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Letters, cold swims and Polecats | BV Podcast

The first of this month's podcasts has, of course, all the letters and politics. Experience the unique camaraderie of cold water swimming in one...

The crucial livestock export ban

Local funding reforms gain momentum, and Chris Loder MP reflects on his personal commitment to animal welfare The Animal Welfare (Livestock Exports) Bill is a...

These Acts make a bonfire of our rights

Train drivers are being forced to strike again this month as part of a long-running dispute over pay and conditions. Regrettably, many people’s travel...

Unseen, unsung, unjust: carers need more help

should be something to rejoice about , but while caring is love, it also needs effort – veering towards work – and it is...

Wanted – one honest politician

They say there’s no such thing as an honest politician, but that’s an over-simplification. Some politicians are genuinely driven to do their absolute best...

The balance of national well-being

Addressing the complex tapestry of security, Simon Hoare MP discusses defence, environmental threats, and energy independence as key areas While there are always many issues...

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Honeysuckle the wonder horse

Though The Glanvilles Stud is teeming with foals, March could only belong to Doug and Lucy Procter’s most famous mare Many column inches have already...

Not trying to take over the world – just make great ice cream

It started with a road trip to Middlesbrough for a second-hand machine – meet the North Dorset farming couple scooping small-batch ice cream At Lushes...