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One of the nations

One of the nations

Laughs across the stamina-sapping telethon were few and far between - if only they'd let Stephen Fry swear

Letters:<strong> Sue Hunter </strong>argues that literacy and numeracy projects must be invested in.<strong> Jenny Hartland </strong>addresses the pressure of being forced to learn to read and write too young

A CHARITY that helps adults from Chard and the surrounding area learn to read is hopeful a new BBC documentary will raise awareness of its work.

Away from The Repair Shop, they try and get viewers involved in upcycling projects of their own. Talking of the new series, Jay spoke of how making things can benefit peoples mental health. He explained: "If Im not making something, it doesnt feel good. Jay and Dominic will appear in their own series called Jay and Doms Home-Fix as they hope to inspire people to upcyle at home. (Image: BBC) Jay has presented as part of The Repair shop since the show first aired in 2017. (Image: GETTY) The top ...

Get to know the talented BBC presenters offspring here February 10, 2021 - 19:29 GMT Eve Crosbie Meet the kids of The Repair Shop stars who youll never see on the show - from Steve Fletchers to Jay Blades talented teenage daughter The Repair Shop has won the heart of its viewers since it landed on our screens back in 2017. Described as an "antidote to throw away culture", the BBC show sees a panel of experts take precious family heirlooms and possessions and restore them to ...

He added: "Not trusting anything that is on the internet, I nearly deleted it and would have done if my partner, Mel, hadnt stopped me saying that it all looks ok. I responded and a few moments later had a phone call from [producer] Shane who told me about the show and I agreed to appear on it." The Repair Shop presenter is also a proud father-of-five. In October, Steve shared another family photo alongside his children and grandchildren as they holidayed in Cornwall. "Keeping the family them...

Luckily, it wont be long before The Repair Shop will return to screens with brand new content as the Christmas special will soon be aired on BBC. Will recently shared a snap of the cast for the festive show, writing: "Not long now until the most wonderful time of the year, The Repair Shop Christmas episode dates coming soon." It has since been confirmed that the festive special will air on Boxing Day at 6.45pm on BBC One. The heartwarming programme is popular due to the team of expert who, ac...