Covid ethical dilemmas; Plants for Passion; Holy Howlers

The Covid pandemic has created ‘battlefield’ conditions for UK doctors who may soon have to make very difficult decisions about who to prioritise for life-saving treatment. Edward Stourton discusses the underlying ethical principles with Dominic Wilkinson, Professor of Medical Ethics at Oxford University; and Rev Dr Brendan McCarthy, National Adviser on Medical Ethics for The Church of England.Urban naturalist Bob Gilbert uncovers some of the native plants and trees in Britain that have a close association with the Easter story. Comedian Paul Kerensa has been listening and watching some of the online services that have sprung up and reports on some of the holy howlers when things didn't go entirely to plan.There are calls for some churches to reopen for private prayer. As well as practical questions about health and safety, the lockdown raises theological questions about the meaning and importance of scared space. Catholic Journalist Tim Stanley and the Anglican Bishop of Hertford Michael Beasley discuss.With Ramadan less than three weeks away, British Muslims are preparing for a dramatically different experience during the Holy Month this year. Jehangir Malik, CEO of Muslim Aid explains how his family and his community are adapting to the crisis.Producers: Amanda Hancox Dan Tierney