Friday 25 March 2011

Radio Bulletin



Uprising is the theme that grips the Middle East today. In the oil-rich Persian Gulf, Bahrain is the only country to face a large local revolt. I ask Simon Wilson , former deputy British ambassador in Bahrain, whether he thinks the spirit of revolution will spread across to other Gulf-Cooperation Council states.

In words: I think it's unlikely...

Out words: ...any time soon.

'Spare Change for Real Change' is a charity that funds homeless shelters such as the Trinity Centre in Winchester. Sue McKenna, Development Manager at the shelter, tells us the benefits of giving to the charity.

In words: But the idea is...

Out words: ...difference to homeless people.

Winchester Cathedral sees its first extension in 500 years with the opening of the Fleury building this Saturday the 5th of March.

Named after the Fleury Abbey in France, where Saint Benedict is said to be buried, one of the important additions brought to the cathedral includes extra storage space.

This new space will be used to free up the north transept, one of the original and unspoilt Norman areas dating back to the construction of the cathedral in 1079.

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