Getting back into radio John managed a radio station in West Africa before coming back to the UK to set up a local commercial station in Mid-Wales.

BBC: Lancashire - Presenter profile: John Barnes

"From control over buses and trains and the freedom to plug skills gaps, to powers to 'earn back' tax and set up local investment funds to spend on local projects - the deals are unlocking the huge potential of our cities, " he said.

BBC: Milton Keynes

If not, you've probably already missed your chance to pick up one of those three HD-A1s from your local Best Buy, so kick back with your over-the-air, cable or satellite HD, and let someone else fight the format war for you.

ENGADGET: Toshiba HD-A1 HD DVD player gets hands-on treatment HD