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Shale gas, turbulence and 'Simple Payments'

The economics of shale gas, and why climate change could be the cause of bumpier flights. Consumer news with Julian Worricker.

Why the new system which allows people without bank accounts to receive their pensions and benefits is causing problems. 'Simple Payments' has led to delays in some pensioners getting their money.

There has been much debate about the safety of fracking, and drilling for shale gas, but what about the economic impact? We investigate whether shale gas production in the UK will affect our energy bills.

We examine why some American clothing labels hike up prices for shoppers in Britain.

Plus is climate change leading to bumpier flights?

Presenter: Julian Worricker
Producer: Simon Browning.

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56 minutes

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Mon 12 Aug 2013 12:00
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM

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  • BT Sport

    A week after the launch of BT Sport, Ofcom admits concern over rising complaints.

    Duration: 06:28

  • Simple Payments

    Problems with the Simple Payments system mean some pensioners struggle to get their money.

    Duration: 12:05

  • Turbulence

    Climate change is leading to warmer air and predictions of more turbulence when we fly.

    Duration: 04:46

  • Fair Flight Prices

    Should the major airlines follow Samoa Air’s lead and charge passengers by weight?

    Duration: 04:39

  • Shale Gas

    What could it mean for the price of gas and how will that affect our household bills?

    Duration: 10:17

  • Face The Facts: 111 Call Service

    John Waite previews Wednesday's Face The Facts, on the 111 call service.

    Duration: 05:37

  • Hotel Bookings

    Plans for online travel agents to offer big discounts; smaller firms say this isn't fair.

    Duration: 04:40

  • Potatoes

    What is the difference between a new potato and a merely small potato? We find out.

    Duration: 02:51

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  • Mon 12 Aug 2013 12:00
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM

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