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14/04/2010

The Liberal Democrats launch their general election manifesto. 400 people are dead and thousands injured in an earthquake in western China. Peter Allen and Aasmah Mir present.

Peter Allen and Aasmah Mir present.

The Liberal Democrats launch their general election manifesto. Pledges include fair taxes, a greener economy and honesty about cuts.

At least 400 people are dead and thousands injured in an earthquake in western China. A 19-year-old army Private from Worcestershire has become the youngest person for 60 years to be awarded the Military Cross. Primark has stopped selling padded bikini tops for young girls, after criticism that they sexualise children.

In sport, the FA is to hold a emergency meeting to discuss the state of the Wembley pitch, Arsenal receive an assurance that Cesc Fabregas won't leave for Barcelona in the summer, and Andy Murray crashes out of the Masters tennis in Monte Carlo after winning just three games.

3 hours

Last on

Wed 14 Apr 2010 16:00

Chapters

  • What is the Lib Dem approach to tax?

    Ed Davey, the Liberal Democrat Foreign Affairs spokesman, outlines his party's approach to tax. He says they will introduce a fairer tax system, redistribute wealth and tackle tax avoidance.

    Duration: 07:07

Broadcast

  • Wed 14 Apr 2010 16:00