'Made in England', Buckfast, GPS for dementia and safety on electrical applicances
Why the words 'Made in England' may not mean what you expect. Consumer news with Winifred Robinson.
Radio 4's consumer affairs programme with Winifred Robinson. Today, why the words 'Made in England' may not mean what you expect. Ceramic manufacturers want overseas companies to stop stamping their pottery with the words, claiming they are fooling consumers into thinking they are buying English. Why an alcoholic drinks company is taking the police to court over their attempts to reduce criminal behaviour.And should we use GPS tracking devices to keep people with dementia safe?
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Buckfast
Is a tonic wine brewed by monks being unfairly targeted by police?
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- Wed 6 Mar 2013 12:0091Èȱ¬ Radio 4 FM
- Wed 6 Mar 2013 12:0491Èȱ¬ Radio 4 LW