19/05/2012 BBC Weekend News

Crunch talks at Camp David. G8 leaders stress the need for growth

to tackle the eurozone crisis. They agree austerity alone can't revive

Europe and improve the global economy.

Growth and austerity aren't alternatives. You need a deficit

reduction plan in order to get growth. Tribute force the crew of a

fishing boat that sunk off the coast of Dorset.

Tens of thousands turn out in Cornwall to see the Olympic Torch

start its 70-day journey across the Hip hip... Hurray The Armed Forces

pay tribute to the Queen at a special event to mark her Diamond

Jubilee. And Drogba keeps his head to take

the Champions League final into Good evening. President Obama,

David Cameron and the other members of the G8 group of leading nations,

including the German Chancellor, Angela Merkel, claim to have found

common ground on solving the eurozone crisis, all accepting that

growth can be achieved in tandem with financial discipline and

austerity. But there's one major sticking point. They still differ

on how that growth is best achieved. From the G8 in the United States,

Norman Smith's just sent this report.

The jumpers said it all. A summit where the dress sense of G8 leaders

was nearly as varied as their views on saving the euro.

The hope had been that the relatively informal setting of Camp

David might have helped them to put their differences to one side.

All of us are absolutely committed to making sure that both growth and

stability and fiscal consolidation are part of an overall package that

we all have to pursue. David Cameron and President Obama even

took time out to coordinate tactics in the unlikely setting of the Camp

David gym, pounding the treadmill and repeating their call for urgent

action. Every country needs to have in place strong plans for dealing

with their deficits. Growth and austerity aren't alternatives, you

need a deficit reduction plan in order to get growth, in order to

have the low interest rates that we have in Britain that are vital for

the future of our economy. wonder then there was a

particularly warm welcome for the German Chancellor, Angela Merkel.

German money is regarded as the key to any rescue plan. Perhaps not

surprisingly, Mrs Merkel disagrees. We need both. Budgetary discipline,

consolidation and all efforts for growth at the same time which is

mutually conditional. That means it's important to work on both

parts. All participants made that clear and I believe it's

significant progress. As if to underline the lack of a

clear direction, G8 leaders and their summit communique conceded

that different measures might now be needed in different countries.

We can speak to Norman now. As you mentioned there, there has been

this communique from the G8, but really, is there any more substance

to it than the words on the paper at the moment?

Well, this communique is meant to send a message to the markets that

the eurozone countries are determined to defend their currency

and keep Greece within the euro. But therein lies the problem. It's

a message, it's not an action plan. It's entirely questionable whether

messages, mere words are anywhere near sufficient now to reassure the

markets. It seems to me what this summit has revealed, despite this

compromise communique, is that among the key players, there

remains significant disagreements over how to respond to the eurozone

crisis in terms of what measures are needed, who should pay for them

and how quickly they should be implemented. On that last point,

tonight Government sources are warning that any potential deal on

the eurozone could still be weeks away. The danger there of course is

we know markets tend to deal not inway weeks but days and hours.

Two fishermen are feared drowned off the coast of Dorset after the

body of their skipper and the wreck of their boat were found and the

crew of three have been missing since Thursday when contact was

lost with the boat, p Purbeck Isle. Daniel Boettcher reports. At the

quayside, messages have been left with messages of condolence, some

from friends of the three men, a few from complete strangers. The

Purbeck Isle left Thursday morning, this evening, this town knew they

would not be coming back. Yofrpblgts you hear of maybe one

every few years losing their lives to a fishing incident, but not

three young men at once. The wreck of the Purbeck Isle was

found at the bottom of the sea ten miles off Portland. The body of her

skipper, David MacFarlane, was recovered yesterday. Friends have

started a collection for his family. This guy was the best in this

harbour. That's the truth. 100%. The bodies of Robert Prowse and

Jack Craig have not been found, despite further sichs today.

Earlier, there had still been a hope that the two missing men had

taken to the liferaft of the purr bick isle, but a search by a remote

controlled submersible established that it had not been deployed and

the search was called off -- Purbeck Isle. Investigators will

look at what happened, but in Weymouth, the focus is on

reflecting on their loss. understand that these sorts of

things do happen. It doesn't make it any easier. Basically, everybody

has to pull together and support each other. That's the crucial

thing. Candles have been lit in the church overlooking the harbour from

which the Purbeck Isle set off. The Chinese human rights activist,

Chen Guangcheng, is due to land in the US in the next couple of hours

after being allowed on to a flight with his wife and children by the

Chinese government. Our correspondent, Steve Kingston, is

at new ack airport in New Jersey where he's due to arrive. The cause

of a diplomatic stand-off this one, Steve -- new ark Airport. This has

been a compelling story. The day began in Beijing with Chen

Guangcheng, his wife and two children told by Chinese officials,

pack and quickly. They were then taken to the airport, Mr Chen in a

wheelchair. He injured his foot in escaping from house arrest last

month. When they touched down -- touch down, American diplomats will

pass them into the care of officials from New York university

where from Mr Chen will teach as part of an arrangement between the

two Governments. This is tested super power relations but tonight

Washington and Beijing will be breathing a sigh of relief. For the

Chinese, it's been embarrassing, but by having him come here as a

student, rather than keep seeking asylum, that's face saving and the

Americans can say they upheld his human rights. Seven people have

appeared in court in Northern Ireland charged with terrorism

offences. It follows an vaegtion into dissident republic activity.

There was heavy security in and around Lisburn Magistrates Court

where three of the men, all relatives of Colin Duffy, were

remanded in custody -- it follows an investigation.

At least nine people have been killed in Syria after a car bomb

exploded in the city of Deir al- Zour. Around a hundred people have

been injured. State television is reporting that a suicide bomb

Ericaryed out the attack. Opposition groups are blaming

Government forces. In Italy, a bomb has exploded

outside a school, killing a 16- year-old girl. Several others were

injured. It happened as pupils arrived for Saturday morning

lessons at the school in Brindisi. It's been suggested the local Mafia

is behind it but no-one's claimed responsibility.

The Olympic flame began its 70-day journey around the UK this morning.

The relay was started by the Olympic sailing champion Ben

Ainslie. Robert Hall reports.

He is a triple Olympic gold medal winner. Today, Ben Ainslie became

runner number 001 as the 2012 torch convoy began to role.

This was a day of blue skies and the warmest of Cornish welcomes,

particularly for those who'd been nominated to carry the flame within

their own communities. Runners like Emma Davidson who's partially

sighted, nominated by her son and a star in the streets of new Lynn.

I'm all a bit shaky and excited. -- Newlyn. On a beach with one of the

world's most beautiful views, this village remembered their ancient

past and applauded their sporting present. I'm really excited about

the Olympics. It's a once in a lifetime experience and it's

wonderful for Great Britain. As word spread, the crowds grew.

This was the packed centre of Cornwall's capital. Truro brought

to a halt as the convoy eased its way through.

There were famous faces and new perspectives. Ben Fogle hoisted by

balloon under the giant domes of the Eden Project. And there was

courage, torch bearer Garvey Evans under treatment for a brain tumour

summoning his strength to walk the last few yards. This evening,

across to another historic site and for thousands another historic

moment. The flame burning tonight marks a day when the plans of the

convoy organisers and local authorities have come to fruition.

A day when more and more people came out to cheer local heroes and

sporting heroes. Tomorrow, with 69 days to go, it all begins again.

Pch- And the Queen has paid tribute to

the Armed Forces during a special event to mark her Diamond Jubilee.

More than 2,500 members of the Royal Navy Army and Royal Air Force

took part in a parade through Windsor this morning. Nicholas

Witchell was there. They are Her Majesty's Armed Forces.

They owe their loyalty to the Crown and the Crown in the personal of

this Monarch has always had the keenest of interest in them --

person of this Monarch. From Windsor Castle, 3,000 members

of the Royal Navy, the Army and Royal Air Force marched through the

centre of town to a parade in Windsor Home Park. The military

service of many members of the Royal Family was recalled by the

Chief of the Defence Staff who hinted that Prince Harry may return

to a frontline. Prince Harry's operational tour in

Afghanistan in the Army was a huge credit to him and his success in

flying training means it's likely he'll serve operationally again.

At a drum head service, today's Armed Forces paid tribute to a

Monarch who's been on the throne for as long as most of those

present could remember. Britain's Armed Forces have changed

greatly in the year since the Queen came to the throne. One thing has

not changed though, and that is the high regard in which she holds the

men and women who serve in them. In a speech, the Queen expressed

that admiration. We are very proud of the selfless

service and sacrifices made by servicemen and women and their

families in recent years. Hip hip... Three cheers were given

and a flypast in the skies above from the aircraft which defended

Britain in the Queen's youth to the warplanes of today, all paying

tribute to the 60-year service of their Commander in Chief.

Perfect. Now, it's been a night of hydra that in the Champions League

in Munich. Dan von there with the latest on Chelsea's game against

Bayern Munich and the rest of the sport as well -- Dan Roan.

Thanks, Kate. After coming agonisingly close to lifting the

trophy, they covered above all others four years ago in Moscow.

Tonight was simply the biggest match in Chelsea's history. They

were missing key players through suspension and they had to face the

formidable challenge of playing Bayern, the biggest club in Germany

on home soil here in Munich, as Tim Franks reports, it's gone right to

the wire. The polite fiction is that this

year's final, like all others, was to be played at a neutral venue.

Try telling that to the people of Munich.

All fans travel in hope, but Chelsea supporters carry an extra

burden of history because no London team has ever won club football's

greatest prize. Add to that Munich's formidable record in this,

their home stadium. The Chelsea owner, Roman Ambramovich, has spent

a billion pounds getting here. But for much of the first half, he

could only watch waves of Bayern attacks. Robben came close.

Painfully close. As the second half wound on, so

Bayern's pressure on Chelsea wound up. In the end, it paid off. Muller

only started because other players were suspended, he got the ball

past Cech. Chelseaed that their first corner. That might tell you

something. Drogba predictibly had his own story to tell.

Same box, same player, but this time Drogba gave a penalty away.

Robben had a long time to think about where to put the ball, just

not there. The second half of extra time, a moment for tired legs and

class tans and the most exquisite torture of them all, a penalty

shoot-out against the Germans. That penalty shoot-out continues in

the stadium behind me, hopefully we'll have a result in the next few

moments. Other football news now and West Ham United will be playing

with Chelsea in the Premier League next season after winning the

Championship play-off final against Blackpool in a game known as the

richest in the sport. Rob Heath reports. The promised land beckoned.

One side destined for the fire and brimstone of the Premier League,

but one team's dream would go up in smoke.

Both the sides were relegated from the top division a years ago.

Blackpool had the best early chances, but West Ham's more direct

approach paid dividends. Carlton Cole gave them the lead ten minutes

before half time. Blackpool continued to create the

best chances and finally equalised just after the break. The scorer,

Thomas Ince, son of the former England and West Ham player Paul.

With time running out and legs tiring, it was the eastEnders who

outmuscled the Seasiders, one last push and Vaz Te produced the goal

that's worth millions. For manager Sam Allardyce and West Ham, riches

beyond their wildest dreams. Meanwhile, North of the border,

Hearts are the new Scottish Cup champions. They thrashed local

rivals Edinburgh 5-1 at Hampden Park in Glasgow, the first time in

over a hundred years that the two arch rivals from Edinburgh have

faced each other in a Scottish Cup final, a convincing victory for

Hearts there in the end. Ruern as well of course at

Twickenham today. The Heineken Cup final, the biggest game in European

club rugby, two Irish sides and it was Leinster that triumphed

becoming the first side to score five tries or more in a final --

Rugby Union. They've won it three times in the last four seasons.

They beat Ulster by 42- 22. We are yet to have a result here sadly. It

has gone to penalties, Chelsea's long quest to try and deliver

European glory to their fans and of course to Roman Ambramovich, the

club's owner who's pumped around �1 billion into Chelsea over the last

nine years continues. We shall have a result in the next few moments.

You can see that result and all of today's stories on the G8 on the