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More or Less: How Long Does It Take to Turn Around an Oil Tanker?

Series 276, episode 4

Tim Harford investigates some of the statistical numbers being quoted in the news, focusing on the suggestion that illegal migrants receive more in benefits than pensioners and the 'record-breaking' renewable energy auction celebrated by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband. Plus, how long does it actually take to turn around an oil tanker and is one divided by zero infinity?

Cast (unconfirmed)

Tim Harford
Charlotte McDonald
Richard Vadon