22/08/2011
Consumer news with Julian Worricker. Discussing the end of the traditional light bulb; how the internet is destroying the culture business; and renting your neighbour's lawnmower.
Consumer news with Julian Worricker. Today - the end of the traditional light bulb. How the internet is destroying the culture business and how the culture business can fight back. And neither a borrower nor lender be? We'll be looking at a new website that allows people to rent items from each other . So instead of borrowing your neighbour's lawnmower, you could pay a small sum fee and make it official.
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Peak Rail Fares
Some rail companies are extending what they call 'peak time' travel. Groups that represent passengers are unhappy.
Duration: 06:34
School Leavers
A survey by high street bank Santander says that companies are just as likely to take on an A level student with good grades and work experience as a graduate.
Duration: 06:38
Lightbulbs
At the end of the month EU laws will mean the end of the traditional incandescent 60 watt bulb.
Duration: 09:59
Debt Collection
Tony Reeves worked as a debt collector while studying to qualify as a lawyer. Now he's helping people to stand up to debt collectors who use aggressive tactics.
Duration: 06:31
Broadcast
- Mon 22 Aug 2011 12:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM