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14/02/2010

Kate Silverton with guests and comment on the week's big stories.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Last on

Sun 14 Feb 2010 09:30

Chapters

  • Update on progress in Operation Mushtarak

    Security correspondent Frank Gardner provides more information on progress by NATO forces in Helmand province. He explains that the emphasis must be on winning over the trust of the local population.

    Duration: 12:20

  • Ainsworth: "The difficult period starts now"

    Defence Secretary Bob Ainsworth insists that NATO forces are in Afghanistan to help the Afghan government achieve stability - but winning over the local population could take months.

    Duration: 16:50

  • Tony Benn on his early life and political career

    The former Labour MP speaks frankly about his life and career, including reference to voter apathy, the Iraq war, nuclear proliferation and being hounded by the press.

    Duration: 10:00

  • Tony Benn: "Pessimism is the enemy of progress"

    With reference to his book "Letters to my Grandchildren" the former MP outlines his wish to encourage the younger generation - explaining that nothing changes if people don't make an effort.

    Duration: 13:25

Broadcast

  • Sun 14 Feb 2010 09:30