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As Syrians vote on their constitution, the programme hears from supporters of President Assad in Damascus. Also, former NHS chief Lord Crisp gives his verdict on the Health Bill.

As Syrians vote on their constitution, we hear from supporters of President Assad on the streets of Damascus. Lord Hutton and Lord Crisp discuss the limits of competition in the NHS. Lord Crisp describes the government's Health Bill as a confused mess.
We look at China's increasing use of soft power to win influence in the world.
And Mike Wooldridge reports from Johannesburg as Nelson Mandela recovers from an operation.

30 minutes

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Sun 26 Feb 2012 13:00

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  • Sun 26 Feb 2012 13:00