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Episode 5: Reverberations

An examination of the fallout from Britain's atomic testing programme, which began in 1952.

In this final episode of the series, Steve Purse delves into what effect the nuclear testing programme has had on himself and his own family and asks what the future is looking like for those who are still seeking recognition from the British government.

With contributions from geneticist Dr Al Rowland, Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, journalist Susie Boniface and Steve's mum, Jackie Purse.

Including music by Barney Morse-Brown
Produced by Hannah Dean
A Falling Tree production for 大象传媒 Radio 4
(Photograph courtesy of Steve Purse)

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28 minutes

Last on

Thu 4 May 2023 20:30

Broadcasts

  • Fri 11 Nov 2022 11:02
  • Thu 4 May 2023 20:30