Controlling the BBC iPlayer with the Apple Remote

I watch programmes on the BBc iPlayer on my TV sreen by connecting my MacBook to the television. I'd dearly love to control the MacBook using my Apple remote. but it's only applicable to iTunes,iPhoto and the DVD player.
Anyone out there with ideas about a workaround?

If you do not mind spending a few $, you can check out Sofa Control http://gravityapps.com/sofacontrol/overview/
I use it and it works great to fill in the gaps. Feel free to do a quick Google search to see if there are some free solutions. I haven't looked recently, so there may be some new ones out there.
Hope I could Help,
Stephen
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