Synopsis
In the final program of the series, Michael Buerk explores the likely effects of continuing technological, economic, and social change, considering what life will be like in 20 years.
- Programme: Soul of Britain
- Episode: 9: Future Tense
- Channel: BBC One
- Broadcast year: 2000
- Sociology
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