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with Stephen Jardine

Scottish Government statistics reveal 1 in 3 pupils regularly miss school. What can we do about it?

And Deacon Blue drummer Dougie Vipond has become an Honorary Doctor.

PHONE IN
Scottish Government figures reveal that a third of pupils are regularly absent from school. What can we do about it?

DOUGIE VIPOND
Deacon Blue's Dougie Vipond on his honorary doctorate.

ASK THE DOCTOR TEASE
Our weekly health surgery returns with GP Punam Krishan. She’s on hand to answer your general health questions. No need for an appointment, just call 08 08 5 92 95 00 or text 80295.

WORLD DOWNS SYNDROME DAY
As part of World Downs Syndrome day, we'll hear about how we can all help break barriers.

JAMES BOND
Casting an iconic role, how do you get it right?

ASK THE DOCTOR
Our resident GP, Punam Krishan takes your questions in our β€˜ask the doctor’ surgery. No need for an appointment, just call 08 08 5 92 95 00 or text 80295.

MALE SUICIDE FILM
We speak with two Scots hoping to use a new film to break the stigma of discussing the issues of male mental health and suicidal ideation. (If you need help about this subject, there is a list of organisations that can help at /actionline.)

LEARNING TO DRIVE
Half as many 17 to 20-year-olds hold a full driving licence today compared with 35 years ago. Why are so many Gen Zers not driving?

3 hours

Last on

Thu 21 Mar 2024 09:00

Music Played

  • Prince

    When Doves Cry

    • Prince - The Very Best Of.
    • Warner Bros.
  • Del Amitri

    Always The Last To Know

    • Now 1992 (Various Artists).
    • Now.
  • Natasha Bedingfield

    Unwritten

    • (CD Single).
    • BMG.
  • The Beautiful South

    I'll Sail This Ship Alone

    • Beautiful South - Carry On Up The Cha.
    • Go! Discs.
  • Earth, Wind & Fire

    Boogie Wonderland (feat. The Emotions)

    • The Best Seventies Album In The World.. Ever!.
    • Virgin.
    • 2.
  • Ocean Colour Scene

    The Day We Caught The Train

    • Fresh Hits 96 (Various Artists).
    • Sony Music TV.
  • Paloma Faith

    Sweatpants

    • The Glorification of Sadness.
    • RCA Records Label.
    • 1.
  • Fiction Factory

    (Feels Like) Heaven

    • Forever Friends Always & Forever.
    • Sony Music CG.
    • 16.

Broadcast

  • Thu 21 Mar 2024 09:00

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