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Episode 3

Episode 3 of 19

With the British Grand Prix roaring into action at Silverstone, the former voice of Formula 1 Murray Walker talks to Sian Williams about his career, values and Michael Schumacher. There will also be topical debate on the big ethical stories of the week.

1 hour

Should animal experiments be banned?

We’re a nation of animal lovers, but also a world leader in science. So what happens when the two collide? TheÌýgovernmentÌýplans to replace, refine and reduce the use of animals in research. Animal rights campaigners say it should be banned altogether. But scientists involved in animal research point to its importance in developing new drugs and treatments. What’s your view?


You can have your say by voting on the question online now or via SMS during the live show:ÌýÌý

This week's panel

Joining Sian Williams this week are:

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Sir Max Hastings: Historian and writer

Nina Wadia: Actress

Kevin Maguire: Associate Editor of the Daily Mirror

Dr Robert Beckford: Theologian

Interview: Murray Walker

TheÌýlegendaryÌývoice of FormulaÌý1ÌýMurray Walker talks to SianÌýabout his remarkable life.ÌýIn a compelling interview,ÌýMurray, aged 91, who retired from full time commentating in 2001,Ìýtalks about the excitement of Grand Prix racing, Michael Schumacher and his own life values.

Are there too many charities?

There are too many charities doing the same thing and competing unnecessarily, says the outgoing chief executive of the Charity Commission.



There are 160,000 registered charities in England and Wales. The commission receives about 30 applications to start a newÌýoneÌýevery week, though not all getÌýoff the ground.ÌýÌýÌý



So should it be made harder to register a new charityÌý-ÌýandÌýare we suffering from charity fatigue?

Are Christian assemblies in schools ‘meaningless’?

The National Governors' Association has called for the abolition of the 70-year-old rule that requires schools to hold a Christian assembly every day, saying it is "meaningless" in a multicultural society.ÌýÌýÌý

SoÌýis it a tradition that is no longer relevant? Or does it go to the very core of BritishÌýtradition and identity?

Live from the Cotswold Show

Andrew PlantÌýreports live from the Cotswold Show, where animals of all descriptions and rural pursuits are showcased. ÌýAndrew willÌýcapture the views of people attending the show aboutÌýÌýthe debatesÌýon the programme.

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Presenter Sian Williams
Interviewed Guest Murray Walker

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