Sitrep May 10th 2012

SITREP Trail May 10th There's been a U-turn over which planes to use on the Carriers - but is it the right decision? Why there's anger in Scotland over plans to lose some historic regimental names Why France's new President-elect wants to speed up the withdrawal of French troops from Afghanistan. And the new memorial to Bomber Command is nearing completion - but why has it taken so long? PRESENTER: Kate Gerbeau STUDIO GUEST: BFBS’s defence analyst, Christopher Lee INTERVIEWS The Secretary of State for Defence, Philip Hammond on the Carriers The Shadow Secretary of State for Defence, Jim Murphy, on Carriers and proposed cuts to Scottish regiments. BBC's Paris correspondent, Hugh Schofield, discussing the new President elect You can listen on BFBS Radio 2 at 1630 (UK time) and on BFBS Radio 1 at 1830 (UK time) Alternatively listen again on the website.