| 00:00 | 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:15Battered in the war with Israel, Hezbollah is under pressure - even from its supporters. 00:45Bells on Sunday comes from the Church of St Mary and St Giles Buckerell in Devon. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:301/5Misha Glenny discovers why the future of the world depends on rare earth metals. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:302/5Misha Glenny on why mining rare earth metals could either help or harm the environment 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:303/5Misha Glenny discovers how neodymium magnets will help power the green transition. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:304/5Misha Glenny asks whether the EU can find other ways of satisfying its rare earth demand. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:305/5Misha Glenny hears how Ukraine is sitting on huge amounts of rare earth minerals. 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
| 00:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 00:15Michel Faber takes questions from a Bookclub audience about his debut novel Under the Skin 00:48The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping
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| 01:00 | 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
| 01:00BBC Radio 4 joins the BBC World Service.
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| 05:00 | 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04What would happen if a PM lost an election but refused to quit No 10? Sean Curran reports. 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43Spiritual reflection to start the day with Rev Richard Frazer of the Church of Scotland. 05:45Avian flu is spreading, a look at farmed fish, and a new food strategy advisory board. 05:57The latest weather reports and forecasts for farmers
| 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04Sean Curran reports from Westminster as the government relaxes electric car sales targets. 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43Spiritual reflection to start the day with Rev Richard Frazer of the Church of Scotland. 05:45Latest figures show a 50% drop in the average Scottish farm income.
| 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04News, views and features on today's stories in Parliament 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43Spiritual reflection to start the day with Rev Richard Frazer of the Church of Scotland. 05:45Farmers say the government isn't spending enough on stopping illegal meat imports.
| 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04Also, counting bobbies, freezing tax and electrocuting redheads 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43Spiritual reflection to start the day with Rev Richard Frazer of the Church of Scotland. 05:45Could relaxing environmental rules help avoid wildfires?
| 05:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:04David Aaronovitch and guests discuss the strategy behind Trump's tariff policy. 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43Spiritual reflection to start the day with Rev Richard Frazer of the Church of Scotland. 05:45Trade turmoil, Schmallenberg, farmed fish, Sark Dairy closes.
| 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43A reflection and prayer to start the day with Dr Geraldine Smyth OP. 05:45Alex Frost gives a personal reflection on the Nicene Creed.
| 05:30National and international news from BBC Radio 4 05:34The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 05:43Bells on Sunday comes from All Saints Church in Laxfield, Suffolk 05:45In Touch focuses on the life and achievements of the late Dr Fred Reid.
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| 06:00 | 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
| 06:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 06:07An exploration of the Sefton coastline between Liverpool and Southport. 06:30Does the future of salmon farming lie in deeper water? 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 06:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4 06:05Mona Siddiqui and the panel explore the role food plays in religion. 06:35Robin Markwell visits a new orchard being planted in Somerset. 06:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 07:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 07:10Edward Stourton takes a look at the ethical and religious issues of the week. 07:54Farmer Baroness Minette Batters makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Farm Africa 07:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 08:00 | | | | | | | 08:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 08:10A service reflecting on Palm Sunday from Life Church Bradford. 08:48In 1999 the Panama Canal was handed over from US to Panamanian rule. 08:58Gardening writer and nature author Kate Bradbury welcomes swifts to her home.
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| 09:00 | 09:00Adam Rutherford with Phil Tinline, Rosie Holt and Adam Kucharski. 09:45How one trainer makes exercise accessible to the elderly and people with disabilities.
| 09:00Sean Farrington explores why average wages haven't increased in nearly 20 years. 09:30James Gallagher and the panel consider if an assisted death can guarantee a peaceful end.
| 09:00Also, counting bobbies, freezing tax and electrocuting redheads 09:303/6A banker has a lightbulb moment that will transform Britain.
| 09:00Brian Boru's celebrated defeat of Hiberno-Norse forces and allies outside Dublin in 1014. 09:45Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis are joined by Cleo Watson to discuss the power of three.
| 09:00Kirsty Wark and guests recall the making of 1991 film The Commitments.
| 09:00Oscar award-winning lyricist Sir Tim Rice discusses his own life stories.
| 09:00Former PM Gordon Brown says we 'need to rebuild those blocks of the world order'.
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| 10:00 | 10:00Can friendships between three people work?
| 10:00What will be in the impact of the first womb transplant in the UK?
| 10:00Singer/songwriter Kate Nash who's currently on tour with her album, 9 Sad Symphonies.
| 10:00Doctor Who's new companion time travels to the Woman's Hour studio.
| 10:00‘Gamechanging’ breast cancer pill to be offered on NHS in England and Wales.
| 10:002/13Listener Delphine wants to know why we lie. Hannah Fry and Dara Ó Briain investigate. 10:30Ae Fond Kiss: one of Robert Burns' most famous poems set to music.
| 10:00Kirsty Wark reunites Michael Sheen and other key players from The Passion of Port Talbot.
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| 11:00 | 11:00The two lives of Mickey, who went from crime to starring on the big screen. 11:451/5Misha Glenny discovers why the future of the world depends on rare earth metals.
| 11:00Tawiah and Linton Stephens add the final five tracks to the current playlist. 11:452/5Misha Glenny on why mining rare earth metals could either help or harm the environment
| 11:00Investigating the rise of boys being radicalised online and the solutions to tackle it. 11:40Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life. 11:453/5Misha Glenny discovers how neodymium magnets will help power the green transition.
| 11:00Author Maggie O'Farrell reveals the influences that have shaped her writing. 11:454/5Misha Glenny asks whether the EU can find other ways of satisfying its rare earth demand.
| 11:00Dan Saladino finds out how a farm in west Cork became an influential cookery schools. 11:455/5Misha Glenny hears how Ukraine is sitting on huge amounts of rare earth minerals.
| 11:00Radio 4's assessment of developments at Westminster 11:30People of a small town in Ohio have more on their minds than the impact of trade tariffs.
| 11:00It’s the end of an era at the dairy, and Joy attempts to build bridges.
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| 12:00 | 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Will new powers be able to stop fake reviews? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04How is your business coping at the moment? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Five adverts have been banned by the ASA following our investigation into fake cardigans. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Gap Finders: Tyrrell Crisps and Chase Distillery founder William Chase. 12:32Are artificial sweeteners the best way to help us cut down on sugar? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Our civilisation is based on concrete. Can we build in a cleaner way? 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:00The latest national and international news from BBC Radio 4. 12:04Money Box dissects week's financial turmoil and the impact on pensions. 12:306/6The death of globalisation and a tour of Keir's new theme park. 12:57The latest weather forecast
| 12:15Stephen Smith profiles actor Lesley Manville, winner of a second Olivier theatre award. 12:306/6A dicky Gauguin and a dodgy gurgle. 12:57The latest weather forecast
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| 13:00 | 13:00News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4 13:451/6What happens when Banksy draws on your wall? James Peak finds out in Margate and Lowestoft
| 13:00China hits back in trade war with US. Will the ripples hit the UK? 13:452/6What happens when Banksy paints on your wall? Things kick off in Margate and Lowestoft.
| 13:00Beijing announces tariffs of 84% for US goods 13:453/6What happens when Banksy uses your wall as a canvas? The seagull is removed! And so is VDM
| 13:00China says ‘it’ll never yield’ as President Trump raises tariffs to 125%. 13:454/6What happens when Banksy takes a shine to your wall? And would you buy shares in his art?
| 13:00European defence ministers meeting in Brussels agree new military aid to Ukraine. 13:455/6What happens when Banksy chooses your wall for mischief? Tensions run high for Sam and Rod
| 13:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 13:10Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Hatherleigh Community Centre in Devon.
| 13:00A look at the week's big stories and preview of the week to come. 13:30A mother goes on hunger strike to protest the continued imprisonment of her son.
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| 14:00 | 14:00There’s a change of plan at Grange Farm. 14:151/6Roger’s plans for Joanna’s birthday take a wrong turn. 14:452/10As recession bites, Miss Buncle isn't the only villager with money on her mind.
| 14:00Rochelle struggles with the reality of her situation. 14:15The complicated relationship of a daughter, her father, Wales and his homeland of Iran.
| 14:00It’s the end of an era at the dairy. 14:151/3Radio 4's much-loved crime drama with Kenneth Cranham and Alex Lanipekun.
| 14:00Ed tries to look on the bright side. 14:15A historical drama for our own turbulent times by Nicola Baldwin.
| 14:00Joy attempts to build bridges. 14:151/5A new thriller from Chris Brandon and Davy Banks, with executive producer Jed Mercurio. 14:45Paleoanthropologist Ella Al-Shamahi asks why do humans play?
| 14:05Topical discussion posing questions to a panel of political and media personalities 14:45Elizabeth offers a suggestion.
| 14:00Kathy Clugston and the panel are in Bradford to unearth answers to your gardening issues. 14:45Two writers explore their different lives and connection through the Bosnian War in 1992.
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| 15:00 | 15:00Artist Maggi Hambling picks her muse. 15:301/13Hannah Fry hates diamonds. Dara Ó Briain loves them. Can science bring them together?
| 15:00A group of Soviet women take to the skies to become night bombers. 15:30Mona Siddiqui and the panel explore the role food plays in religion.
| 15:00Trump's Tariffs. What will they mean for your money? 15:30Siblings Sam and Bon Stone are angry. For the first time, they explore how they feel.
| 15:00An exploration of the Sefton coastline between Liverpool and Southport. 15:27Wildlife camerman Vianet Djenguet makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Cool Earth. 15:30Andrea Catherwood puts your comments to the Add to Playlist team.
| 15:00Kathy Clugston and the panel are in Bradford to unearth answers to your gardening issues. 15:45A new short work from Richard Smyth about an itinerant inventor on a quest for justice.
| 15:00Alfred Hitchcock helps his friend Sidney Bernstein edit a challenging but momentous film.
| 15:002/2Joyous slice of London life in the 1930s and 40s.
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| 16:00 | 16:00Fergus Walsh goes to Canada and California to see two different models for assisted dying. 16:30Stories of love, loss and legacy surrounding Donna Summer's iconic 1977 hit I Feel Love.
| 16:00James Fox asks how Hokusai's The Great Wave became so famous. 16:30A pain in the knee. Can we do anything about it? Chris and Xand van Tulleken find out.
| 16:00Katie Razzall and guests discuss some of the biggest media stories of the week.
| 16:00David Aaronovitch and guests discuss the strategy behind Trump's tariff policy. 16:30In the past few days, UK firefighters have been tackling wildfires across the UK.
| 16:00Matthew Bannister on a businessman, an anthropologist, a shipwreck hunter and a farmer. 16:30Also, counting bobbies, freezing tax and electrocuting redheads
| 16:00Doctor Who’s new companion time travels to the Woman’s Hour studio.
| 16:00Three-times Booker nominated Scottish author Andrew O’Hagan on his novel Caledonian Road. 16:303/6Sue Perkins shows and tells nature with her guests.
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| 17:00 | 17:00It's been a volatile day for stock markets following President Trump's tariff announcement
| 17:00Full coverage of the day's news
| 17:00More market turmoil, with further tariff retaliation and sell-off of US bonds.
| 17:00Market volatility continues as the trade war between the US and China deepens.
| 17:00The prime minister aims to ‘take control’ of the Scunthorpe site with emergency powers.
| 17:00On a historic Saturday sitting, Parliament passes an emergency bill on British Steel. 17:30Are artificial sweeteners the best way to help us cut down on sugar? 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 17:57The latest weather reports and forecast
| 17:00In 2002, the 'Ken Burns effect' was created. 17:10Robin Ince explores how writers have told the story of the big bang. 17:54The latest weather reports and forecasts for UK shipping 17:57The latest weather reports and forecast
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| 18:00 | 18:00Global stock markets suffer more losses - Trump threatens new tariffs against China 18:306/6A dicky Gauguin and a dodgy gurgle.
| 18:00The White House has confirmed that it will introduce 104% tariffs on Chinese imports 18:302/6A long drive home gives David the chance to think - and try fast food.
| 18:00China has announced an 84% tariff on US imports 18:302/6Steph McGovern poses devilishly devious dilemmas to guests Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith.
| 18:00Shares in the US stock market fall a day after some of its best trading hours on record 18:302/6Award-winning comedian Mark Watson re-embarks on his doomed quest to understand life.
| 18:00The Prime Minister recalls MPs from their Easter break for an emergency debate 18:306/6The death of globalisation and a tour of Keir's new theme park.
| 18:00Parliament approves bill to help save British Steel's Scunthorpe plant 18:15Stuart Maconie and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy.
| 18:00Missiles hit the city of Sumy, as people celebrate Palm Sunday. 18:15Deb Grant presents a selection of the best bits of audio across the BBC.
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| 19:00 | 19:00Rochelle struggles with the reality of her situation. 19:15Live magazine programme on the worlds of arts, literature, film, media and music
| 19:00It’s the end of an era at the dairy. 19:15Kym Marsh on Abigail's Party, Severance creator Dan Erickson, film franchises in flux.
| 19:00Ed tries to look on the bright side. 19:15Tracy Chapman, the Arthur Miller moment in UK theatres, Rock Royalty.
| 19:00Joy attempts to build bridges. 19:15Juliette Binoche and Ralph Fiennes plus reviews of The Return and French drama Holy Cow.
| 19:00Elizabeth offers a suggestion. 19:15Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode explore the world of doppelgangers on screen.
| 19:00Stephen Smith profiles actor Lesley Manville, winner of a second Olivier theatre award. 19:15Author Maggie O'Farrell reveals the influences that have shaped her writing.
| 19:00Jolene takes a firm stand. 19:15How many questions have you asked today? Were any of your questions meaningful? 19:45Bishop Graham Kings gives a personal reflection on the Nicene Creed.
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| 20:00 | 20:00Are we seeing the end of democracy in Turkey? 20:30A tidal lagoon should be created in the Severn Estuary according to a new report.
| 20:00Investigating the rise of boys being radicalised online and the solutions to tackle it. 20:40In Touch focuses on the life and achievements of the late Dr Fred Reid.
| 20:00Live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories.
| 20:00Katie Razzall and guests discuss some of the biggest media stories of the week.
| 20:00Alex Forsyth presents political debate from Hatherleigh Community Centre in Devon. 20:55Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
| 20:00Kenneth Williams recorded excerpts from the Bible. They've not been broadcast until now.
| 20:00Andrea Catherwood puts your comments to the Add to Playlist team. 20:30Matthew Bannister on a businessman, an anthropologist, a shipwreck hunter and a farmer.
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| 21:00 | 21:00Adam Rutherford with Phil Tinline, Rosie Holt and Adam Kucharski. 21:45How one trainer makes exercise accessible to the elderly and people with disabilities.
| 21:00Mysterious drone sightings in Denmark reveal a new era in UFOlogy. 21:302/12Mark speaks to the brother of one of the first people interrogated by Stakeknife.
| 21:00Sean Farrington explores why average wages haven't increased in nearly 20 years. 21:30James Gallagher and the panel consider if an assisted death can guarantee a peaceful end.
| 21:00Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. 21:45Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis are joined by Cleo Watson to discuss the power of three.
| 21:00A hush-hush factory opening. No photographs allowed. Oaths of secrecy. What's going on?
| 21:00Live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories.
| 21:00Money Box dissects week's financial turmoil and the impact on pensions. 21:25Farmer Baroness Minette Batters makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Farm Africa 21:30People of a small town in Ohio have more on their minds than the impact of trade tariffs.
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| 22:00 | 22:00President Trump revealed the talks in a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu 22:456/10E. M. Forster’s novel of gay love, published posthumously, now a beacon of gay literature.
| 22:00US imposes 104% tariffs on Chinese imports 22:457/10E. M. Forster’s novel of gay love, published posthumously, now a beacon of gay literature.
| 22:00US stocks soar as Donald Trump pauses most of his higher tariffs 22:458/10E. M. Forster’s novel of gay love, published posthumously, now a beacon of gay literature.
| 22:00Will US president yet back down? 22:459/10E. M. Forster’s novel of gay love, published posthumously, now a beacon of gay literature.
| 22:00Parliament will be recalled tomorrow for emergency legislation to save Scunthorpe plant 22:4510/10E. M. Forster’s novel of gay love, published posthumously, now a beacon of gay literature.
| 22:00National and international news from BBC Radio 4 22:15Dan Saladino finds out how a farm in west Cork became an influential cookery schools.
| 22:00Ben Wright and guests discuss the government's moves to take control of British Steel.
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| 23:00 | 23:005/5The concluding episode of Julian Simpson's fast-paced and globe-trotting drama. 23:30Susan Hulme reports as ministers relax the rules on the transition to electric vehicles.
| 23:00Musk fears a 'Terminator future', where robots destroy humans. So why is he creating AI? 23:30Sean Curran reports as the Prime Minister faces 90 minutes of questioning from MPs.
| 23:004/6DMs Are Open continues with more sketches written by YOU. 23:153/8The Simpsons' Harry Shearer talks about the magic of live theatre and good manners. 23:30As reports of child sexual abuse rise, survivors unite for meaningful action.
| 23:00But the trade war with China continues. 23:30Ian Burke celebrates Manchester's new night bus service.
| 23:00People were getting ‘yippy’ according to the president… 23:30The story of haemophiliac Suresh Vaghela.
| 23:00Roger's desperate to stop Pie giving Britain’s most famous family a right royal kicking. 23:30Germany's chancellor-in-waiting. 23:45Sean Curran reports as MPs meet for a rare Saturday sitting to debate the steel crisis.
| 23:00Brian Boru's celebrated defeat of Hiberno-Norse forces and allies outside Dublin in 1014. 23:45A new short work from Richard Smyth about an itinerant inventor on a quest for justice.
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