23/03/2010
As new allegations of dodgy dealings emerge, will any of this affect the way people vote? Should Britain be investing more in science?
First it was expenses, then lobbying, now overseas trips - but will the allegations of dodgy dealing stick when it comes to polling day?
MPs warn of a devastating effect on the British economy if science isn't better funded. Gabby speaks to the Science Minister, Lord Drayson, on the day he launches the British Space Agency.
And how did you learn about sex? A government survey says teenagers would have waited longer before becoming sexually active if their parents had spoken to them about it.
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Politicians' reputations once again in the gutter
Three former ministers are suspended over cash for policy allegations. 20 other MPs broke the rules on trips abroad. 5 live's John Pienaar, Ben Page from Ipsos Mori and blogger Paul Staines discuss.
Duration: 11:22
Are rates of heroin abuse dropping?
There are signs that there's been a big drop in the number of women needing treatment, particularly aged 18-24. 5 live's reporter Nick Garnett is in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, at a rehab clinic.
Duration: 04:08
The addict and the researcher
Helen lives in the Isle of Wight. She's a 38 year-old mother and used to be addicted to heroin. Her child was born an addict. Now she's clean, and joined by addiction researcher Rosanna O'Connor.
Duration: 07:46
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- Tue 23 Mar 2010 12:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 5 Live
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