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Alan Plater - Only A Matter Of Time

When time was standardised in the 19th century, not everyone was convinced by the idea. Stars James Bolam and Alan David.

**** This drama was suggested by Margaret Hopkins and MJC Brown as part of BBC Radio 4 Extra’s All Request Weekend ****

When time was standardised in the 19th century, not everyone was convinced by the idea.

Starring Alan David and James Bolam.

Written by Alan Plater

Meredith......Alan David
Fanshawe.....James Bolam

Directed at BBC Wales by Alison Hindell

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 1999.

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45 minutes

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