mikey - yes I remember, vaguely, 'Mrs. Dale's Diary' and I also remember howling with laughter at 'Round the Horn' even though I didn't understand it. You could amuse on many levels in those days - the innuendo passed me by and doubtless made my parents smile. Why can't they seem to do it these days? (Rhetorical, not wanting to start an in-depth socio-lit. debate! :) )
I read that the ne3w editor wants to return the Archers to 'its roots' - phew!
B.T.W. How is Ruth managing not to say 'I told you so' to David?