Leap year

Title

Leap year

Genre

News report; Interview; Vox pop

TX Date

29 Feb 1996

Year of production

1996

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Duration

00:04:08

Description

Nick Wood reports on the customs associated with Leap Year, including people born on 29th February celebrating birthdays every four years and the tradition of a woman being able to propose. Dr John Mason explains why we need a leap year. Speaks to actor Joss Ackland about his birthday. Vox pop with members of the public asking if they plan to propose. Frances Pine of Dateline says women still prefer men to propose.

Contributors

John Mason; Joss Ackland; Nick Wood; Frances Pine

Keywords

Marriage; Customs and traditions; Birthdays; Calendars

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