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The latest series, Series 7, of Hands On started its broadcast on BBC World on 4th January 2006

This week: Taking Off

Decent public transport is taken as a right in many countries. But for many, access to vital transport is a major problem. This Hands On programme looks at developments that help people get around, linking them to essential services, such as emergency medical care.

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You can also get a complete listing of all programmes broadcast since Series 1 to Series 6

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Welcome to the 'Hands On-Ideas to Go' website. This exciting multi-media initiative is back as part of TVE's award-winning EARTH REPORT series! Described by one regular viewer as "the best environmental programme around" we bring you information on what people around the world are doing to meet the practical challenges of Agenda 21 - the Earth Summit's action plan to save people and planet.

Be inspired to safeguard the environment - either by investing in an appropriate technology or by taking up an idea which might bring in some extra income.

Whether you're interested in renewable energy, enterprise, recycling or fishing, EARTH REPORT'S 'Hands On-Ideas to Go' offer something for everyone.

The 7th series of Hands On has now been broadcast on BBC World. We are grateful to Anita Roddick, founder of the Body Shop, who introduced the programmes each month, as part of her commitment to sustainable development.

TVE/ Practical Action gratefully acknowledge support for the HANDS ON programmes from the UK's Department for International Development (DFID), the European Commission (EC), the UN Foundation and UNDP/The Equator Initiative in collaboration with the Government of Canada, IDRC, IUCN, BrasilConnects and the Nature Conservancy.