BBC Three Counties Radio: Recent Episodes

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Caller Jenny asks Iain for the latest weather report. She doesn't quite get what she requested. In full here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02jmb06

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Kayla is a 16-year-old student from Milton Keynes and feels passionately about 16 and 17-year-olds being allowed to vote. She told @jvsshow that she can have sex with and marry her MP but she cannot vote for them.

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Iain and team played a trick on Matt in Luton.

To hear how it ends download Iain's podcast on Friday 11am: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

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Luton lad wins Grammy! Wez Clarke, born and raised in Luton, won a Grammy last night. His mum Carol called Iain Lee to tell us how proud she is. @BBC3CR

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Luton North MP, Kelvin Hopkins, is in the JVS Show Hot Seat answering questions, including on religion and homeopathy.

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Sarah Purdy from Leighton Buzzard speaks to Jonathan Vernon-Smith on BBC Three Counties Radio about her 9-year-old son being isolated in school due to his short and spiky haircut. She was told he either had to get it cut or be excluded from Brooklands Middle School.

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At the Iain Lee show we've been asking our listeners to send in their own reports and that's exactly what Katia did. She played Justin Dealey at his own game and took it to the international streets...

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@geoffdoyle1 shows off his keeping skills whilst commentating at @MKDons

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A shocking story...Andrea in Aylesbury had an obese friend whose coffin could barely fit in the church...she choked on a sandwich and died. Unbelievable.

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JVS spent the night on shift with PC Sam Sparkes from the Bedfordshire Traffic Cops.

Hear his full report from 10am on 19th December.

police #trafficcops #crime

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Seema from Hertfordshire says more could be done to encourage Asian people to talk about mental health problems. She suffered with depression and anxiety after she suffered sexual abuse as a child.

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Tony in Milton Keynes called in to test the delay on his five radio sets. More like this here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

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Dawood Massood from Luton's Sunni Council of Mosques questions Ejel Khan about how he can be gay and Muslim.

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The new James Bond film is upon us, do you care? According to this some people think he's a footballer. @JustinDealey @BBC3CR

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Journalist and activist Sunny Hundal has filmed a pregnant woman blasting anti-abortion protesters for intimidating women outside a clinic.

He speaks to JVS about this on Friday 5th December at 10am.

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People are buying masks of Jimmy Savile, Rolf Harris and Stuart Hall to wear at Christmas parties. Listener Tony doesn't think it's a problem, telling @IainLee that "nobody was physically hurt" by them.

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Justin reports from a local Tesco about what Black Friday is REALLY like. @BBC3CR

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@IainLee will be discussing this call on @BBC3CR this morning. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7m8

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A family living on a traveller site in Central Bedfordshire say they are being threatened with violence after refusing to work 12 hour days for only 20 pounds. The owner of the site calls Iain Lee...

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A family living on a traveller site in Central Bedfordshire say they are being threatened with violence after refusing to work 12 hour days for only 20 pounds. Luke told Iain Lee he's too scared to leave his trailer. Here's what happened when Iain & producer Katherine went to meet him...

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As stats reveal one in ten British men have paid for sex James from Hemel called JVS to say he's paid for sex many times but ended up becoming a prostitute himself.

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Word baggage: We were using the word 'Traveller' in our headlines. Iain is debating whether that's right. Anne, an English Gypsy calls in...

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"One of them turned the knife like he was going to carve on my door." Gillian in Luton tells @jvsshow she won't open her door to trick or treaters as last year teenagers came wearing gas masks carrying real kitchen knives...

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Helen in Milton Keynes has less than a year left to live, she's planning her funeral and has been told she can't be buried with her family. She opens up to Justin Dealey

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Caller Gene told @drivewithrob about his time in prison and why we should relax our attitude towards drugs. "Joanne", a former prison worker, called up in response...

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11 year old Polish girl Sophia from Hatfield tells @jvsshow how she learned to speak English...inspiring call.

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The @LutonTown striker @Markcullen21 scores a perfect hat-trick #Hatters (Commentary @GeoffDoyle1)

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Terry phoned in to @BBC3CR to tell @drivewithrob the police thought he was the notorious police killer, Harry Roberts.

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JVS will be speaking to Caroline Taylor from Radlett who has defended her clothing range aimed at larger children.

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The J Dog offers you some Friday Vibes. He takes R Kelly to the streets

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The Hackney Heroine Pauline Pearce tells @jvsshow she no longer thinks the Liberal Democrats are Neanderthal or racist as she plans to stand as their MP in #Hitchin & #Harpenden.

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Martin Holtby tells @jvsshow about the moment he found the #Goldilocks burglar sleeping in his bed...

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She's 82 years old and has dementia. She was last seen yesterday in Biggleswade. Her daughter Joanne called in to tell Iain Lee. Listen here for the full description.

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Students Chris Dobson & Debs Torr from the University of East Anglia are urging people to wee in the shower to save water. They spoke to JVS about it and he got some interesting phone calls after their chat... #uea #gowiththeflow #tgif

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Listener Mary tells Jonathan Vernon-Smith about her strange encounter with food in Morocco...

bbc #foodie #yum

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@JustinDealey gets the ladies perspective. #streets

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Do you know what you'd want at your own funeral? One listeners response tickles Jonathan Vernon-Smith...

hilarious #tbt #corpsing #bbc

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"Is this really the sort of country you want to be living in?" Jo Sidhu QC tells @jvsshow if very conservative religious people feel Britain is too liberal and secular for them they should consider whether or not they want to live here.

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A prostitute in the High Town area of Luton talks about consequences of police action following complaints from local residents of anti-social behaviour.

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He denies doing anything wrong but says he's learnt to say the right things to the authorities.

Listen in full: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7m8 @BBC3CR @IainLee

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JVS speak to Jules Pomerance from Hertfordshire. Jules says she's happy to be naked at home, even if it is in front of her 13 year old Son.

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"I had to prove to them medically I couldn't do it!" David tells @jvsshow he was concerned his kids would call him a coward for saying no to the ice bucket challenge so he went to his GP for a second opinion...

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"Not to show them would be quite wrong." Kelvin Mackenzie tells @jvsshow everyone should see the image of an "evil thug brandishing a knife."

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Gill's brother David, an ex-soldier from Stevenage, died as he couldn't afford electricity to keep his insulin cool after his Jobseeker's Allowance was suspended.

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LISTEN: "Four guys burst into my house and started beating me." Paul Kohler describes being savagely attack by burglars to @jvsshow http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-28835336

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In 2010 teacher David Weston gave an assembly at Watford Grammar School to tell his pupils he was gay.

Four years on a letter of thanks from one student has gone viral online.

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Simon from Milton Keynes had a good job in London and a roof over his head but when his sister died of cancer he went off the rails started drinking and lost everything.

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"A cat pulled your Mum's elbow joint out?!" Nicky tells @jvsshow cats are more dangerous than Eddie the Akita who savaged another dog owner after winning an award at Crufts...

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"It's happening in all the holiday villages I go to them all." Scott from Stevenage tells @jvsshow he has seen a family evicted from an Egyptian hotel for deliberately defecating in the swimming pool. #logging

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LISTEN: "She was a great man for publicity" @thesunnewspaper boxing columnist tells @jvsshow he would take "Kellie" #frankmaloney to the Boxing Writers Club Annual Dinner.

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Jonathan Vernon-Smith has a pigeon problem, but would his listeners hate him if he shot and perhaps ate them?

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The Blue Lagoon in Bletchley, Milton Keynes, is an old quarry pit, now filled in.

Over the years, there have been a number of deaths from drowning, including one a little over a week ago. On Wednesday a woman was airlifted to hospital and remains in a serious condition after getting into trouble in the water.

BBC Three Counties' reporter Sophie Sulehria has been to the quarry and has spoken to some families, including this group of children and parents.

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Olympic, and now Commonwealth champion long jumper, @GregJRutherford speaks to @iainlee about his success.

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Iain Lee's breakfast show has a new catchphrase. Reporter Justin Dealey took it to the streets. @IainLee @JustinDealey @BBC3CR

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Karen tells @jvsshow she's borrowed night vision goggles to stalk lazy dog owners at night who allow their dogs to foul the local park!

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"It makes my eyes bleed... we're breathing in human poo particles basically" - Sharon tells @Iainlee about the bad smell in #Tring. @BBC3CR http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7m8

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Traffic Warden tries to book Justin Dealey in the high street. @BBC3CR

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-Firefighters should be called waiterers. -Teachers don't live in the real world. Steve in Luton tells @IainLee why he's against the strikes. Hear it in full in this week's podcast coming 11th July: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

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Lorraine from Burnham tells Jonathan Vernon-Smith about her first day working in airport security.

bbc #threecounties #jvsshow #bbcthreecounties

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Hear the moment 93 year old George called Jonathan Vernon-Smith to commend 23 year old Bethany Townsend on her colostomy bag bikini photos…

jvsshow #bbcthreecounties #bbc #threecounties

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Richard calls Jonathan Vernon-Smith to say he understands why Luis Suarez bites as he also bites people when he’s under attack.

To find out more about The JVS Show, click here - http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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Alison in Dunstable has told JVS her son Jamie was put in prison when he was 24 years old despite denying being involved in a violence offence.

She says some criminal records should be wiped clean as the mistake her son made has ruined his chances in life.

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David lost the roof over his head when his relationship broke down.

He has a chronic back problem and needs benefits payments to live.

He sleeps night after night in the passenger seat of his car.

He cannot see a way out of this predicament…

Hear his full story with JVS Thursday 19th June from 9.

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@Iainlee crossed to Kate for the weather. Kate wasn't there. But Ken was. It was windy. @BBC3CR

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Jonathan speaks to the mother of a 9 year-old girl brutally attacked by a dog.

Poppy has had reconstructive facial surgery after being attacked by a Staffordshire Bull Terrier while playing with her friend in Houghton Regis on Sunday.

dog #dogattack #child #jvs #bbc

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@IainLee talks to caller Geoff about driving. Hear that in full in this week's podcast. http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

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Three students in Aylesbury blacked up and dressed as the cast of Cool Runnings. An angry Darcus Howe talks Iain Lee @Iainlee @BBC3CR Hear it in full in the podcast: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

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Sarah from Hertfordshire goes to Praia da Luz every year and she thinks it's time for Kate and Gerry McCann to stop hunting for Madeleine to give the resort and it's people a break...

She's spoken to JVS.

Hear the full interview on The JVS Show on Thursday 15th May.

findmadeleine #praiadaluz #maddy

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David Lowe speaks to JVS about losing his job as a BBC local radio DJ after playing a song on his golden oldies show containing a racist word. #BBC #Devon #radio

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Sarah Hill speaks to BBC Three Counties Radio's Luke Ashmead and Geoff Doyle following completion of the MK marathon at 3 hours.

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BBC Three Counties Radio sports team speak to #mkmarathon winner Rick Lloyd as he completes his run in 2 hours 43 minutes

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Ahead of the start of the #mkmarathon, Roberto Perrone speaks to #BGT singer Bailey McConnell about how his appearance on Britain's Got Talent has effected him.

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BBC Three Counties Radio's Roberto Perrone sees in the start of the marathon

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Hertfordshire teacher Marilyn Hawes was groomed by a predatory sex offender who gained her trust so he could groom her young children.

Now she campaigns to make parents more aware of the dangers posed to men like him.

She told JVS about the moment she discovered her closest friend had been abusing her children…

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This is how Yasmeen Khan (Sun 6-8pm BBC 3CR) deals with cold callers.

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Gemma and her friend Emily live either side of a council tenant in Milton Keynes who is making their lives a living Hell.

The woman whose garden borders theirs throws litter, dirty nappies and human waste over her fence onto their lawns.

Milton Keynes Council claim they are trying to help but for months the behaviour has continued.

JVS has been to the neighbourhood to see what he can do… Hear the full story and give Gemma and Emily some advice on the JVS Show Wednesday from 10.

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After five seasons in the conference, Luton Town finally secured a place in League Two when Cambridge lost at Kidderminster last night. @LTFC_Official @JustinDealey Listen to the full interview here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01w6jkb

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Emma calls JVS during his discussion about whether alcoholics should be given a new liver if they have damaged their own. #livertransplant #NHS #organdonation

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To hear this is in full download @IainLee's @BBC3CR podcast here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

TeamNigel

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Steve, the 35 year old P.E teacher calls Iain Lee.

Listen in full in Iain's podcast: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

@BBC3CR @IainLee

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Hear more from Iain Lee here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

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@IainLee @BBC3CR Hear the full show here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01qq90h Download Iain's podcast here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

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Members of the Labour Party in Luton are being accused of rigging the way that councillors are chosen.

It's being claimed that people are being signed up as Labour Party members who shouldn't, including children, people who don't live in the town, and some even being signed up to the party without their knowledge.

The accusations have come to light after long serving councillor Robin Harris was voted out of his council seat after twenty years in the job.

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Here the show in full here: http://bbc.in/1byGHV1 @BBC3CR @IainLee

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This is just a snippet of the interview. Hear it in full here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01np5qj @BBC3CR @IainLee

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Hear the show in full here: http://bbc.in/1drHHN2 @IainLee @BBC3CR

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Hear the full show here: http://bbc.in/1e2I2UY @BBC3CR @IainLee

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Last month we reported that Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Thames Valley all make the UK top ten when it comes to the number of drivers caught drunk behind the wheel. When JVS discussed this, many people called to say it was about time we took a zero tolerance approach. JVS disagrees as he likes a pinot with his pub lunch. Well, 65 year old Kerry from Stondon called to say he would be a better driver at his age than JVS after a pinot. JVS took the challenge and with the help of the Bedfordshire fire service, Bedfordshire police and the Luton Borough Council Casualty Reduction Partnership he took part in a controlled drink driving experiment. Here’s a little clip of what happened…

Hear the full report on the JVS Show, Wednesday 18th December from 9am. #alcohol #drunk #funny #driving #car #danger #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire #christmas #xmas #bbc

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Hear the show in full here: http://bbc.in/1iVcKnA @IainLee @BBC3CR

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Only English people should play football for England... that's what Hertfordshire footballer Jack Wilshere has said.

But if that's the case, what would have come of John Barnes? And his rap bit from 'Singing for England'!

To celebrate that great moment in history, Iain Lee got his team to rap it out...

Listen to Iain Lee, Monday - Friday from 6 till 9

Listen again or listen live here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7m8

johnbarnes #singingforengland #funny #iainlee #bbc3cr

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This morning Iain Lee talked about sexual harassment in the work place. Paul in Elstree used to work in a law firm in the 70's where sexual harassment wasn't considered to be a problem. @IainLee @BBC3CR

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MK Dons manager Karl Robinson talking about Dele Ali.

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Karl talking about Dele Ali

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Double gold medalist Zi Neil, was left paralysed after a shooting in Algeria when she was just 9 months old and was treated at Stoke Mandeville Hospital.

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Have a listen to the church bells. They chime every quarter of an hour through the night in Ashwell, Hertfordshire. Now residents want them to stop. Listen to the show in full here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01dgmnc

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Local people react to news that 80's pop sensation Bros might get back together...Justin Dealey reports...

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Listen to #shrinkwrapped with Toby Friedner and Dr Chetna Kang Sundays from 1200 on @BBC3CR.

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@BBC3CR @IainLee

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Hear the show in full here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01c5dpy

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Should it be more difficult for learner drivers to get their licence? The RAC has called for a radical shake-up of driver training in the UK. This is the plan... Everyone should have to spend a year driving at night and in the winter before they even take their test. No-one can carry passengers until they've had their full licence for two years. Also if you pick up 6 points within your first three years behind the wheel then you'll have to sit your test again. Kevin tells Jonathan there are more dangerous drivers out there! The ones driving with large Alsatian dogs on their laps!

Listen to more from JVS - http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01bwvtv

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David from Hemel Hempstead joins JVS in the studio. His elderly Mother was attacked and left for dead in her home by an intruder. The attacker was arrested and put in prison for 7 years.

To hear the full interview and more from JVS click here - http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

prison #justice #bbc #murder #attack

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During the phone in JVS asks "Is 500 pounds a week enough for people on benefits to live on?"

A cap on the total amount of benefits that people aged 16 to 24 can receive is being rolled out across the UK. Couples and single parents will now not receive more than 500 pounds per week whilst single people will receive a maximum of 350 pounds.

Furious... Melvin calls to have his say and completely loses it!

To hear more from JVS - http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 #benefits #rage #angry #fury #rant #poverty

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Cafe owner Martha-Renee Kolleh placed this sign on the door of her West Yorkshire Cafe because she was fed up with people walking out when they saw the colour of her skin.

JVS wants your views - Do you think Martha's sign is a good way to fight racism? Join the conversation, Thursday from 10am. 08459 455 555

Listen to Martha telling BBC Radio Leeds why she put the sign up.

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The singer Morrissey has donated £10,000 to Peta's campaign against foie gras. JVS is taking your views on foie gras being served in the Three Counties.

On their website Peta say "Morrissey has put his money where his mouth is to combat the cruelty of foie gras – by donating £10,000 to PETA for a hard-hitting ad campaign that slams Fortnum & Mason for selling the vile product."

peta #foiegras #morrissey #katewinslet #bbc

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On Monday JVS will play you the hilarious interview he did with former apprentice contestant Katie Hopkins.

She has caused a minor stir saying that she can tell you how a child will behave simply by their name.

This is just a little sneak preview of their conversation…

Are you offended by her comments or do you think this is perfectly acceptable? Are you called Troy, Chad, Michelle, Cindy Jayden or Hayden? Call the JVS Show 01582 637 450

Hear more from JVS http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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Audrey called the JVS Show to see if anyone has information on her lost phone.

She misplaced her silver Nokia 6300 on the 30th June outside the Gordon Craig Theatre in Stevenage after picking up her children from a Jimmy Carr performance.

This phone is of huge sentimental value as it belonged to her husband who recently died.

If you have any information please call the JVS Show team on 01582 637 450

Listen to more from JVS http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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After a woman was told to get off her mobile by the cashier in Sainsbury's for talking on her mobile whilst being served, Iain Lee challenged his reporter Sophie Sulehria to do the same.

What would the shop keepers in Luton think? Have a listen...

Listen to Iain Lee, Monday - Friday from 6 till 9

Listen again or listen live here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7m8

embarrassing #funny #iainlee #bbc3cr #sophiesulehria

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Is it a good idea to deny benefits to people who can’t speak English?

In his spending review the Chancellor George Osborne says speak English to the standard of a 9 year old at Primary School or you can't get out of work benefits.

Listen to the full interview and more from JVS - http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 @jvsshow @bbc3cr

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MP for South West Bedfordshire Andrew Selous tells Iain Lee that he will 'take more' care before he tweets in the future.

Following the Chancellor's announcement yesterday, he tweeted "Strongly support the loss of benefits unless claimants lean English." He deleted the tweet soon after.

You can listen to the programme here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p019spbj

Or you can get the weekly podcast here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/series/iainlee

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Evita calls in to Justin Dealey on Schools Out to share her story.

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A second peace rally has been held in Luton following a spate of violent crime. Delaney Brown Senior told the crowd about the moment his grandson was murdered http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p019lsgv

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Marco talks to JVS about how he met his wife in Brazil when she was just 14 years old.

JVS received Marco's call during a phone in about teacher Jeremy Forrest. The 30 year old started having a sexual relationship with one of his pupils when she was 15 years old. He was found guilty of child abduction yesterday in court where he was called a paedophile who groomed his pupil for sex before taking her to France. As he left the courtroom yesterday he reportedly mouthed, "I love you" to his former pupil... She apparently mouthed, "I'm sorry."

Listen to the whole story here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p019k609

love #relationships #jvsshow #bbc

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Hear the show in full here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p019b3wl Share your musical memories with Justin every Saturday morning 9-12 on 08459 455 555

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JVS is joined in the studio by Margaret Holyland, a great grandmother from Bedfordshire. She's helping a well known sex store create a new range of products for the older woman.

Margaret will feature on Channel 4 tonight in a programme called Sex Toy Story.

She makes up a panel of eight women - calling themselves The O Team - in advising Ann Summers what older women want.

Listen to the full interview - http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01951wt

@AnnSummersPR @HolylandRomag77 @channel4 #SexToyStories

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Mp's will again debate the issue of dog attacks.

"Muzzle all dogs" - @IainLee.

Click to hear some of the people Iain spoke to.

And hear the full show here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01951wr @BBC3cr

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Are Aldi and Lidl great or grotty? Recently Claudia Connell, writer for the Daily Mail and Waitrose shopper, tried Aldi and admits to being a bit of a convert. So are budget supermarkets great or grotty? That's the question JVS asks William Hanson but was he ready for the reply? Listen to the full interview here http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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Jonathan is joined by 21-year-old Samantha. She tells him what life was like growing up with an alcoholic mother. After being discharged from detox, her mum calls in to have her say.

Tomorrow on the show - both mother and daughter will be live in the studio with a family mediator. Can they put their differences aside once and for all? Listen Again to the show here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p018z8dn #parent #alcohol #addict #bbc #drug

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Is it every grandparents duty to provide childcare?

Grandparents Plus and Age UK research suggests grandparents care for 14 per cent of under 14's

John in MK tells JVS it's not my responsibility to look after my grandchildren, I've already worked for 49 years!

Listen to more from the JVS Show -http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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Four-year-old Maddox from Milton Keynes saved his mum's life by calling the emergency services when she collapsed at home. @IainLee @BBC3CR Hear the full show here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p018z7s0

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Delaney's grandfather, Delaney Sr tells Jonathan what he believes happened on the day his Grandson was murdered.

He also discusses gang rivalry in Luton and his feelings towards Kyle Beckford and his family.

Listen to the full interview http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p018ccdl

gang #luton #delaney #bbc #marshfarm #bedfordshire #murder #rivalry

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Conservative Grassroots chairman Robert Woollard tells Iain why he's against gay marriage

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Roberto speaks to Tom Thomas, the naturalist in Luton who's found over 150 different species of spider in his garden.

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The Conservative MP for Mid Bedfordshire, Nadine Dorries has indicated she'd be prepared to stand on a joint candidacy with the UK Independence Party at the next general election

Edwina Currie gives her opinion stating "Arguably she's an idiot"

Nadine was invited to appear on the JVS Show but was not available.

Listen to the full interview and reaction here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

jvs #jonathanvernonsmith #bbc #politics #ukip #tory #edwinacurrie #nadinedorries #nadine #dorries #idiot #funny #comedy #angry #mad #election #cameron

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David Atherton, Chairman of Freedom To Choose, tells Iain Lee he doesn't believe smoking in pregnancy is as harmful as scientists say. To listen to the full programme: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p017wjjb

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Paul Lamb, 58, from Leeds, has joined forces with the family of Mr Nicklinson, who died in 2012.

Earlier this year, Nr Nicklinson's widow Jane won permission to continue the challenge to a High Court ruling against doctor-assisted death.

Anti-euthanasia campaigners say the current law protects vulnerable people.

JVS asked him what his life was like before his accident.

More on this story http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22191059 #paullamb #tonynicklinson #righttodie

Listen to the full interview on The JVS Show http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p017wjjd

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Corin Stokes from Royston has given her baby girl the middle name 'Zafira' after her Vauxhall people carrier

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Steven in Watford tells @IainLee why he thinks people should be allowed to have sex at the age of 12. Hear the full show here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p017lx8n @BBC3CR

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JVS asks 'Are some people ready to have sex at 13?' on @BBC3CR after Barbara Hewson, leading barrister specialising in reproductive rights, calls for the age of consent to be lowered from 16 to 13.

Karen tells JVS of her 13 year old daughter's anxieties about sex.

To listen to the full programme, click here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p017k7md

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MP for Mid Bedfordshire, Nadine Dorries, is reinstated as a Conservative MP. Roberto Perrone asks her if she ever considered joining UKIP.

Click here for the full story: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-22457632

To listen to the full programme click here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p017k7mj

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@IainLee asks @BarryfromWat what's under his bed on @BB3CR. Dennis in Dunstable joins in. It gets heated! Hear the full show here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p017gy6h

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Jenna 'Bonsai' Benson races for the Treasure and hunts for the red button to end the game.

Beds, Herts and Bucks biggest Treasure Quest, every Sunday from 9 on BBC Three Counties Radio

See all of the pictures and find out more here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01765ps

treasurehunt #game #quiz #fun #comedy #challenge #bbc #race #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire #quest

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JVS asks 'Should Schools Teach Children a little bit about porn?' on @BBC3CR

He speaks to Steve Pope, a psychotherapist who works with porn addicts as young as ten. Later, Mary Clarkson who's from Catholic Voices. And finally, Steve in Letchworth tells Jonathan about his experiences with his three teenage sons.

To listen to the full programme, click here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p017289f

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The deadline looms for lawyers hoping to raise £8,000 to launch the appeal for Lindsay Sandiford.

Jonathan Vernon-Smith asks if the UK government have done the right thing refusing to pay for her appeal. Victor calls JVS to say "I will pay for Lindsay Sandiford's appeal." Clive Stafford Smith, Director of Reprieve speaks with Victor and Jonathan.

bbc #jvs #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire #lindsay #sandiford #drugs #bali #shocking #kindness #amazing #heroin

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James in Luton says he believes Lindsay Sandiford should face justice.

He was once frightened for his life after being forced to transport £100,000 of Heroin into Thailand. He was aware the penalty was death by lethal injection, hear his incredible story.

bbc #jvs #drugs #lindsaysandiford #bali #crime #heroin #reprieve #illegal

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Jay from Milton Keynes tells JVS he has been addicted to prostitutes for the last 15 years. He says it is an addiction he doesn't want and believes it's as bad as any drug. David Lloyd, PCC for Hertfordshire tells BBC Three Counties Radio he is urging people not to buy papers which advertise escort and massage services. He says these adverts are a front for prostitution. #addiction #addict #help #jvsshow #massage #escort #prostitute #money #sex #drug #police #davidlloyd #ollymartins #anthonystansfeld #pcc #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire Listen to the full interview and more... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 The JVS Show Monday to Friday from 9, BBC Three Counties Radio

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Chris tells JVS an advert on TV shows children playing with a toy sausage dog who poops ready for you to scoop it up. The winner is the person to collect the most. Hear more consumer problems on the JVS Show, weekdays from 9 http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 Listen to the advert. #bbc #jvs #children #advertising #funny #shocking #disgusting #horrible #poo #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire

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JVS has come to the end of his week living on £53. Hear how he got on and what Dame Anne Begg, Chair for the Work and Pensions Select Committee thinks he should do next. #bbc #jvs #befordshire #hertfordshire #buckighamshire #benefit #challenge #feisty #angry #funny

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Do you agree with the £500 a week benefit cap?

Tom is in his 80's, still working and says his pride stops him claiming benefits. He tells JVS he sees too many people scrounging on benefits and it makes him sick.

bbc #jvs #news #angry #tax #mp #expenses #benefit #government #cap #money #scrounger #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire

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Conservative MP Iain Duncan Smith claimed he could live on £53 a week if he found himself unemployed. JVS took on the challenge following a welfare shake-up which includes cuts to housing benefit for some social housing tenants. All bills, food, transport, clothes and toiletries needed to come out of this budget. Find out what happened next on the JVS Show http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 weekdays 9am-midday. #jvs #bbc #news #benefit #53 #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire #unemployed #poor #money #iainduncansmith #jvsshow #food #shocking #funny

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Sylvia in High Wycombe tells JVS how she helped campaign for Margaret Thatcher in 1979. She told Women - Go home and tell your husbands to vote for Maggie Thatcher and don't have sex with them until they say yes! Listen to the full interview and more http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p016by8s #margaretthatcher #thatcher #ironlady #baronessthatcher #politics #labour #conservative #vote #pm #primeminister #sex #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire #bbc #nus

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A man is still seeking answers three years on after receiving a three inch deep wound in his lower back at Bedford Hospital.

The hospital acknowledge it happened in A and E after Keith Thompson, from Shefford, was admitted for complications to his epilepsy.

He has since suffered from depression and the agony of not knowing what happened to him.

The hospital says: "A thorough investigation was carried out to establish the possible cause of his injury, including involving the police; unfortunately this proved inconclusive"

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What do you think should happen to Mick Philpott now? During the phone-in Sheila told JVS that she is worried about how he will be sentenced after her experience.

LISTEN IN FULL HERE: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01601nf

BBC #jvsshow #Philpott #Derbyfire #HouseFireDeaths #Philpottstrial #fire #manslaughter #murder #derbyshire

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£53 is the lowest amount that a jobseeker under the age of 25 will receive in benefits.

The work and Pensions Secretary Iain Duncan Smith told the BBC he could live on £53 spending money per week.

Since making this claim over 25,000 people have gone online to sign a petition calling for Mr Duncan Smith to try living this way for a year.

LISTEN IN FULL HERE: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p015ympj

IainDuncanSmith #IDS #benefits #welfare #government #economy #struggle #bbc #jvsshow

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Oliver Jaycock from London Luton Airport talks to JVS about the increase in drop-off charges. It now costs £2 for 15mins in the drop-off zone.

Listen to the full interview here http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

luton #airport #charges #parking #angry #bedfordshire #bbc #jvsshow

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talks to @ashmead72 ahead of the trip to Hartlepool. #mkdonsfc

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A woman says she wants answers after missing her flight from Luton Airport because she got stuck in a lift at the Ibis Hotel. Lynn Larson and her husband were due to go to Turkey for 11 days. Jez in High Wycombe has just told Iain he got stuck in his bathroom. ...

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@mkdonsfc midfielder George Baldock talking to @ashmead72 about breaking into the first team. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson discussing his sides injury nightmare ahead of Colchester on Saturday with @ashmead72. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talking to @ashmead 72 ahead of the Colchester game on Saturday. #mkdonsfc

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Bread making is becoming increasingly popular because of Paul Hollywood's latest TV show.

But Iain Lee thinks you've got too much time on your hands if you bake your own bread.

Listener Richard took his opinion very badly... have a listen!

Listen to Iain Lee, Monday - Friday from 6 till 9

Listen again or listen live here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7m8

bread #funny #iainlee #bbc3cr

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Sarah tells JVS she has two children and receives £1700 per month on benefits. This includes help towards her mortgage, income support, child benefits and more.

jvsshow #employment #benefits #government #unemployment #childcare #bbc #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire

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Do we do enough to support people who've fought for our country? Jan from Harlington thinks there is plenty of support available but that it's up to the individual to ask for it. Her son served in the Royal Marines and suffered with PMSD.

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Matt in Luton tells Iain Lee that grapes cured his smoking addiction

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@mkdonsfc midfielder @gleeson_stephen talking to @ashmead72 following his dream return to the side. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talking to @ashmead72 and paying tribute to the #mkdonsfc fans

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talking to @ashmead72 about the injury to Luke Chadwick. #mkdonsfc

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JVS asks 'Is taking someone else's speeding points a serious crime in your eyes?'

You can listen to the entire programme here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p014w328

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@LTFC_Official manager John Still talks to @ashmead72 ahead of the home game with #Herefordfc More from the #lutonfc manager tomorrow from 2pm with @geoffdoyle1

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New research suggests processed meats increase the risk of an early death. Pat in Kempston told JVS that she has no other option but to buy processed meats as she can't afford more expensive cuts.

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You can also hear the moment loses it live on-air when he reads one of your texts! Click here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p014s8pz

JVS made himself a sandwich for his lunch, but his cat Pip beat him to it and had some for himself. Not one to waste food JVS cut around it and enjoyed his sandwich - but would you do the same?

Would you eat a sandwich that had been chewed by your pet?

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@mkdonsfc midfielder Luke Chadwick talks to @ashmead72 about his new contract and why he loves the club. #mkdonsfc

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Claudia Gilling from St Albans tell BBC Three Counties Radio how frustrated she was by Justin Bieber's late arrival at the 02 Arena in London last night.

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Adam tells JVS that he moved to the UK from Poland in 2005. A few years later Adam was expecting a baby with a woman who was also from Poland. When she became ill, they went to the NHS but Adam says his girlfriend was refused treatment as she'd only been in the UK for 7 months.

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Madeline from Bedfordshire tells JVS her farm is targeted by thieves from the travelling community.

She claims to have been threatened, had thousands of pounds worth of equipment stolen and claims the police are scared of entering a Travellers site.

jvsshow #traveller #gypsy #police #centralbeds #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire #theft #crime

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Jonathan gets a new nickname and Tim writes him a song.

music #funny #bbc #JVS #bedfordshire #hertfordshire #buckinghamshire #jvsshow

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We opened the mole hill hotline at 6am this morning...

We've not had one call of people spotting molehills in their garden...

Katherine Boyle from the News was saddened by the lack of mole hills and has compiled this bulletin...

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Luton Chief Executive Gary Sweet talks to @geoffdoyle1 following the departure of Paul Buckle from the club by mutual consent. #lutonfc

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Cheryl and Michael Chapman from Welwyn lost their son ten years ago. They have kept his bedroom the same as he left it. They've now been asked to leave to downsize or pay more money to live there.

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The JVS show asks CAN HAVING AN ACCENT HOLD YOU BACK?

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Jenny called Jonathan to say she hates her accent, so JVS offered to give her some elocution lessons live on the air.

You can listen and find out more here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0142sbq

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JVS discusses accents with Brian Sewell and brings in John, who wants to know what Brian's wearing.

You can listen and find out more here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0142sbq

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Yesterday we set a challenge to MK's poet laureate Mark Niel, to write a poem celebrating BBC Three Counties arrival in the digital age. Hear what he's come up with...

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Victoria surprised an unsuspecting lady with some flowers from her husband of 21years!

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talks to @ashmead72 ahead of the #facup game against #barnsleyfc on Saturday. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talking to @ashmead72 ahead of the #facup 5th round clash with #barnsleyfc Luke asked Karl how the players were looking after the Doncaster game. #mkdonsfc

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Broken Boat from Hertfordshire, Doris Brendel from Buckinghamshire and Jonny Mudd from Bedfordshire met for the first time today at 12pm. They 'jammed' and performed 2 tracks live on the show - all in less than 3 hours!

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Ed Miliband and Ed Balls visited the Bedford Training Group Centre today to deliver speeches about the government's economic policy.

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@LTFC_Official manager Paul Buckle talks to @geoffdoyle1 about the season so far ahead of Dartford away. #lutonfc

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@LTFC_Official manager Paul Buckle talks to @geoffdoyle1 about Steve McNulty ahead of the trip to Dartford.

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talks to @ashmead72 ahead of the game at Doncaster tomorow evening. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talks to @ashmead72 about 3 of his players who have been returning from injury. Chadwick, Powell & MacKenzie. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talking to @ashmead72 ahead of the game at Doncaster tomorrow evening. #mkdonsfc

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The Luton Town manager Paul Buckle talks to Geoff Doyle ahead of Forest Green

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson tells @ashmead72 he's pleased to welcome back three of his injured players but asks for patience from the fans. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talks to @ashmead72 about his & Ryan Lowe's contact with Bournemouth following that tackle on Tommy Elphick. #mkdonsfc

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A horrified shopper was left outraged after finding a something in a packet of sausages that shouldn't have been there...

It was...

A HUMAN TOOTH!

And it wasn't their own.

While Iain Lee's away, David Prever sent his reporter Sophie Sulehria out into Dunstable, to ask what strange things they found in their food...

Listen to Iain Lee, Monday - Friday from 6 till 9

Listen again or listen live here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7m8

food #funny #bbc3cr

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Yesterday Iain Lee was listening to a phone in on another radio station, asking people to 'tell me your chainsaw stories'.... So he nicked it.

So we asked you for yours on BBC Three Counties Radio.

People in Leighton Buzzard told our reporter Sophie Sulehria their stories...

Listen to Iain Lee, Monday - Friday from 6 till 9

Listen again or listen live here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7m8

chainsaw #funny #iainlee #bbc3cr

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Would you go to a gay wedding? The Reverend Peter Simpson says absolutely not. Hear more from JVS http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 #gaymarriage #equalmarriage #equality #church #politics #gay #homosexuality #bbc #jvsshow #pmqs

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Larry is a devout Christian with a gay daughter. He tells JVS he would not attend her wedding as his religion is more important to him than his daughters feelings. #gaymarriage #equalmarriage #equality #church #politics #gay #homosexuality #bbc #jvsshow Hear more from JVS http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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Ahead of Bolton's visit to Vicarage Road. Gianfranco talks to @geoffdoyle1 about being able to keep his key players during the transfer window. @WatfordFC_news #watfordfc

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Ahead of @mkdonsfc v Bournemouth @ashmead72 has been speaking to manager Karl Robinson. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talks to @ashmead72 about Tuesday's defeat against Yeovil and the refereeing decisions that he felt cost his team. #mkdonsfc

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Ahead of the game against Leyton Orient at home @geoffdoyle1 has been speaking to Boro manager Gary Smith. #stevenagefc

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Ahead of the trip to #Barrowfc @ashmead72 asked @LTFC_Official manager Paul Buckle if his players were up for the fight between now and the end of the season. #lutonfc

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Ahead of trip to #Barrowfc @LTFC_Official manager Paul Buckle has been speaking to @asmead72 about the sides exit from the FA Trophy #lutonfc

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Pete says that he's an animal lover but has trapped cats in his garden and released them 10 miles away to stop them killing birds on his land.

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Kathryn Bonella has spent the last 18 months interviewing cocaine dealers in Bali as part of the research for her book "Snowing in Bali" which is released in the UK today. 31/01/13

drugs #cocaine #lindsaysandiford #bali #death #prison #jail #bbc

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Debs called the JVS Show to explain why she is a fan of Polish workers in the UK.

Pete calls in to tell Jonathan and Debs he is appalled and offended by what she had said.

It all kicks off from there!

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Sheila was sent an offer through the post to subscribe to a magazine. She says they have stolen and used her image... She recognised the jowls!

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@watfordfcsays manager GianFranco Zola talks to @geoffdoyle1 ahead of the trip to Bristol City #watfordfc

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@LTFC_Official manager Paul Buckle is still looking to bring in players before the end of the transfer window.

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@mkdonsfc Manager Karl Robinson talks to Luke Ashmead about the type of player he'd like before the transfer window closes. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talks to Luke Ashmead about the fixture congestion for his club in League 1. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson gives his reaction to the 5th round FA Cup Draw against Barnsely.

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Sarah In Long Crendon called #shrinkwrapped to tell us about what it's like caring for her son.

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Hatters boss Paul Buckle looking ahead to the historic FA Cup game at Carrow road against Premier League Norwich City #lutonfc talking to Geoff Doyle

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Hornets midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah talking to Geoff Doyle ahead of the Championship clash against Forest. #watfordfc

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MK Dons midfielder Dean Bowditch discussing the fixture pile up and new loan signing Chris Lines. @mkdonsfc #mkdonsfc

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MK Dons manager Karl Robinson talking about the travelling support for the FA Cup clash with QPR. over 3000 tickets sold already. #mkdonsfc @mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talking about new loan signing @linesy8 from Sheff Wed. #mkdonsfc

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@mkdonsfc manager Karl Robinson talking about winter training and Big Sam Allardyce. #mkdonsfc

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@TheRealJackDee talks to our reporter @Tonythefish on @BBC3CR about his @ComicRelief challenge for ‏@rednoseday

Hear the full show here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0132zjh

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The National Pensioners Convention is calling the government's new pension plan a "con trick".

The coalition will today announce a radical shake-up of state pensions meaning anyone retiring after 2017 getting a flat-rate equivalent to a £144.

George tells JVS he cannot afford to live and Sarah calls in to say she would love £144 a week as she is struggling as a full time carer on just £55.

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Talking to @geoffdoyle1 ahead of the FA Trophy game with Skelmersdale on @bbc3cr @LTFC_Official

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@geoffdoyle1 has been speaking to @stevenagefc boss Gary Smith. Does he expect any bids for his players? You can hear more from Gary Smith from 2pm tomorrow with all the build up to the Doncaster game on @bbc3cr

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@mkdonsfc Captain Dean Lewington prepares to make his 400th appearance this Saturday. His manager has his say on the MK legend. Hear more from KR with @geoffdoyle1 from 2pm tomorrow. on @bbc3cr

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Hornets boss Zola talking to @ashmead72 yesterday ahead of Middlesborough game. More from Gianfranco with @geoffdoyle1 from 2pm on Sat 12th.

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MK Dons striker Izale McLeod has received plenty of support from fans in his native MK and we're all looking forward to Izale singing. @mkdonsfc

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A song written and recorded by Scott Balcony about our Three Counties reporter Justin Dealey.

@BBC3CR @IainLee

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A mouse found it's way into the weather studio during Kate Kinsella's weather bulletin!

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The Festive Faceoff with Iain Lee and Jonathan Vernon-Smith is coming soon to a Boxing Day near you. Hear it 7am-9am on BBC Three Counties radio.

Click here to listen: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p012ghmt

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Conservative MP for Elmet and Rothwell, Alec Shelbourne, told the Commons that those receiving benefits should not be able to spend that money on alcohol or cigarettes. Listen to more of the JVS Show http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 @jvsshow

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Ian was desperate for help and didn't know where to turn so he came to the BBC Three Counties Radio studio to find JVS.

He's just come out of hospital and hasn't had any heating in his home for three weeks. This is what happened in the consumer hour. Listen to more of the JVS Show http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 @jvsshow

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Today... How much sympathy do you have for the Australian Dj's?

The Australian radio hosts at the centre of the royal hospital hoax say they are 'gutted and heartbroken' over the death of nurse Jacintha Saldanha.

Mel Greig and Michael Christian wept as they said "not a minute goes by where we don't think about her family".

This is a snapshot of what the people of Beds, Herts and Bucks had to say. Listen to more from JVS http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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A sequel to the Christmas classic movie, The Snowman, will be shown for the first time this Christmas.

The author of the book Raymond Briggs tells Rob about what he makes of the sequel and the enduring success of his story

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He says he feels like a burden on the government and can't go on for much longer.

His plan is to write a suicide letter to David Cameron.

Listen to more from JVS here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 @jvsshow

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@IainLee @BBC3CR #OllieTheCleaner Hear the show in full here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p010wd8j

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Maya Forstater from St Albans is part of the campaign 'Let Toys Be Toys', which wants toy shops to remove 'boys' and 'girls' sections.

Dr Laura Nelson successfully convinced Hamleys to remove its gender specific signs last year and tells Rob why the issue is important.

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Colin Rouse got married in Stevenage during June and was bought three lottery tickets by his mum.

However, he doesn't know where the ticket is. He's currently searching for it, and he tells Rob how the search is going...

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Royal expert and commentator William Hanson calls Steve a Dunderhead and tells Jane to sit down and have a sherry. Steve doesn't know what all the royal baby fuss is about. Jane calls both of them morons and Mary gets teary and patriotic. Hear more from JVS here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

royalbaby #william #katemiddleton @williamhanson @jvsshow

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After his 2-1 win against Dorchester, Ronnie Henry gives an emotional interview about his feelings following the sad news of his friend and former teammate Mitchell Cole, who died aged 27.

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Justin Dealey on School's Out surprised one of his listener's on her birthday with a special message from Jeff Wayne. @twotwofficial

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@BBC3cr @UnionJWorld @HensleyJackie Hear the full show here: http://audioboo.fm/boos/1087284

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There are just 6 days left for the winner of a £64 million Euromillions jackpot to claim their prize. No-one has come forward so far, but we do know the ticket was bought in the Hitchin and Stevenage area. Beryl in Hitchin called Rob to tell him what she had overheard on a bus in Hitchin...

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A couple from Hertfordshire have named their daughter Bella...after the pub she was born outside of.

Gavin Barnaby from Ware was stuck in traffic on the way to the hospital and so had to stop to deliver the baby.

He tells Rob what happened...

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Ferrari's complaint to Formula One authorities has seen them criticised for being 'bad losers'.

They've since announced that Red Bull Racing's Sebastian Vettel will retain his world title.

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@jvsshow #alcohol #addict #drink #christmas #alcoholic #drunk

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Bridget Ruffell's dog Bonnie has been attacked several times by what she describes as a "menacing" seagull.

She describes what taking Bonnie on a walk in Berkhamsted is like...

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JVS speaks to The MP for Mid Bedfordshire, Nadine Dorries.

Life has been very eventful for Ms Dorries over the past three weeks following her appearance on the reality show "I'm a celebrity, get me out of here".

Just what had Nadine Dorries got to say for herself?

Listen to the full interview here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

@jvsshow @bbc3cr @nadinedorriesmp #nadinedorries #mp #bedfordshire #imaceleb #bbc

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Gill came onto the JVS Show initially to tell him life on benefits isn't as easy as you may think.

She is 60 and on jobseekers allowance, lives on the bare minimum, doesn't have a microwave, a car, washing machine or a mattress!

An anonymous donator wanted us to pass something on to Gill.

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@Introducingbhb @BBC3cr @jackbsavidge To find out more about BBC Introducing click here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p010b71v

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@Introducingbhb @BBC3cr @TinchyStryder @TheGarethLloyd To find out more about BBC Introducing click here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p010b71v

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A Dunstable school has banned a pupil from growing a moustache for a charity campaign because it says it is not an "inclusive" activity. 13 year old Gus Hooker wanted to take part in Movember, where men grow facial hair to raise money for Prostate Cancer UK #movember #iainlee #Dunstable

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What should the people of Mid Beds do while their MP Nadine Dorries is in the jungle? JVS asks Willaim Joce for answers. @jvsshow I'm a celebrity, get me out of here.

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'I'm a Consumer Champion. Get me in there!' While MP Nadine Dorries is in the jungle, JVS offers to stand in. Three Counties Radio's consumer champion Jonathan Vernon-Smith goes to Nadine Dorries' Mid Bedfordshire constituency to stand in for the absent MP.

Listen to the JVS Show http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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During the middle hour of the JVS Show, Jonathan asks 'Have you had to come to terms with not having children of your own' Terry shares his experience.

@jvsshow

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On the phone-in from 9 Jonathan asks 'Should everyone in the UK wear a poppy?'

To find more information or listen to more, click here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00znzg2

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A team of researchers are trying to discover why Scotish people are more likely to have red hair.

Alistair Moffat is behind the Scotlands DNA project who are looking into this...

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Geraldine called the JVS Show for help disposing of a wheelchair accessible disability wet room.

This Included a toilet with a washing and warm air drying facility. JVS liked the sound of this!

Geraldine says she came to BBC Three Counties Radio as a last resort as charities and local authorities wouldn't help her…

If you have a consumer problem the team is here every day between eleven and twelve fighting for your rights. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2

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Rupert and Sandra are both from Watford in Hertfordshire and have both battled against a series alcohol problem. They now volunteer at Watford Hospital offering advice and support to patients who decide they want to break their alcohol dependency. Listen to more of JVS here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001xfs2 If you need help or advice call the AA National Helpline - 0845 769 7555

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Last month, Jonathan was joined in the studio by brothers Donald and Edward. They are victims of neighbours from hell. They lived next door to each other for years until Edward finally moved out, sick and tired of the behaviour from some of his other neighbours. If you are having similar problems, JVS wants to hear from you. Email: jvsshow@bbc.co.uk To hear more from JVS click here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00zkptv

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Betty calls JVS with concerns for Nadine Dorries' dentures if she has to eat a kangaroo's doo dah. We don't think she wears them... But Betty does! #celebrity #antanddec #itv #funny #shocking #bbc3cr #jvsshow To hear more from JVS click here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00zkptv

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During the phone in JVS was discussing the importance of charities and the Royal British Legion.

Leonard calls to say the only charity he supports is him!

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@jvsshow #charity #poppyappeal #welfare #shocking #funny #laugh

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Nick Coffer comes into the studio to see JVS with hilarious consequences.

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@jvsshow #winter #ferrets #flu #remedy

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Gary Barlow humiliated his fellow X-Factor Judge Tulisa by saying live on TV that she had fag ash breath! Is it ever ok to tell a smoker they have bad breath? To listen to more click here... http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00zbp1n @jvsshow #garybarlow #tulisa #xfactor #fagashbreath

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Jonathan Vernon-Smith talks to John McCririck after he's dropped by Channel 4 Racing.

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After explaining that she'd had a nice day visiting Luton, Rob decides to ask the question many of you may have been wondering...

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In the 70's John was kicked in the groin, it changed his life forever.

John tells JVS what it's like to live with permanent impotence.

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@jvsshow #impotence #sex

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@jvsshow #halloween #october #christian #faith

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A controversial incinerator at Hatfield has been given the go ahead by councillors.

Despite opposition from some locals and English Heritage, who operate nearby Hatfield House, nearly 400,000 tons of waste will be processed every year in the plant at New Barnfield.

Paul Zukowsky is from the Hatfield Against Incineration Campaign group.

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Lord Bichard has suggested that when people retire they should spend some of their time volunteering in order to qualify for all of their pension.

Rob speaks to Neil Duncan-Jordan from the National Pensioner Convention...

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Linda's husband applied for a personal and protected loan for his own business.

As he was self-employed, he got PPI insurance to cover him but he fell ill and was unable to work or repay his instalments.

The claim on their insurance was turned down and a charge has been put on their house.

Sadly Linda's husband died so she came to the JVS Show for help.

This is the latest.

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Martin Higgins tells Nick Coffer why the Red Arrows are such a British institution @RedArrowsUK @NickCoffer

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Brothers Donald and Edward from hertfordshire say they are victims of nightmare neighbours.

They say windows have been smashed, tyres slashed, stones thrown and Edward's car attacked with a golf club.

The brothers show JVS photographic and CCTV images.

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After hearing Rob's interview with John Morgan and Michael Black, the gay couple that won their discrimination case against a B & B that refused them entry, many of you called to have your say.

Dorothy in Letchworth, Steve in Heath and Reach, Brian in St Albans and Graham in Welwyn were just some of those that came to the programmeto share their views.

You can have your say on 08459 455 555 with @drivewithrob

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John Morgan and Michael Black were asked to leave a B&B near Cookham because the owners said it went against their Christian beliefs. They've now won their case for discrimination and @drivewithrob asked them how they felt when it happened.

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Dwayne is a polar explorer. He wants to see more black people enjoying the countryside and thinks the government should cough up for it.

Also Caroline tells JVS she was the only black person in her town and felt like a novelty.

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During the big phone in JVS asks do you trust the police with weapons? @jvsshow

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It has now emerged that Fame Daddy is hoax and Dan Richards is an actor working for a TV production company @drivewithrob @bbc3cr

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JVS gets your views asking the question have you experienced verbal abuse in a relationship?

Brenda calls JVS to talk about how she was verbally abused and dragged by her hair.

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Lesley from MK's husband couldn't cope with the changes to her body. He wanted her to have reconstructive breast surgery. @jvsshow #breastcancer

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Our reporter @sophiesulehria visited Watergate Farm in Hockliffe for @iainlee - to speak to turkey farmer David Hunt about the rising cost of food. #worldfoodday

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Jill says she's tired of hearing that people on benefits have it easy.

Jill is 60 and on jobseekers allowance, lives on the bare minimum, doesn't have a microwave, a car, washing machine or a mattress!

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On BBC Three Counties Radio this morning Iain Lee grilled Colette Wyatt-Lowe - who is in charge of Health and Adult Care at Hertfordshire County Council - over funding for elderly care. @iainlee

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The JVS Show asks the question Is it time to accept that drugs aren't that bad?

Tracey tells JVS how she lost her daughter to drugs. She now prostitutes herself to pay for cocaine.

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Julia Donaldson tells @nickcoffer about her writing on @bbc3cr.

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Iain Lee speaks to a trustee of the Jimmy Saville Stoke Mandeville Hospital Charitable Trust who knew the late icon for more than 30 years.

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Treasure Quest made it to the Hertfordshire Country Showground for a mini task.

Find someone with a musical instrument and serenade people with a rendition of... I've got a brand new combine harvester.

Jenna 'Bonsai' Benson found glassblower Ed and his ukelele.

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We're valuing your records with @Nick Coffer - John in Stewkley phoned with some great memories #mybeatlesstory

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50 years ago today on October the 5th 1962 - The Fab 4 released their first single 'Love Me Do'…

One of the more unusual performances for the Beatles back in April 1963 was at Stowe School in Buckinghamshire.

Jenna Benson went back to The Roxburgh Hall to meet ex pupil John Bloomfield…

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David Preece's daughter Ella told BBC Three Counties Radio how CHUMS bereavement charity helped her when her dad died.

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A man fromTring worked for more than 70 years in the same company. What's the longest you've ever stayed in the same job for? And do we have any loyalty to our employers anymore? On BBC Three Counties Radio.

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What do you use your shed for? A project in Milton Keynes is bringing together older people to socialise in sheds.

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@IainLee and JVS discuss holidays, weather and children on BBC Three Counties Radio

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A vaccination to protect unborn children against WHOOPING COUGH can now given to pregnant mothers. @IainLee hears from Jennifer in Bedford who's baby caught Whooping Cough earlier this year on BBC Three Counties Radio

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How safe are our roads? Last year over 8000 accidents happened on roads in the Three Counties. Mary got involved in the Think Bike campaign after her beloved son was killed in a motor accident.

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More than 8000 accidents occurred on roads in the Three Counties last year. Iain Lee thinks roadside tributes should be stopped to help reduce distractions and accidents. What do you think?

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Almost 400 children are in local care in Buckinghamshire because of a lack of foster parents. BBC Three Counties Radio hears from the children themselves about the difference fostering can make.

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Professor of Classics Edith Hall tells @IainLee on BBC Three Counties Radio that Andrew Mitchell has the attitude of an ancient Roman man.

Would you be offended by the word "pleb"?

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Where are the wonderful people in the Three Counties? Marie tells @IainLee all about her disastrous journey. And demonstrates an art in brevity too.

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Former Aston Villa footballer Paul Mortimer tells @IainLee he experienced racism on BBC Three Counties Radio.

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The Treasure Quest task saw Jenna 'Bonsai' Benson challenged to complete the Kop Hill Climb.

The mode of transport... Only a 1935 Bentley driven by Guy.

A nervous Roberto Perrone and contestants Christian and Dan listened on.

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Bill's desperately searching for answers to some of life's most important questions. He asked Iain Lee on BBC Three Counties Radio

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@IainLee takes inspiration from Nick Clegg's apology for going back on his tuition fees pledge. What should you apologise for?

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How do you rid racism from the Beautiful Game? Former Watford player, Ian Bolton, describes how racist language became part of the tactics used to help win matches.

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What age should older people stop driving? An irate David from Marsh Farm tells Iain Lee he's talking rubbish.

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An incredulous Iain Lee talks to Chris McGovern from Campaign for Real Education who says GCSEs are responsible for England's failing economy.

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JVS and Iain Lee discuss candlelight suppers and topless photos of Kate Middleton

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Dennis in Dunstable tells Iain Lee the French should be guillotined for photographing a topless Kate Middleton on BBC Three Counties

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@IainLee asks JVS if he has "a cheeky little tat?" #bromance #tattoos

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The most tattooed woman in the world speaks to @IainLee on BBC Three Counties Radio

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Luton Borough Council says that the 400 thousand pound loss from the Love Luton festival will be met by income from the town's airport and not the taxpayer.

However opposition groups claim that taxpayers will still bear the cost.

Hazel Simmons is the Leader of Luton Borough Council spoke to Iain Lee. #luton #loveluton #bedfordshire #olympictorch #hazelsimmons

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A spate of cars having their tyres slashed has been reported in the Galley Hill area of Milton Keynes. Police have told residents they know who is responsible, but need to catch them in the act. Several people have put up CCTV cameras outside their homes after the last series of attacks in November 2011.

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Our reporter Phil Lack visits Olney Fire Station, which is looking for people to become retained firefighters.