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As more and more people are commuting after the work from home guidance was lifted, Adam Shaw looks at the true cost of train travel on his Tonight film, airing Thursday 17th February at 7:30pm on ITV.

We are delighted to announce that Kate Williams has partnered with Cunard Cruises to announce the name of the new ship joining their world-renowned fleet. Queen Anne will be Cunard’s 249th ship and will make up a quartet of active liners alongside Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth. The Cunard team explored multiple naming options and inspired by Queen Anne’s reign, and sought a partnership with historian, author and television presenter, Kate Williams, to assist in the detailed research. Kate says, ‘It is so exciting that the fourth ship of the fleet will be named after Queen Anne. She has a fascinating tale to tell –one of queenship, unity of developing constitutional monarchy, a golden age of the arts. She was an inspiring woman, wildly popular with her people. She should be celebrated. This new ship in the Cunard fleet is the perfect way to do it!’

Adam Shaw hosts Moneybox on BBC Radio 4, Wednesday 9th and 16th February where he’ll be discussing the latest news on from the world of personal finance plus advice for those trying to make the most of their money.

Jenni Murray will be presenting her Tonight programme Dying with Dignity?” on Thursday 10th of February at 7:30pm on ITV. A topic which is close to her heart and the subject of many of her regular Daily Mail columns

BBC Radio 2’s resident movie critic James King has been asking you for your favourite Valentines Rom-Com. You’ll be able to hear the result of the vote in a special countdown programme, hosted by James, which will be available on BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 2 ahead of Valentine’s Day on Sunday 13th February.

Design historian Professor Deborah Sugg Ryan has partnered with home improvement retailer Wickes to highlight the changes in kitchen design brought about by both the Pandemic and changes to family life. She took part in a radio day to discuss the topic across the UK’s local radio stations.

Rip Off Britain: Live returns next week as Angela Rippon and Julia Somerville tackle the nation’s burning issues. Tune in live from weekdays at 9:15am on BBC One from Monday 31st January.

Rip Off Britain: Holidays starts again weekdays at 9:15am on BBC One from next Monday. Angela Rippon and Julia Somerville will hear about disastrous holidays and offer advice on how to potentially avoid similar pitfalls in the future.

Angela Rippon returns as the voice of The Wall in which contestants answer questions that combine knowledge, strategy and luck for the chance to win life-changing prizes. New episodes air Saturdays at 7pm on BBC One.

Tim Harford presents a new series of More or Less on BBC Radio 4, the programme that explains the numbers and statistics used in everyday life, Wednesdays at 9am.