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Oil: A Crude History of Britain

Documentary series charting the legacy of Britain's oil boom, presented by James Naughtie

Radio 4,3 episodes

Episodes

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Black Spring
The story of a technical and engineering miracle that took place against the odds.
07 Sep 2015,28 mins
Episode 2
James Naughtie looks at how North Sea oil wealth has changed UK life and politics.
14 Sep 2015,28 mins
Episode 3
James Naughtie asks if Britain made the most of its North Sea oil rush.
21 Sep 2015,28 mins