Running Up That Chart
Newscast
06/17/22
•35m
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Zoe Ball reacts to Kate Bush’s return to number one and the possibility that the UK might host next year’s Eurovision. We reopen the "Newscast Travel Desk" after Gatwick airport announces it will cut some summer flights, with the help of BBC transport correspondent, Katy Austin. And playwright, James Graham, explains the political backdrop to his new crime drama "Sherwood". Today’s Newscast was made by Daniel Wittenberg, with Miranda Slade and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The assistant editor was Sam Bonham. Email Newscast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to +44 0330 123 9480.
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