Yorkshirecast

A year ago two Chinese nationals tested positive for coronavirus for the first time in the UK after falling ill at a hotel in York. The city came under the national spotlight with medics in hazmat suits dealing with early concerns about the new virus. 12 months on and Gemma, James and Tim reflect on the story that radically changed the way we live. They speak to Samara Jones who was the Student Union president at the University of York at the time. She became a key figure in providing information and support to students at the campus.The BBC's Health and Science Correspondent James Gallagher also joins the team to reflect how his team covered the story. If you have a question for the team and want to get in touch please email Look.North@bbc.co.uk and put ‘Yorkshirecast’ in the subject of the email.Sound: Adam CampbellProducer: Louise Wheeler

Gemma, Tim and James speak to Professor Richard Bentall from the University of Sheffield. He is part of a team studying people's attitudes towards lockdown. Professor Bentall also talks about how to be resilient during a pandemic. BBC Bradford's political reporter Aisha Iqbal joins Tim to discuss her investigation into how misinformation is being spread about the Covid-19 vaccine. It's feared that this fake news is leading to some communities to reject the vaccine. And James talks house plants. It's after a letter to the local newspaper wanted to know more about how James keeps his house plants looking so good.If you have a question for the team and want to get in touch please email Look.North@bbc.co.uk and put ‘Yorkshirecast’ in the subject of the email.Sound: Adam Campbell Producer: Louise Wheeler

The team talk to 17 year old Angus and Emily from Harrogate who are in their second year studying for their A-Levels. Both feel that their life is hold as they continue to stay at home and study. And walking enthusiast Andrew White from Yorkshire talks to Gemma, James and Tim about how the outdoors can help when we're feeling a bit down. He talks to the team about great local walks that people can do from their doorstep.Producer: Louise WheelerSound: Adam CampbellDirector: Qendresa Zena

As Lockdown 3.0 kicks in James, Tim and Gemma talk to a Rotherham secondary school Headteacher about the challenges they are facing. What have they done to shift learning online? And Former Times Journalist and Yorkshireman Peter Davenport who now does PR crisis management assesses how the government is handling its communication during a crisis. How does he rate their efforts?Producer: Louise WheelerSound: Adam CampbellStudio Director: Daryl Wintle

As many areas remain in tier 3, Gemma, James and Tim discuss what that means for the region. Pub landlords Ricky and Darren from Hornsea tell Tim that Christmas takings usually keep them afloat until Easter, but now they are diversifying to keep their business running. Thirsk actor Ionica Adriana and Bradford panto legend Billy Pearce share their disappointment about Panto being postponed. And Chris Mason swaps Newscast for Yorkshirecast to reflect on 2020 with James.Producer: Louise WheelerSound: Adam CampbellStudio Director: Alice Hawes

Deal or no deal? The team talk about the latest Brexit developments. We hear from Caroline Flint, the former Labour MP for Don Valley, who lost her seat a year ago. One year on, does she feel that the Labour Party is in a better place? BBC Radio Bradford launched earlier this month. New breakfast presenter Rima Ahmed talks about why the new radio station is important for local communities. And without summer concerts and Christmas events how are Yorkshire's brass bands coping? Alex Parker from the Save our Brass Band Campaign talks to the team about the impact of the pandemic. Producer: Louise WheelerSound: Adam CampbellStudio Director: Daryl Wintle

For most of the region they left lockdown with tougher restrictions compared to when they entered - some businesses are thriving but others are struggling. The team speak to Katrina Pierce from the Federation of Small Businesses in Lincolnshire. Julie Kaye from Springfield Mills in Denby Dale talks to Gemma, Tim and James about how retailers are coping and what they can do to make the most of the last few weeks of Christmas trading.And celebrating 60 years of Coronation Street with former Corrie star and now MP Tracy Brabin. PRODUCER: Louise Wheeler STUDIO DIRECTOR: Elaine Peters SOUND: Adam Campbell

Helen Pidd, the North of England editor of The Guardian speaks to James, Tim and Gemma about visiting Hull and Maltby in South Yorkshire during lockdown, her insights into how people are dealing with coronavirus and the confusion/frustration over tiers.Wayne Topley is Chair of the Leeds Hotels and Venues Association. He runs hotels in tier 3 and tier 2 and talks about the challenges facing hospitality. He also tells James, Tim and Gemma that dancing with chairs will be a 2020 Christmas party must.Producer: Louise Wheeler Studio Director: Alice Hawes Sound: Adam Campbell

Dubbed ' Persistent Pam' by the Prime Minister Pam from Fishlake near Doncaster had her home and spa business flooded a year ago. With flooding and a pandemic to deal with the team reflect on a difficult year for Pam.Grimsby's Zane Powles MBE spent lockdown delivering school meals to children. Gemma, Tim and James talk to Zane about community spirit and the importance of communities pulling together during difficult times.And is Christmas cancelled? The team talk through how they might be celebrating.Producer: Louise WheelerSound: Adam CampbellDirector: Alice Hawes

Hull has had some of the highest infection rates in the country this week. The team take a look at why that is the case with BBC Look North's Health Correspondent Vicky Johnson.Singer and former Hollyoaks actress Twinnie Lee-Moore from York discusses the impact of coronavirus on the performing arts sector. She also talks about how she's spending lockdown and about moving back in with her mum.Former deputy Prime Minister Lord Heseltine talks about the importance of levelling up the north, a single Yorkshire mayor and his spitting image persona.Producer: Louise Wheeler Studio Director: Qendresa Zena Sound: Adam Campbell