Eric Robson chairs the show. With Carole Baxter, John Cushnie and Bob Flowerdew. 14:453/5A look at obsessives from the world of music.
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| 15:00 | 15:00Paul Lewis and guests answer calls on financial issues. 15:301/5Stephanie Calman discovers that, despite being a parent, she has an inner age of 12. 15:451/10Anna Chen uncovers an early history, beginning with Shen Fu Tsong in the court of James II
| 15:00Vanessa Collingridge seeks out the identity of the so called "Halifax Slasher". 15:302/5What constitutes a grown-up and how does one achieve such status? 15:452/10How the small Limehouse Chinese community became the subject of hysterical headlines.
| 15:00Eric Robson chairs the show. With John Cushnie, Bob Flowerdew and Anne Swithinbank. 15:303/5Stephanie reflects on how the death of her father propelled her into accountancy. 15:453/10Life for the sailors and families who settled in Liverpool and London during World War II.
| 15:00Stewart Henderson answers those niggling questions from everyday life. 15:27Timothy Bentinck appeals on behalf of Emmaus. 15:304/5Stephanie offers some tips on how to scoff children's sweets without being found out. 15:454/10Life in the Chinese laundries which sprung up during the first half of the 20th century.
| 15:00Perth, the most isolated city in the world, is highly vulnerable to climate change. 15:305/5What do you do when your children turn out to be more grown-up than you are? 15:455/10Why so many Chinese sought an education at British universities, particularly in Scotland.
| 15:301/3Pete Paphides on albums which were never released. 1/3: Elton John: The Thom Bell Sessions
| 15:001/2My Cousin Rachel: Daphne Du Maurier's tale of obsession, paranoia and jealousy (1/2).
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| 16:00 | 16:00The food magazine investigates the premium brands of major retailers. 16:30Andrew Dilnot assess whether privatisation of the railways has made them more dangerous.
| 16:00Michael Rosen presents the series on words, language and the way we speak. 16:30Singer and actress Pauline Black chooses a jazz legend, the singer Billie Holiday.
| 16:00Laurie Taylor discusses the rationality of voting and opium growing in Afghanistan. 16:30Dr Raj Persaud looks at Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and how effective it is.
| 16:00News and features from the world of books. 16:30Quentin Cooper and Oliver Morton discuss what happened to the great polymaths of the past.
| 16:00John Wilson presents the obituary series. 16:30Francine Stock talks to directors Sam Raimi and Richard Linklater.
| 16:00Highlights of this week's Woman's Hour programmes with Jane Little.
| 16:00James Naughtie and an audience talk to Jodi Picoult about her novel My Sister's Keeper. 16:30Roger McGough introduces Lord Byron's playful satire Beppo. The reader is John Telfer.
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| 17:00 | 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news with Eddie Mair.
| 17:00Full coverage and analysis of the day's news, plus the sports headlines. With Ritula Shah. 17:30Rosie Goldsmith showcases the best of English language radio from around the world. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
| 17:00Winifred Robinson investigates the increasing violence seen on the streets of Peckham. 17:40A profile of the new Director General of MI5, Jonathan Evans. 17:54The latest shipping forecast. 17:57The latest weather forecast.
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| 18:00 | 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:30David Mitchell hosts the game show in which panellists are encouraged to tell lies.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:301/4The surreal comedian tackles an expert role each week, with no ability whatsoever.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:305/6The National Theatre of Brent reveals mysteries behind the tragic opera.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:304/6Garry Richardson presents a topical comedy show looking at the week's sporting news.
| 18:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:30Topical comedy quiz, presented by Sandi Toksvig.
| 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15Clive Anderson presents an eclectic mix of conversation, comedy and music.
| 18:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 18:15Joan Bakewell presents a selection of highlights from the past week on BBC radio.
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| 19:00 | 19:00Lynda offers some sweeteners. 19:15With Mark Lawson, including the verdict on Spider-Man 3, starring Tobey Maguire. 19:45Ned Sherrin's dramatisation of E F Benson's classic comedy. 1/10: The Invasion of Tilling.
| 19:15Mark Lawson talks to writer Lionel Shriver, winner of the Orange Prize in 2005. 19:45Ned Sherrin's dramatisation of E F Benson's classic comedy. 2/10: The Stomach of a King.
| 19:15Arts news and reviews with Mark Lawson. 19:45Ned Sherrin's dramatisation of E F Benson's classic comedy. 3/10: Garden Produce.
| 19:15Arts magazine with Kirsty Lang, who reports on the film Bridge to Terabithia. 19:45Ned Sherrin's dramatisation of E F Benson's classic comedy. 4/10: The Hanging Committee.
| 19:15Kirsty Lang with arts news, interviews and a report from this year's Brighton Festival. 19:45Ned Sherrin's dramatisation of E F Benson's classic comedy. 5/10: Un Po Di Musica.
| 19:00A profile of the new Director General of MI5, Jonathan Evans. 19:15Tom Sutcliffe and guests review the cultural highlights of the week.
| 19:15A special programme on the second round of the presidential elections.
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| 20:00 | 20:003/3Justin Webb questions the common perception of the US as a modern day imperial power. 20:30The son of a Gujarati Maharajah is working to protect gay men from the HIV/Aids virus.(R)
| 20:00Winifred Robinson investigates the increasing violence seen on the streets of Peckham. 20:40Peter White with news and information for the blind and partially sighted.
| 20:004/5Jeffrey Sachs delivers the fourth of five lectures. He considers the challenges of poverty 20:451/2Anne McElvoy, Executive Editor of the Evening Standard, discusses meritocracy (1/2).
| 20:00Simon Cox investigates the truth about knife crime in Britain. 20:30Peter Day investigates the viability of commercial space travel.
| 20:00Jonathan Dimbleby chairs a topical discussion. 20:50Lisa Jardine presents a weekly reflection on a topical issue.
| 20:00James Naughtie tells the history of a symbol of Scottish pride.
| 20:00Steve Hewlett and guests in conversation about how current media trends affect our lives. 20:30John Wilson presents the obituary series.
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| 21:00 | 21:00The Plum Prospects for Orchard Conservation: Brett Westwood on new conservation measures. 21:30Andrew Marr and guests set the cultural agenda for the week. 21:58The latest weather forecast.
| 21:00Dr Raj Persaud looks at Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and how effective it is. 21:30John Humphrys talks to former Leeds United chairman Peter Ridsdale.
| 21:00Richard Uridge explores the pros and cons of self-experimentation by medical researchers. 21:30Lively and diverse conversation.
| 21:00Perth, the most isolated city in the world, is highly vulnerable to climate change. 21:30Melvyn Bragg discusses the Dutch, Jewish and Christian Philosopher, Baruch Spinoza.
| 21:00Steve Jacobi's play tells the story of whistle-blowing civil servant Mark Higson.
| 21:002/2Down and out in Paris and London: Adaptation of George Orwell's classic (2/2).
| 21:00Paul Lewis with the latest news from the world of personal finance. 21:26Martin Bell appeals on behalf of Handicap International UK. 21:30Over the Moon: Peter Day investigates the viability of commercial space travel. 21:58The latest weather forecast.
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| 22:00 | 22:00National and international news and analysis with Jackie Hardgrave. 22:451/15South of the River: Douglas Hodge reads from Blake Morrison's multi-stranded tale (1/15).
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Jackie Hardgrave. 22:452/15South of the River: Douglas Hodge reads from Blake Morrison's multi-stranded tale (2/15).
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. 22:453/15South of the River: Douglas Hodge reads from Blake Morrison's multi-stranded tale (3/15).
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. 22:454/15South of the River: Douglas Hodge reads from Blake Morrison's multi-stranded tale (4/15).
| 22:00National and international news and analysis with Robin Lustig. 22:455/15South of the River: Douglas Hodge reads from Blake Morrison's multi-stranded tale (5/15).
| 22:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 22:154/5Jeffrey Sachs delivers the fourth of five lectures. He considers the challenges of poverty
| 22:00Reports from behind the scenes at Westminster. Including Getting what we Deserve.
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| 23:00 | 23:00Michael Rosen presents the series on words, language and the way we speak. 23:30News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Susan Hulme.
| 23:003/6Packing cases and breaking vows in the bizarre sketch comedy show. 23:30News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Alicia McCarthy.
| 23:003/4The urbanised pest controllers tackle a troublesome pigeon. 23:155/6Luke has 20 minutes to enjoy a barbecue at Dave's place before a night of hell at work. 23:30News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with David Wilby.
| 23:004/6Dave Gorman and Chris Addison chew over ridiculous, brilliant but unworkable ideas.(R) 23:30News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Robert Orchard.
| 23:004/6Garry Richardson presents a topical comedy show looking at the week's sporting news. 23:30News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament with Mark D'Arcy.
| 23:00Edward Seckerson hosts the quiz on every aspect of music from Mozart to Madonna. 23:30Roger McGough features poetry by Brian Pettifer, Richard McCabe and Eleanor Tremain.
| 23:003/3Pirates and Romans: Tunisia to Libya. Chris Stewart explores the North African ports (3/3)(R) 23:30Future Perfect: Mark Tully considers how far it is possible for us to create the future.
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