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Myf Nixon, from political charity mySociety, explains the latest government app

Georgie Frost
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Share Radio Morning

Myf Nixon, from political charity mySociety, explains the latest government app
Would you like to see what your MP has voted for during a debate in the House of Commons. Well, a new app might just let you keep an eye on what's happening in Westminster. Commons Vote isn't the only pieve of technology lifting the lid on what's happening in Westminster though. To find out more, our reporter Tom Hill spoke to Myf Nixon, from political charity mySociety.
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Myf Nixon


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Georgie Frost

Kit Franklin, an engineer at Harper Adams University, on robotic farming

Georgie Frost
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Share Radio Morning

Kit Franklin, an engineer at Harper Adams University, on robotic farming
The days of a robotic workforce could be closer than you think. Could automated tractors and other machinery be about take over day to day farm work? It's hoped the driverless vehicles could help farmers avoid labour shortages after Brexit. For more information, Kit Franklin, one of the researchers and an engineer at Harper Adams University, spoke to Georgie.
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Kit Franklin


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Is a loss of power a major concern to you? Listen here to find out how to combat your fear

Georgie Frost
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Share Radio Morning

Is a loss of power a major concern to you? Listen here to find out how to combat your fear
A quarter of Brits admit to worry about having power cuts and being left without electricity for hours or even days. And many fears have been realised in recent years with the high number of storms and flooding this country has been battered by. The Energy Network Association have come up with an idea to help - the 105 number. To find out more, our reporter Dan Goldsmith spoke to Tony Glover, director of policy at the Energy Network Association.
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Tony Glover


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Solicitor Lesley Morgan, founder and director law firm AAG Legal Services, talks about Will Aid Month

Georgie Frost
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Share Radio Morning

Solicitor Lesley Morgan, founder and director law firm AAG Legal Services, talks about Will Aid Month
Have you written a will? If not and you have dependent children, then you are part of the half of British parents who have not made a will. A study, found that half of mums and dads have not prepared this vital piece of paperwork. That's why this month is Will Aid a special partnership between the legal profession and nine of the UK's best-loved charities. For more information, Georgie spoke to Solicitor Lesley Morgan, founder and director law firm AAG Legal Services.
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Lesley Morgan


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Russell Quirk, CEO of eMoov estate agents, on the News Review 08/11/16

Georgie Frost
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Share Radio Morning

Russell Quirk, CEO of eMoov estate agents, on the News Review 08/11/16
Georgie Frost is joined in the studio by Russell Quirk, CEO of eMoov estate agents. Today they discuss the big story of the day from the high street, that Marks and Spencer close about 60 clothing and home stores over the next five years as part of plans to turn around the business. Elsewhere, it's bad news for the government as The UK's public finances are expected to worsen by 25 billion pounds by the end of the decade. But it's good news for Tesco Bank customers after a bad weekend, as they will get there money back by the end of the day. All these stories and more on The News Review.
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Russell Quirk


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This is Money: Scrambled Brexit with a side of Carney

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This is Money

This is Money: Scrambled Brexit with a side of Carney
Welcome to the This is Money and Share Radio podcast, presented in partnership with NS&I. This week all eyes have been on the unreliable boyfriend of banking Mark Carney. Just days after committing to another year in the job the Governor of the Bank of England was thrust into the limelight again for Super Thursday. Meanwhile the High Court ruled parliament must be given a vote on triggering Article 50 casting further speculation on Brexit, and indeed Carney’s role in overseeing it. At any rate the Bank of England’s forecasts did not make for easy listening. Despite some hints of future growth interest rates are set to remain at rock bottom whilst inflation is set to soar leaving many to question just where they can safely invest their money. Editor Simon Lambert and Deputy Editor Adrian Lowrey join Georgie Frost this week to work out what’s on offer also weighing up alternatives such as overpaying the mortgage and investing in premium bonds, which celebrate their 60th birthday this week. Also on this week’s show they look at calls for a Government crackdown on cold calling and the prospect of a post-work economy thanks to the rise of robots and automation. This is Money is presented by Georgie Frost in partnership with NS&I.
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Simon Lambert, Adrian Lowery


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Independent personal finance expert, Simon Read, on the News Review 04/11/16

Georgie Frost
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Consumer News Review

Independent personal finance expert, Simon Read, on the News Review 04/11/16
Georgie Frost is joined in the studio by Independent personal finance expert, Simon Read. Today they discuss the big story of the day, a UK High Court ruled that the government does not have the power to trigger the Article 50 process without a parliamentary vote. Eslewhere, it's good news for the economy as interest rates have been kept on hold because the economy's doing better than expected. But, nearly a quarter of under-40s don't save into a pension due to debts. All these stories and more on The News Review.
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Simon Read


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Fire fighter Pat Goulbourne explains the danger on bonfire night

Georgie Frost
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Home Consumer Issues

Fire fighter Pat Goulbourne explains the danger on bonfire night
Bonfire Night has crept swiftly upon and the fun has already begun. However, amongst all the colour and noise that comes with the 5th November weekend, there are major safety concerns. Around 1,000 people visit A&E every year with firework related injuries which are usually avoidable. This year already, there have been two incidents, in London. Georgie spoke to fire fighter Pat Goulbourne about how to stay safe.
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Pat Goulbourne


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Share Radio's Nick Peters talks about the Smart Factory Expo in Birmingham

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Work Consumer Issues

Share Radio's Nick Peters talks about the Smart Factory Expo in Birmingham
The face of manufacturing is on the move and it is a revolution that is happening at a rapid pace. Birmingham is the place to be this week if you are in manufacturing - the Smart Factory Expo brings together all those involved in manufacturing to discuss how they can future proof their operations to ensure they don't stay stuck in the past.
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Nick Peters


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Sara Benwell, consumer editor of Good Housekeeping, completes a taste test in our studio

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Sara Benwell, consumer editor of Good Housekeeping, completes a taste test in our studio
What are the best foods to eat over Christmas? What is the best way to find out what you would like to eat? And what are the best prices of some of those delicious treats you like feast upon. Sara Benwell takes us through the Christmas taste test and even tastes mince pies in the studio from different suppliers, along with Georgie.
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Sara Benwell


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