Issue 998

 
Sir Chris Hoy discusses the tiny differences that can make a champion, having babies, and why his father is struggling to get tickets to see him compete... 

Also in this week's Big Issue...

Women in politics...

The success of the Welsh Assembly... 

Samira Ahmed on lad culture...

John Bird assesses the power and influence of media ownership...

Actress Janet McTeer in Letter To Younger Self...

In My Week Huw Edwards talks slamming his fists into a heavy bag...

Plus, Iain Banks... the new Louis Theroux show... My Pitch... the week's cultural highlights in your area, Street Lights, competitions and much more!