The You and Yours programme broadcast on Radio 4 has played a vital role over 56 years in standing up for the rights of citizens and consumers. It has been a source of help and advice for thousands of people by holding businesses and public bodies to account for malpractice and unfairness.
Now the BBC has announced that the programme is to be axed without giving any real information about how it will be replaced, except for a reference to a possible 'digital-first' substitute.
Many of the listeners to the programme are too old or are simply unable to access digital resources. These are the people who most need the help and information that You and Yours gives.