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The Week in Parliament: 17/05/2013

2013-05-18T05:10:59Z

Weekly programme looking back at the week in Westminster with Keith Macdougall.

On Show: 30/03/2005

2013-05-18T04:09:04Z

The story of Bonnie Tyler, whose hits included Total Eclipse of the Heart.

Select Committees: Tax Avoidance Committee

2013-05-18T04:09:03Z

The Public Accounts select committee evidence on tax avoidance, from Thursday 16 May.

Fuine/Home Baking: Puddings/Mìlseanan

2013-05-18T00:24:44Z

Bakers share their favourite pudding recipes.

The One Show: 17/05/2013

2013-05-18T01:02:58Z

To commemorate the Dambusters' raid, Chris Evans takes a flight in a Lancaster bomber.

Swansea Market: Episode 2

2013-05-18T00:24:21Z

Traders try to tempt customers to their stalls over the lucrative festive season.

Landward: 2013/2014: 17/05/2013

2013-05-17T23:24:14Z

Sarah tells the tale of the revival of Longhorn cattle while Nick cooks up a storm.

50s Britannia: Rock 'n' Roll Britannia

2013-05-17T21:26:42Z

Documentary about British youth's attempts to copy American rock 'n' roll in the late 50s.

Natural World: Leopards: 21st Century Cats

2013-05-17T21:31:33Z

Is it possible for leopards and people to live alongside each other?

Pappano's Essential Ring Cycle

2013-05-17T19:23:52Z

Sir Antonio Pappano tells the story of Wagner's opera cycle, The Ring of the Nibelungen.

Planet Earth: Caves

2013-05-17T20:13:44Z

Featuring, among others, the Cave of Swallows in Mexico and Deer Cave in Borneo.

Nature's Microworlds: Yellowstone

2013-05-17T16:46:42Z

Steve Backshall looks for the answer to a puzzle involving wolves and beavers.

The Film Review: 17/05/2013

2013-05-17T20:09:25Z

Mark Kermode and Gavin Esler look at the week's film and DVD releases.

Flog It!: Series 5: Corby

2013-05-17T21:30:54Z

The programme visits the former steel town of Corby.

House of Lords: Queen's Speech

2013-05-17T19:29:45Z

Recorded coverage of business in the House of Lords on Wednesday 15 May.

House of Commons: Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Questions

2013-05-17T17:24:34Z

Live coverage of questions to environment, food and rural affairs secretary Owen Paterson.

Business Questions: 16/05/2013

2013-05-17T21:30:03Z

Live coverage of the announcement of Commons business for the week ahead.

Saints and Scroungers: Series 3: Austin/Woods

2013-05-17T17:15:36Z

Investigators in Havering uncover the biggest benefits scam in the council's history.

Daily Politics: 17/05/2013

2013-05-17T19:27:46Z

Andrew Neil with the latest political news, interviews and debate, including EU news.

The One Show: 16/05/2013

2013-05-17T19:24:54Z

Matt Baker and Alex Jones are joined by comedian Jack Dee.

Thursday in Parliament: 16/05/2013

2013-05-17T16:29:38Z

Highlights of Thursday 16 May in Parliament presented by Keith Macdougall.

The View: 16/05/2013

2013-05-17T21:05:06Z

Mark Carruthers review the week's political events from Stormont and Westminster.

Beechgrove Garden: 2013: Episode 7

2013-05-17T15:39:32Z

Jim sows the seeds for a test to find out which is the tastiest tomato variety.

This Week: 16/05/2013

2013-05-17T15:08:11Z

Andrew Neil is joined by Tessa Jowell, Michael Portillo, Toby Young and Katie Price.

Scottish First Minister's Questions: 16/05/2013

2013-05-17T16:03:48Z

Questions in the Scottish Parliament to first minister Alex Salmond from 16 May.

World Business Report: 17/05/2013

2013-05-17T14:56:25Z

The latest business news, with reports from Singapore, Frankfurt, London and New York.

Saints and Scroungers: Series 3: Ali/Clarke

2013-05-17T15:25:12Z

Dom meets Laura and her daughter Poppy, who has been diagnosed as profoundly deaf.

Fake Britain: Series 1: Fake Identity

2013-05-17T14:13:29Z

We follow the UK Border agency, and go inside the National Document Fraud Unit.

Politics Scotland: 16/05/2013

2013-05-17T16:48:44Z

Coverage of some of the day's debates in the Scottish Parliament.

Question Time: 16/05/2013

2013-05-17T22:04:00Z

With defence secretary Philip Hammond MP and shadow immigration minister Chris Bryant MP.

My Life in Books: Series 1: Larry Lamb and Sarah Millican

2013-05-17T06:18:17Z

Actor Larry Lamb and comedian Sarah Millican discuss their five favourite books.

Bargain Hunt: Series 34: Norfolk 30

2013-05-17T05:11:53Z

Catherine Southon and Jonathan Pratt help the teams in Norfolk. Tim visits Ham House.

The Dambusters: 70 Years On

2013-05-17T21:24:10Z

Dan Snow presents from RAF Scampton, a tribute to WWII's daring Dambusters raid.

Watchdog: Series 31: Episode 3

2013-05-17T20:41:39Z

Actor Nigel Havers reveals how he was cheated out of money by a rogue lettings agency.

The Sheriffs Are Coming: Series 1: Episode 10

2013-05-17T16:25:48Z

The sheriffs try to help a pharmacist who didn't get paid for twelve weeks' work.

Homes Under the Hammer: Series 17: Episode 22

2013-05-17T00:46:04Z

Martin Roberts and Lucy Alexander visit homes in Stoke, Kent and Eccles.

Regency Life: 3 Lives in 1 Day

2013-05-17T00:19:33Z

Actress Charlotte Ritchie lifts the lid on a typical day for three Regency-era people.

Britain on Film: Country Living

2013-05-17T00:20:54Z

How new technologies and production methods changed the face of agriculture in the 1960s.

Timewatch: Dam Busters: The Race to Smash the German Dams

2013-05-16T15:23:00Z

A fresh look at the legendary 1943 mission that, extraordinarily, almost never happened.

The Tube: An Underground History

2013-05-17T10:40:46Z

Documentary revealing the tube's hidden history as it celebrates being 150 years old.

Britain's Biggest Hoarders: Series 1: Episode 2

2013-05-17T14:35:10Z

Jasmine helps 79-year-old engineer Jeff reclaim his home from the chaos of his hoard.

Bradford: City of Dreams: Episode 2

2013-05-15T17:38:05Z

Revealing how Bradford's long tradition as a magnet for economic migrants lives on today.

Planet Earth: Freshwater

2013-05-16T21:42:50Z

Following the descent of the planet's mightiest rivers from their sources to the sea.

CF99: 15/05/2013

2013-05-16T15:06:27Z

Rhaglen drafod gwleidyddol wythnosol. Weekly political discussion programme.

World Business Report: 16/05/2013

2013-05-16T13:52:47Z

The latest business news, with reports from Singapore, Frankfurt, London and New York.

The Nolan Show: Series 3: Episode 3

2013-05-17T15:57:30Z

Stephen Nolan probes the issues that matter with lively debate and interesting guests.

The One Show: 15/05/2013

2013-05-17T12:16:06Z

With Angela Rippon, Alice Roberts, Simon Reeve, Alexei Sayle and Peter White.

My Life in Books: Series 1: Duchess of Devonshire and Elizabeth McGovern

2013-05-16T17:50:32Z

Deborah Cavendish and Elizabeth McGovern discuss their favourite books with Anne Robinson.

Bargain Hunt: Series 31: Newark 13

2013-05-16T17:50:32Z

Experts Mark Stacey and Catherine Southon battle it out with their contestants.

Swansea: Back on the Streets: Episode 2

2013-05-17T21:25:15Z

Following those trying to find somewhere to live as a matter of urgency.

Soillse: Series 4: Sgìre a'Mheatailt/Heavy Metal

2013-05-16T12:16:28Z

Looking at how the small town of Fengjiang, located south of Shanghai deal with recycling.

Wednesday in Parliament: 15/05/2013

2013-05-17T21:24:51Z

Highlights of Wednesday 15 May in Parliament presented by Keith Macdougall.

The Sheriffs Are Coming: Series 1: Episode 9

2013-05-16T18:07:59Z

The employer who deducted rent money from wages but did not pass it on to the landlord.

Homes Under the Hammer: Series 14: Episode 139

2013-05-17T12:29:52Z

Martin Roberts and Lucy Alexander visit homes in Lincolnshire, London and Kent.

Fake Britain: Series 1: Fake Medicines

2013-05-17T12:33:14Z

We show how easy it is to purchase prescription drugs online without a prescription.

Great Artists in Their Own Words: Out of the Darkness (1939-1966)

2013-05-17T16:29:15Z

Documentary series unlocking the archives to tell the story of the birth of modern art.

House of Commons: 15/05/2013

2013-05-17T15:59:14Z

Includes the fifth day of debate on the Queen's Speech, focusing on economic growth.

House of Lords: Queen's Speech

2013-05-17T15:48:53Z

Recorded coverage of business in the House of Lords on Tuesday 14 May.

The Apprentice: Series 9: Flat-Pack

2013-05-15T17:15:36Z

The candidates must come up with a unique piece of flat-pack furniture.

Bankers: Risking It All

2013-05-17T16:02:23Z

The inside story of how the banking industry deals with risk.

Stories from the Dark Earth: Meet the Ancestors Revisited: Sacred Women of the Iron Age

2013-05-15T00:10:56Z

Julian Richards returns to the excavation of two very different Iron Age women.

Politics Scotland: 15/05/2013

2013-05-17T12:15:23Z

Coverage of some of the day's debates in the Scottish Parliament.

Daily Politics: 15/05/2013

2013-05-17T16:01:23Z

Jo Coburn and Giles Dilnot review this week's Prime Minister's Questions.

Prime Minister's Questions: 15/05/2013

2013-05-17T15:59:07Z

Live coverage of questions in the House of Commons to Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.

Britain's Best Drives: North Yorkshire Moors

2013-05-17T15:49:54Z

Richard Wilson takes a car journey from Scarborough to Whitby via the Yorkshire moors.

Spotlight: 14/05/2013

2013-05-15T18:16:22Z

The negative equity crash and the deals the banks are doing to try to write it off.

House of Commons: International Development Questions

2013-05-17T13:11:02Z

Live coverage of questions to Welsh secretary David Jones and his ministerial team.

World Business Report: 15/05/2013

2013-05-17T13:11:29Z

The latest business news, with reports from Singapore, Frankfurt, London and New York.

Planet Earth: Mountains

2013-05-15T16:46:19Z

A look at mountains, from their origins at Earth's lowest places to the summit of Everest.

My Life in Books: Series 1: Jeanette Winterson and Alastair Campbell

2013-05-14T09:44:32Z

Jeanette Winterson and Alastair Campbell discuss their favourite books.

Bargain Hunt: Series 34: Portobello/Alexandra Palace 26

2013-05-14T20:38:44Z

The teams head to the bustling Portobello Road market to seek items to take to auction.

Saints and Scroungers: Series 3: Evans/Lambert

2013-05-14T19:00:55Z

Fraud investigators discover that a single mother has a taste for very expensive motors.

The Sheriffs Are Coming: Series 1: Episode 8

2013-05-14T18:49:04Z

This episode features a former office manager who was sacked by text.

Archaeology: A Secret History: The Power of the Past

2013-05-17T12:29:21Z

Dr Miles reaches the 20th century and a new quest, discovering the life of the common man.

Homes Under the Hammer: Series 17: Episode 21

2013-05-14T19:02:25Z

Martin Roberts and Lucy Alexander visit homes in Cornwall, London and West Midlands.

Fake Britain: Series 1: Fake Cars

2013-05-14T19:02:51Z

We show how to spot a 'cloned vehicle' - a stolen car that has been given a new identity.

Welsh First Minister's Questions: 14/05/2013

2013-05-17T17:43:47Z

Recorded coverage of questions to first minister Carwyn Jones from Tuesday 14 May.

Tuesday in Parliament: 14/05/2013

2013-05-15T08:26:22Z

Highlights of Tuesday 14 May in Parliament presented by Keith Macdougall.

Stormont Today: 14/05/2013

2013-05-15T08:17:42Z

Mark Carruthers looks at the day's events at the Assembly and Northern Ireland Executive.

House of Commons: 14/05/2013

2013-05-15T05:06:37Z

Includes the fourth day of debate on the Queen's Speech, focusing on the cost of living.

The Entrepreneurs: The Pitch

2013-05-15T03:00:32Z

From Manhattan to Morningside, Scots battle to raise funds for their business ideas.

The One Show: 14/05/2013

2013-05-15T02:24:19Z

Matt and Alex are joined in the studio by Chris Tarrant, and Bonnie Tyler is in Malmo.

Abby and Brittany: Joined for Life: Episode 3

2013-05-16T13:55:52Z

Abby and Brittany Hensel prepare for their first job at a school.

Britain on Film: Animal Magic

2013-05-14T10:22:09Z

A look at 1960s short films documenting Britain's ambiguous relationships with animals.

am.pm: 14/05/2013

2013-05-14T23:05:52Z

Including First Minister's Questions.

Treasures of Ancient Rome: The Empire Strikes Back

2013-05-14T09:30:49Z

Alastair Sooke charts the fall of the Roman Empire through some of its artistic treasures.

House of Commons: Live Treasury Questions

2013-05-14T22:33:04Z

Live questions to chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne and his ministerial team.

Keeping Britain Alive: The NHS in a Day: Episode 8

2013-05-17T18:27:43Z

A day in the life of the NHS. Looking at the UK's single biggest killer, heart disease.

Monday in Parliament: 13/05/2013

2013-05-15T10:26:53Z

Highlights of Monday 13 May in Parliament presented by Kristiina Cooper.

Daily Politics: 14/05/2013

2013-05-14T21:42:14Z

Jo Coburn and Matthew Parris discuss the referendum on Britain's membership of the EU.

House of Lords: Queen's Speech

2013-05-14T21:00:52Z

Recorded coverage of business in the House of Lords on Monday 13 May.

NASA: Triumph and Tragedy: One Giant Leap

2013-05-17T15:16:03Z

The Challenger and Columbia tragedies marked the beginning of the end for space shuttles.

The Entrepreneurs: One is the Loneliest Number

2013-05-14T19:05:49Z

Ex-cop Jim Duffy and a group of Scots try to defy the economic downturn.

Great British Railway Journeys: Series 1: St Pancras to Westminster

2013-05-13T08:25:24Z

Michael climbs up the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament to hear Big Ben chime.

Frost on Sketch Shows

2013-05-16T10:00:42Z

Sir David Frost traces the development of the TV sketch show over the last fifty years.

Bradford: City of Dreams: Episode 1

2013-05-14T22:33:01Z

Looking at life in modern Bradford and the characters trying to defy the economic gloom.

World Business Report: 14/05/2013

2013-05-14T16:33:30Z

The latest business news, with reports from Singapore, Frankfurt, London and New York.

Stormont Today: 13/05/2013

2013-05-14T19:03:11Z

Mark Carruthers looks at the day's events at the Assembly and Northern Ireland Executive.

Planet Earth: From Pole to Pole

2013-05-14T09:43:30Z

Following the sun's seasonal journey and how it affects the lives of all creatures.

Northern Ireland Assembly: 13/05/2013

2013-05-17T17:44:18Z

Recorded coverage of questions in the Northern Ireland Assembly on Monday 13 May.

Sgoil nan Cuileanan/Puppy School: Episode 7

2013-05-14T16:29:30Z

This week the class try 'walking to heel off lead' and for agility, the 'see-saw'.

House of Commons: 13/05/2013

2013-05-14T16:25:53Z

Live coverage of the day's proceedings in the House of Commons.

The Truth about Depression

2013-05-16T12:41:37Z

Stephen Nolan examines the science behind depression and meets those battling the illness.

Helicopter Rescue: Series 2: Episode 4

2013-05-14T16:31:00Z

The crews undertake rescues at Caernarfon Castle and on the slopes of Crib Goch.

My Life in Books: Series 1: Sister Wendy and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen

2013-05-14T09:42:30Z

Sister Wendy Beckett and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen discuss their favourite books.

Bargain Hunt: Series 31: Anglesey 20

2013-05-14T09:21:39Z

The Welsh isle of Anglesey is the spectacular setting for another Bargain Hunt.

X-Ray: Series 13: Episode 1

2013-05-14T14:11:29Z

Rachel meets a family whose home was devastated by a fire started in their dishwasher.

Saints and Scroungers: Series 3: Olayeye/Emerson

2013-05-14T09:18:19Z

Investigators try to unravel lies involving 16 fictitious children and four properties.

The Sheriffs Are Coming: Series 1: Episode 7

2013-05-14T14:46:46Z

The wedding photographer who refused to give a disappointed bride her money back.

Homes Under the Hammer: Series 14: Episode 138

2013-05-14T09:19:49Z

Martin Roberts and Lucy Alexander visit homes in London, Kent and Stockport.

Fake Britain: Series 1: Fake Cash and Cards

2013-05-14T09:19:36Z

City of London Police Economic Crime Squad officers find a fake credit card factory.

Snog Marry Avoid?: Series 6: Natasha and Laura

2013-05-16T13:55:49Z

Laura's mum wishes her daughter could be confident without the make-up and fake tan.

Brushing up on...: British Factories

2013-05-10T10:28:26Z

Danny Baker ponders the British factory - the products, the people and the bosses.

The One Show: 13/05/2013

2013-05-14T19:03:49Z

Matt Baker and Alex Jones are joined by comedian Ricky Gervais.

The Genius of Marie Curie - The Woman Who Lit up the World

2013-05-14T11:42:44Z

Revealing Marie Curie's personal life and the challenges she faced and overcame.

The Many Faces of...: Series 2: Stanley Baxter

2013-05-17T09:19:35Z

Celebrating the extraordinary career of entertainer Stanley Baxter.

Unsafe Sex in the City: Episode 4

2013-05-11T15:49:07Z

Gary finds out the hard way that it's not just STIs condoms are designed to prevent.

Hebrides: Islands on the Edge: Episode 2

2013-05-16T10:52:56Z

Wildlife face the biggest storm in living memory. And the basking sharks arrive.

The Prisoners: Episode 3

2013-05-13T19:03:32Z

This episode features a cross-prison relationship between Chloe and co-defendant Michael.

The Flying Archaeologist: Hadrian's Wall: Life on the Frontier

2013-05-11T15:46:03Z

Ben Robinson flies over Hadrian's Wall to reveal a once richly populated landscape.

Great British Railway Journeys: Series 1: Coventry to Watford

2013-05-11T15:44:30Z

Michael Portillo meets the last pure-breed Aylesbury duck farmer in Buckinghamshire.

Rip Off Britain: Series 4 (Evening): Episode 6

2013-05-13T18:06:34Z

Investigating the companies taking advantage of an easy way to make payments.

Daily Politics: 13/05/2013

2013-05-13T18:47:03Z

Jo Coburn is joined by Charles Kennedy, Margaret Beckett, Lord Forsyth and Clare Gerada.

The British Academy Television Awards: 2013

2013-05-14T14:03:36Z

Graham Norton hosts the television awards ceremony, from the Royal Festival Hall, London.

Life in the Undergrowth: Supersocieties

2013-05-13T18:37:05Z

Revealing how small insects can accomplish great things by working in amazing partnerships

Saints and Scroungers: Series 3: Mafuta/ Charters

2013-05-17T15:32:21Z

In Southend, a charity worker is suspected of claiming £31,000 in illegal benefits.

My Life in Books: Series 1: Peter Snow and Dan Snow

2013-05-13T18:36:23Z

Peter and Dan Snow share their five favourite reads.

Bargain Hunt: Series 34: Wetherby 14

2013-05-13T18:08:01Z

The Bargain Hunt teams search for bargains at Wetherby Racecourse.

The Sheriffs Are Coming: Series 1: Episode 6

2013-05-14T09:42:47Z

The plumber who fitted a central heating system for a company but did not get paid.

Homes Under the Hammer: Series 17: Episode 20

2013-05-13T18:07:34Z

Martin Roberts and Lucy Alexander visit homes in Cardiff, Kent and Middlesbrough.

Fake Britain: Series 1: Fake Goods

2013-05-13T18:09:29Z

Dominic Littlewood investigates the potentially lethal effects of fake electricals.

World Business Report: 13/05/2013

2013-05-13T07:21:20Z

The latest business news, with reports from Singapore, Frankfurt, London and New York.

Britain on Film: This Sceptred Isle

2013-05-11T12:09:54Z

A look at the short films that documented unusual British customs, rituals and traditions.

Select Committees: 12/05/2013

2013-05-16T19:46:48Z

Political and Constitutional Affairs session on the Wright reforms, from Thursday 9 May.

Washington Journal: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T02:17:52Z

C-SPAN interviews with leading figures on the American political scene and viewers' calls.

Snog Marry Avoid?: Series 6: Jessica and Meleisha

2013-05-13T11:57:06Z

Ellie and POD are in London to transform clubber Meliesha and exhibitionist Jess.

Leading Questions: Ian Marchant

2013-05-11T20:27:00Z

Douglas Fraser talks to Ian Marchant, boss of energy giant SSE.

House of Commons: Commons Business Statement

2013-05-13T00:14:58Z

Recorded coverage of the announcement of Commons business for the week from Thursday 9 May

Barely Legal Drivers: Matthew and Georgina

2013-05-10T09:58:22Z

Drama student Matthew and party girl Georgina take the wheel to their parents' dismay.

The Culture Show: Not Like Any Other Love: The Smiths

2013-05-13T13:31:13Z

A variety of dedicated fans discuss the enduring quality of The Smiths' music.

Love Me Do: The Beatles '62

2013-05-14T15:04:53Z

Stuart Maconie celebrates the 50th anniversary of the release of the Beatles' Love Me Do.

Countryfile: Hampshire

2013-05-17T16:51:13Z

Matt Baker explores the maritime history of Hampshire.

Gower: Episode 4

2013-05-13T13:33:41Z

The RNLI remembers Gower's lifeboat tragedy as they prepare for their annual fundraiser.

Gower: Episode 3

2013-05-13T13:33:48Z

Llandewi and Knelston WI is determined to win the shield in the annual Gower Show.

The Fantastic Mr Feynman

2013-05-14T09:41:47Z

Family and friends contribute to a celebration of Richard Feynman.

Sunday Politics North West: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:39:22Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics North East and Cumbria: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:39:57Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

The Challenger

2013-05-13T13:32:30Z

The story of how Richard Feynman helped to discover the cause of the Challenger disaster.

Roundhead or Cavalier: Which One Are You?

2013-05-12T07:39:55Z

How Britain is still defined by the battle between metaphorical Cavaliers and Roundheads.

Sunday Politics East: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:38:08Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics West Midlands: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:35:41Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics South East: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:40:20Z

Andrew Neil and Julia George with the latest political news, interviews and debate.

America this Week: 12/05/2013

2013-05-12T19:15:16Z

Highlights of the week in politics in the USA from C-SPAN.

She-Wolves: England's Early Queens: Isabella and Margaret

2013-05-10T22:30:32Z

Helen Castor looks at the lives of Isabella of France and Margaret of Anjou.

Coast: Series 8: All at Sea

2013-05-13T13:32:09Z

The Coast team explore surprising stories of cannibalism and communist submarines.

The State Opening of Parliament: The Queen's Speech

2013-05-10T20:02:40Z

The Queen's Speech outlining the government's legislative programme for the coming year.

Sunday Politics West: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:33:52Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics Yorkshire and Lincolnshire: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:40:11Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

The Diamond Queen: Episode 3

2013-05-14T10:05:08Z

Andrew Marr takes a look at HM the Queen's accession to the throne.

Sunday Politics South: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:34:46Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics East Midlands: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:37:40Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics Scotland: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:33:21Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics South West: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:34:32Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics London: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:34:51Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics Northern Ireland: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:33:34Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Sunday Politics Wales: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:34:02Z

Guests include defence secretary Philip Hammond.

Click: 11/05/2013

2013-05-12T12:01:23Z

Click looks at silent tech and technology atop the tallest building in Western Europe.

Points of View: 2013: Episode 6

2013-05-13T13:26:21Z

Jeremy Vine offers viewers the opportunity to voice their opinions on BBC TV programmes.

Hairy Bikers' Best of British: Series 1 - 45 minute versions: Vegetarian

2013-05-13T13:32:13Z

The Bikers explore the history behind the vegetarian society.

The Andrew Marr Show: 12/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:26:13Z

James Landale is joined by MPs Michael Gove and Yvette Cooper, plus actor Ed Stoppard.

Chinese Food Made Easy: Fast Food and Street Food

2013-05-13T13:32:57Z

Ching-He Huang demonstrates recipes inspired by her love of Chinese fast food.

Saturday Kitchen Best Bites: Episode 80

2013-05-13T13:30:43Z

James Martin takes a look back at some of his favourite moments from Saturday Kitchen.

Beechgrove Garden: 2013: Episode 6

2013-05-13T20:46:22Z

Chris Beardshaw visits Brogdale Farm - home of the National Fruit Collection.

Great TV Mistakes: Cutdowns: Episode 11

2013-05-12T10:13:19Z

TV's very worst gaffes and continuity errors. With cuttings from Fawlty Towers and Friends

The State Opening of Parliament: Queen's Speech - Leaders' Speeches

2013-05-12T03:18:41Z

Coverage of the leaders' speeches responding to the Queen's Speech, from Wednesday 8 May.

Mars: A Horizon Guide

2013-05-10T17:42:39Z

How the possibility of life on Mars has fuelled man's quest to visit the Red Planet.

The Film Review: 11/05/2013

2013-05-12T01:33:33Z

Mark Kermode and Gavin Esler look at the week's film and DVD releases.

The State Opening of Parliament: 2013

2013-05-14T16:18:02Z

Coverage of the State Opening of Parliament, presented by James Landale, from 8 May.

The Sky at Night: Stunning Saturn

2013-05-13T13:23:39Z

The team investigate the storm that is still raging in Saturn's atmosphere.

Briefings: Global Investment Conference

2013-05-11T23:50:14Z

Recorded coverage of speeches at the Global Investment Conference.

The United States of Television: America in Primetime: The Crusader

2013-05-13T13:22:38Z

A look at TV heroes and the often slender line that separates them from the villains.

Welsh Assembly: Public Service Reform and Ambulance Review

2013-05-11T22:09:26Z

With debates on public service reform and McClelland ambulance review, from Tuesday 7 May.

House of Commons: Childcare Urgent Question

2013-05-11T22:08:43Z

Coverage of the urgent question on the government's plans for childcare, Thursday 9 May.

Select Committees: European Scrutiny Committee

2013-05-16T19:46:29Z

Coverage of the European Scrutiny Committee on European scrutiny system, Wednesday 8 May.

The Many Faces of...: Series 2: Robbie Coltrane

2013-05-17T09:19:35Z

Telling the story of actor Robbie Coltrane, who talks candidly about his career.

Top Gear: Series 14: Bolivia Special

2013-05-16T07:34:36Z

The Top Gear gang attempt to drive from the heart of Bolivia to the coast of Chile.

The Culture Show: The Magic Tricks of JJ Abrams: A Culture Show Special

2013-05-17T09:19:43Z

JJ Abrams talks to Mark Kermode about his lifelong love of filmmaking.

South Pacific: Series 1: Fragile Paradise

2013-05-10T16:48:39Z

A look at what is being done to preserve the South Pacific and its wildlife.

Restoration Home: Series 2: Coulton Mill

2013-05-13T13:22:38Z

A couple are attempting to restore Coulton Mill, a 13th century, 10-acre site in Yorkshire

Welsh Assembly: National Procurement Service

2013-05-11T17:23:19Z

A statement made by Jane Hutt on National Procurement Service, from Tuesday 7 May.

Coast: Series 6: Western Isles and Shetland

2013-05-13T13:22:55Z

Neil Oliver visits the Isle of Lewis to seek out the last witness of the Iolaire disaster.

Scottish Parliament: Childcare

2013-05-11T15:50:31Z

Including the debate tabled by the Labour party on childcare, from Wednesday 8 May.

Northern Ireland Assembly: Primary Schools

2013-05-11T15:17:03Z

Coverage of debates on Inner South Belfast Primary Schools and Paediatric Cardiac Surgery.

Welsh Assembly: Capital Allocations Statement

2013-05-11T15:17:01Z

Coverage of a statement made by Jane Hutt on Capital Allocations, from Tuesday 7 May.

Saturday Kitchen: 11/05/2013

2013-05-13T13:17:40Z

James is joined by top chefs Alexis Gauthier and Aggi Sverrisson, and gymnast Louis Smith.

Talking Pictures: Alec Guinness

2013-05-13T13:22:06Z

A retrospective look at television appearances made over the years by Alec Guinness.

Fuine/Home Baking: Bread/Aran

2013-05-11T02:54:40Z

Bakers share their favourite bread recipes.

Swansea Market: Episode 1

2013-05-14T07:54:55Z

Tracking the lives of Swansea Market traders over three of the busiest months of the year.

Britain's Biggest Hoarders: Series 1: Episode 1

2013-05-14T07:51:55Z

Jasmine helps 87-year-old Olive in Brighton get the home back which she lost to hoarding.

Swansea: Back on the Streets: Episode 1

2013-05-14T07:55:02Z

Investigating whether anything has changed for Swansea's homeless since the last series.

The Apprentice: Series 9: Beer

2013-05-14T07:55:54Z

The candidates must invent a new flavoured beer, but there is trouble brewing.

Bankers: Fixing The System

2013-05-14T07:53:16Z

The story of the scandal that ripped through the banking industry and took down a legend.

Great Artists in Their Own Words: The Future Is Now (1907-1939)

2013-05-17T09:21:12Z

The story of modern art as told in the words of the artists who helped create it.

Stories from the Dark Earth: Meet the Ancestors Revisited: Families of the Stone Age

2013-05-06T18:04:34Z

Archaeologist Julian Richards returns to the excavation of two burials from the Stone Age.

The Apprentice: Series 9: Container

2013-05-14T07:56:11Z

The battle to become Lord Sugar's next business partner begins with a selling task.

Keeping Britain Alive: The NHS in a Day: Episode 7

2013-05-15T00:13:55Z

Taking a look at the NHS beyond the hospital environment.

Archaeology: A Secret History: The Search for Civilisation

2013-05-07T16:36:19Z

How discoveries in the 18th century overturned ideas of when and where civilisation began.

Hebrides: Islands on the Edge: Episode 1

2013-05-15T18:50:43Z

Young swallows, otters and seals face the biggest storms and highest tides of the year.

Sgoil nan Cuileanan/Puppy School: Episode 6

2013-05-14T10:29:26Z

This week the class try out 'gate control' and more agility with the 'hoop'.

The Flying Archaeologist: Norfolk Broads

2013-05-10T11:05:25Z

Ben Robinson examines the hundreds of previously unknown ancient sites in the Norfolk area

Points of View: 2013: Episode 5

2013-05-07T08:55:10Z

Jeremy Vine offers viewers the opportunity to voice their opinions on BBC TV programmes.

The United States of Television: America in Primetime: The Independent Woman

2013-05-04T21:50:17Z

Alan Yentob reflects on the social changes that transformed the perception of women on TV.

Fuine/Home Baking: Canapes

2013-05-14T16:19:56Z

Bakers share their favourite sponge cake recipes.

Stories from the Dark Earth: Meet the Ancestors Revisited: Pagans of Roman Britain

2013-05-02T15:38:02Z

Julian Richards goes back to the excavation of two burials from Roman Britain.

Keeping Britain Alive: The NHS in a Day: Episode 6

2013-05-16T15:05:18Z

A look at the increasing demands on the NHS and the very real costs of those demands.

Archaeology: A Secret History: In the Beginning

2013-05-07T10:00:09Z

Richard Miles explores how archaeology began by trying to prove a biblical truth.

Sgoil nan Cuileanan/Puppy School: Episode 5

2013-05-14T10:29:17Z

This week the class attempt 'recall off the lead' and more agility with the tunnel.

Helicopter Rescue: Series 2: Episode 3

2013-04-30T04:04:52Z

Tracking operations at RAF Aeronautical Rescue Co-ordination Centre in Scotland.

Rhys Jones's Wildlife Patrol: Episode 4

2013-04-30T01:37:41Z

Dr Rhys Jones encounters an African black eagle with an 8ft wingspan.

The Flying Archaeologist: Stonehenge: The Missing Link

2013-05-07T16:06:06Z

Ben Robinson reveals evidence about Stonehenge that explains the reason for its location.

Points of View: 2013: Episode 4

2013-04-27T09:10:47Z

Jeremy Vine offers viewers the opportunity to voice their opinions on BBC TV programmes.

The United States of Television: America in Primetime: The Misfit

2013-05-02T17:02:24Z

Alan Yentob looks at some of the most high-risk characters in primetime TV, the misfits.

Fuine/Home Baking: Sponges/Spuinnsean

2013-04-27T10:57:24Z

Bakers share their favourite sponge cake recipes.

Keeping Britain Alive: The NHS in a Day: Episode 5

2013-05-13T15:45:54Z

A patient is taken out to help assess whether he's well enough to return to the community.

Helicopter Rescue: Series 2: Episode 2

2013-04-24T22:15:10Z

A young girl is reunited with her rescuers a year after her car crash in Llandrindod Wells

Sgoil nan Cuileanan/Puppy School: Episode 4

2013-05-14T10:29:06Z

This week the class try out 'controlled walking' and get their first shot at agility.

Rhys Jones's Wildlife Patrol: Episode 3

2013-04-23T07:24:24Z

Dr Rhys Jones sets a wildlife mystery in to motion when he rescues a kestrel.

Points of View: 2013: Episode 3

2013-04-20T18:28:29Z

Jeremy Vine offers viewers the opportunity to voice their opinions on BBC TV programmes.

The United States of Television: America in Primetime: Man of the House

2013-04-24T15:09:30Z

Alan Yentob documents the history of US primetime television.

Fuine/Home Baking: Pastry/Pastraidh

2013-04-24T14:58:54Z

Bakers share their favourite pastry recipes.

Keeping Britain Alive: The NHS in a Day: Episode 4

2013-05-14T17:22:27Z

The story of a tetraplegic coming to terms with a changed relationship with his daughter.

Sgoil nan Cuileanan/Puppy School: Episode 3

2013-05-14T10:28:57Z

The class try out greeting other dogs and people as well as wait and recall.

Helicopter Rescue: Series 2: Episode 1

2013-04-24T22:15:24Z

Flt Lt Wales flies a Sea King to rescue a boy injured in a quarry in Blaenau Ffestiniog.

Rhys Jones's Wildlife Patrol: Episode 2

2013-04-26T22:46:31Z

Dr Rhys Jones has an encounter with a deadly scorpion sent through the post.

Points of View: 2013: Episode 2

2013-04-25T14:55:40Z

Jeremy Vine offers viewers the opportunity to voice their opinions on BBC TV programmes.

Fuine/Home Baking: Kids/Reasabaidhean airson clann

2013-04-19T20:29:15Z

Bakers share some recipes that kids will enjoy.

Keeping Britain Alive: The NHS in a Day: Episode 3

2013-05-13T23:38:23Z

A top surgeon performs a high risk brain operation while the patient is still awake.

Sgoil nan Cuileanan/Puppy School: Episode 2

2013-05-14T10:28:47Z

The class try out sitting at heel, as well as building on their lead work.

Rhys Jones's Wildlife Patrol: Episode 1

2013-04-15T09:32:14Z

Dr Rhys Jones encounters a scorpion sent through the post.

Points of View: 2013: Episode 1

2013-04-15T09:32:14Z

Viewers are offered the opportunity to voice their opinions on BBC TV programmes.

Fuine/Home Baking: Cup of Tea/Cupa tì

2013-04-19T20:29:14Z

Cupa tì. Bakers share their recipes for sweet treats to accompany a cup of tea.

Keeping Britain Alive: The NHS in a Day: Episode 2

2013-05-13T23:40:08Z

Anxious parents await news from a critical scan and an ex-boxing champ battles his demons.

Sgoil nan Cuileanan/Puppy School: Episode 1

2013-05-14T10:28:34Z

Julie MacDonald has some helpful advice for toilet training.

Fuine/Home Baking: Scones/Sgonaichean

2013-04-19T20:29:58Z

Sgonaichean. Bakers share their favourite scone recipes.

Keeping Britain Alive: The NHS in a Day: Episode 1

2013-05-13T15:43:08Z

Looking at what the NHS does in just one day to ask what is expected of it in the future.

Fuine/Home Baking: Lofaichean milis/Fruit Loaves

2013-04-19T20:29:59Z

Lofaichean milis. Bakers share their favourite fruit loaf recipes.

Steam Days: A Tale of Two Scotsmen

2013-01-08T17:11:37Z

Miles Kington tries to find out why the name 'Flying Scotsman' is so revered. (1986)

Steam Days: The Fishing Line

2013-01-08T17:02:46Z

Miles Kington travels on one of the most picturesque railways in Britain. (1986)

Steam Days: Going Great Western

2013-01-08T16:52:01Z

Miles Kington explores the line laid from Bristol to Exeter by Brunel. (1986)

Steam Days: Workhorses

2013-01-08T16:50:06Z

Miles Kington looks at freight trains and their usage before motorways. (1986)

Steam Days: The Quest for Speed

2013-01-08T16:15:38Z

The three locomotives which played a part in the world speed record. (1986)

Steam Days: Travels with a Duchess

2013-01-08T15:59:36Z

Miles Kington is shown the workings of the 'Duchess of Hamilton'. (1986)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest for a Dragon: Dragons of Komodo

2012-12-07T12:21:45Z

The Zoo Quest team sail to Komodo island, the home of a giant lizard. (1956)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest for a Dragon: Bali - Part Two

2012-12-07T12:21:44Z

David Attenborough encounters scaly anteaters as his expedition continues in Bali. (1956)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest for a Dragon: Bali - Part One

2012-12-07T12:21:47Z

David Attenborough's search for rare Indonesian animals moves to Bali. (1956)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest for a Dragon: Java

2012-12-07T12:21:49Z

Continuing his adventures in Indonesia, David Attenborough visits Java. (1956)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest for a Dragon: Borneo - Part Two

2012-12-07T12:18:14Z

David Attenborough goes in search of the legendary Komodo dragon. (1956)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest for a Dragon: Borneo - Part One

2012-12-07T12:17:23Z

David Attenborough begins his quest in Borneo. (1956)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest to Madagascar: Episode 5

2012-12-04T11:24:37Z

David Attenborough searches for one of the rarest animals of Madagascar, the indri. (1961)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest to Madagascar: Episode 2

2012-12-04T10:56:45Z

David Attenborough encounters fish that walk, giant chameleons and the coelacanth. (1961)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest to Madagascar: Episode 3

2012-12-04T10:38:24Z

David Attenborough looks at the people of Madagascar and their beliefs. (1961)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest to Madagascar: Episode 4

2012-12-04T10:15:57Z

David Attenborough finds ant lions, giant moths, mud wasps and lemurs. (1961)

Zoo Quest: Zoo Quest to Madagascar: Episode 1

2012-12-03T17:43:11Z

David Attenborough searches for the strange creatures that inhabit Madagascar. (1961)

In the Highest Tradition: Episode 5

2012-05-16T21:14:52Z

From the origins of the Grenadier Guards to modern times. (1989)

In the Highest Tradition: Episode 4

2012-05-16T21:13:34Z

The history of the Royal Scots Greys and the Charge of the Light Brigade. (1989)

The Devil's Music: Series 2: Episode 4

2012-11-06T15:33:35Z

Alexis Korner looks at contemporary Chicago Blues music. (1979)

The Devil's Music: Series 2: Episode 3

2012-11-06T15:33:34Z

Alexis Korner discovers that Blues music expresses a deep symbolic message. (1979)

The Devil's Music: Series 2: Episode 2

2012-11-06T15:33:32Z

Alexis Korner delves further into the soulful world of traditional Blues music. (1979)

The Devil's Music: Series 2: Episode 1

2012-11-06T15:33:30Z

Alexis Korner delves into the world of American Blues music. (1979)

Behind the Lines: The End is Where We Start From

2012-05-16T21:51:02Z

The trainees complete their recruitment course and discover if they have passed. (1985)

Behind the Lines: The Ice is All Around

2012-05-16T21:50:57Z

The final stage of training - a 200 mile yomp through the snow - easy! (1985)

Behind the Lines: Brother To Dragons, Companion to Owls

2012-05-16T21:50:55Z

'Direct action' - break into a fort and plant high explosives on a radio mast. (1985)

Behind the Lines: Now You Don't

2012-05-16T21:50:38Z

Death is just part of the job, so don't hesitate if the enemy comes into sight. (1985)

In the Highest Tradition: Episode 1

2012-05-16T20:58:30Z

A look at regimental tradition and the stories that make up regimental history. (1989)

The Paras: 480 Platoon

2012-05-16T19:42:10Z

The 480 Recruit Platoon begin training to become members of the Parachute Regiment. (1983)

The Paras: Down to Earth

2012-05-16T21:44:33Z

The recruits embark on their first posting to County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. (1984)

How to Make a Royal Marines Officer: Part 1

2012-05-16T20:45:40Z

Men who want to be Royal Marine Officers arrive at Commando Training Centre, Devon. (1989)

How to Make a Royal Marines Officer: Part 2

2012-05-16T20:45:47Z

The remainder of those hoping to be Royal Marine Officers face their toughest test. (1989)

Behind the Lines: Faint, Yet Pursuing

2012-05-16T21:47:27Z

Five days into a survival course on the Hebrides, and still no food. (1985)

Behind the Lines: Red in Tooth and Claw

2012-05-16T21:47:26Z

Living off the land isn't as easy as it looks, so a bit of scavenging helps. (1985)

Behind the Lines: Fain Would I Climb

2012-05-16T21:47:22Z

Training for 25 potential Royal Marines Mountain and Arctic Warfare Cadre begins. (1985)

The Paras: Ready for Anything

2012-05-16T20:58:45Z

Training comes to an abrupt end with the platoon on 24-hour standby for Falklands. (1983)

The Paras: Wings

2012-05-16T20:58:42Z

Parachute training for the 480 Platoon gets underway at RAF Brize Norton. (1983)

The Paras: P Company

2012-05-16T20:47:13Z

Recruits in 480 Platoon go through a rigorous three day test, known as 'P Company'. (1983)

The Paras: The Maroon Machine

2012-05-16T20:46:07Z

The Paras' basic training continues and they earn the right to wear maroon berets. (1983)

In the Highest Tradition: Episode 6

2012-05-16T20:47:15Z

Regimental treasures, mess traditions and loyalty in the British Army. (1989)

In the Highest Tradition: Episode 3

2012-05-16T20:58:51Z

Insights into the Gurkhas' history and commitment to the British Army. (1989)

In the Highest Tradition: Episode 2

2012-05-16T20:58:49Z

The notable traditions of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers. (1989)

The Paras: Basic Wales

2012-05-16T20:56:41Z

The recruits put their infantry theory into practice in the windy Welsh hills. (1983)