Coronavirus: Your questions answered
Consultant virologist Dr Chris Smith and clinical lecturer Dr Nathalie McDermott answer concerns and questions from listeners about coronavirus, in a special Your Call hosted by Nicky Campbell. Plus, travel expert Simon Calder discusses potential disruption to holidays.
10 Feb 202043min
Brexit: The EU referendum result as it happened
News of the EU referendum result gripped the nation and split opinion - but how did the first moments after the announcement actually sound?At 4.40am on 24th June 2016, with some results yet to call, the BBC announced that the Leave campaign was projected to win the most votes. Shortly afterwards at 5am, 5 Live's Nicky Campbell and Rachel Burden heard reaction from reporters, politicians and voters across the UK.As Britain enters the transition period before leaving the EU, listen back to 5 Live Breakfast's first hour of coverage following the referendum result.
31 Jan 20201h
Should we all be flying less?
A rescue deal for the airline Flybe has been agreed with the government, by deferring air passenger duty payments.But should we be saving airlines when we need to tackle climate change?5 Live’s Nicky Campbell puts the question to callers.
15 Jan 202041min
PM Boris Johnson: The BBC Breakfast Interview
At 10 Downing Street, BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker asks the prime minister about Iran, Brexit and Harry and Meghan.
14 Jan 202024min
Do you back Harry and Meghan?
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced they will step back as "senior" royals and work to become financially independent.BBC Radio 5 Live callers share their views on whether they back Harry and Meghan’s decision.
9 Jan 202043min
PMQs: Boris Johnson faces MPs on Iran
In the first Prime Minister's Questions of the new parliament, year and decade, Prime Minister Boris Johnson clashes with Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn over Iran. Listen back to the first 30 minutes of debate, plus hear analysis and reaction from 5 Live’s Emma Barnett, associate editor of the Daily Mirror Kevin Maguire and Sunday Times deputy political editor Caroline Wheeler. First broadcast 8th January at 12:00 GMT on The Emma Barnett Show, BBC Radio 5 Live.
8 Jan 202055min
Reynhard Sinaga reaction: Your calls on male rape
Following the story of Reynard Sinaga - "the most prolific rapist in British legal history" - 5 Live hears from survivors of male rape and the man who led the prosecution.Sinaga was found guilty of 159 sex offences, including 136 rapes, and sentenced to life in prison. The 36-year-old targeted men leaving nightclubs and bars before leading them to his flat in Manchester city centre, where he drugged and assaulted them - filming the attacks.5 Live's Nicky Campbell speaks to deputy chief crown prosecutor Ian Rushton, who led the team in the Reynhard Sinaga case, and male rape survivors such as James, who was also targeted by a man on a night out.Please note: This phone-in does not discuss explicit sexual details but instead the impact of sexual assault. If you have been affected by the discussion, and would like information about where to find help and support, please visit the BBC Action Line website.
8 Jan 202042min
