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items: BBC Three confirms special Doctor Who night to celebrate 20 years of David Tennant in role
items: What channel is Chelsea v Arsenal Women's Champions League quarter-final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
items: Adrian Mole casting revealed for upcoming reboot – and they should be familiar to Alan Carr fans
items: Line of Duty cast: Full list of returning and guest stars
items: Doctor Who icon Christopher Eccleston reveals his verdict on Billie Piper taking on Time Lord role
items: BBC confirms new factual drama focused on the murder of Sarah Everard by Wayne Couzens
items: Classic Doctor Who's discovered missing episodes get release date on BBC confirmed
items: Stefan Golaszewski on Mum, Marriage and Babies: The Radio Times Writers’ Room
items: Babies star reacts to shocking, dark episode 3 moment: "It’s a really honest, difficult thing to hear"
items: EastEnders' Nicola Mitchell issues shock ultimatum to Penny Branning in BBC iPlayer release
items: Pilgrimage 2026 line-up: Meet the 7 famous pilgrims in the cast
items: 5 EastEnders spoilers next week: New mum Nicola Mitchell's heartache as she pushes George Knight away
items: BBC responds to reports it is dismantling 'crown jewel' of live British broadcasting
items: Robson Green confirmed for brand new BBC North East drama series as part of major initiative
items: Babies cast: Paapa Essiedu and Siobhán Cullen star
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items: Hidden Assets star reveals script change after shock season 3 development
items: Harry Potter HBO star compares fantasy series acting to new role in emotional drama Babies
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items: Doctor Who icon Christopher Eccleston reveals what could finally get him to return to the show
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BBC Three confirms special Doctor Who night to celebrate 20 years of David Tennant in role
type: item
date: 2026-03-31T20:07:16.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: Twenty Years of Tennant is upon us!
encoded: David Tennant fans, you're in luck! BBC Three has scheduled a special Doctor Who night to celebrate 20 years of Tennant's Doctor, including re-runs of his return for the 60th anniversary specials. Twenty Years of Tennant is scheduled for Thursday 16 April 2026 and features programming from 7:05pm to 12:30am the following morning. First up are the three 60th anniversary specials – The Star Beast, Wild Blue Yonder and The Giggle – which saw Tennant return as the Fourteenth Doctor alongside Catherine Tate's companion Donna Noble. They're followed by Talking Doctor Who, a documentary that also aired for the sci-fi's 60th anniversary and saw Tennant delving back into the archives to tell the story of the classic era of Doctor Who. Afterwards, the three episodes of the behind-the-scenes show Doctor Who: Unleashed, with episodes focused on the three 60th anniversary specials, will air. Tennant's first appearance as the Tenth Doctor technically came in The Parting of the Ways, which saw the Ninth Doctor's (Christopher Eccleston) regeneration, but his first full episode was the 2005 Christmas special, The Christmas Invasion. The actor has reprised his role multiple times, most prominently for the 60th anniversary specials, but he's also set to return for a series of new Big Finish audio adventures. While some have called for him to return on-screen again, Tennant previously played down the possibility when speaking to Radio Times. "The Doctor’s happy. He is in a garden in Chiswick, being made mac and cheese by Bonnie Langford!" he said, referring to the final scenes of The Giggle. "The door is not any more open than it ever was, because in Doctor Who, if you want to bring someone back, there are endless ways of doing it. It’s very much the end of the story." The celebrated actor also refused to get drawn into hypotheticals of what would happen if Earth were invaded while the Doctor was exploring elsewhere. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on wh…

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What channel is Chelsea v Arsenal Women's Champions League quarter-final on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
type: item
date: 2026-03-31T17:00:31.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC Two
subject: Disney Plus
description: Check out how to watch Chelsea v Arsenal in the Women's Champions League, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: It is advantage Arsenal ahead of the deciding leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The Gunners continued the strong defence of their European crown with a 3-1 victory over their Women's Super League rivals at the Emirates last week, with goals from Stina Blackstenius, Chloe Kelly, and Alessia Russo. It has not been a vintage season for Arsenal in the WSL but Renee Sleggers's side have hit form at just the right time and head across the English capital full of confidence, having won at Stamford Bridge in January. Watch Chelsea v Arsenal on Disney+ Lauren James's curler just after the hour is a lifeline for Chelsea, who will look to make the most of their home advantage and overturn a two-goal lead in West London. Sonia Bompastor delivered the domestic treble in her inaugural season but needs a huge performance from her side to keep their hopes of the club's first Women's Champions League title alive. Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Chelsea v Arsenal on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Chelsea v Arsenal? Arsenal v Chelsea will take place on Wednesday 1 April 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Chelsea v Arsenal kick-off time Chelsea v Arsenal will kick off at 8pm. What TV channel is Chelsea v Arsenal on? You can watch the game live on Disney+ and BBC Two. The Standard with Ads plan usually costs £5.99 a month. The Standard plan costs £9.99 a month and the Premium plan costs £14.99 a month. How to live stream Chelsea v Arsenal online Disney+ customers can live stream the game via the Disney+ app on a variety of devices including most smartphones and tablets as part of their subscription. A host of smart TVs will come equipped with the app, while you can also go via devices such as the Google Chromecast. Fans can also tune in to watch the ga…

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Adrian Mole casting revealed for upcoming reboot – and they should be familiar to Alan Carr fans
type: item
date: 2026-03-31T15:06:47.000Z
creator: Molly Moss
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Adrian Mole is returning to screens in a new BBC adaptation.
encoded: Oliver Savell is set to take on the lead role of Adrian in the BBC’s upcoming reboot of The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13¾. The 10-part series, which is based on Sue Townsend’s best-selling book of the same name, was confirmed in November last year. The BBC also revealed at the time that a nationwide search was under way to find a young actor to take on the lead role – a part famously played by Gian Sammarco in a 1985 adaptation of the novel by Thames TV. Now, The Sun has reported that Savell, who starred as the young Alan Carr in ITV's autobiographical series Changing Ends, is set to take on the role. An insider told the publication: “Thanks to playing a slightly awkward bespectacled Alan during his schoolboy years on Changing Ends, producers could see he’d fit right into the Mole role." The BBC declined to provide comment on the story but Radio Times understands this to be true. The new series, which comes from Ludwig production company Big Talk Studios, is being penned by a writing team led by One Day author David Nicholls. Others set to write episodes across the series include Caitlin Moran and Caroline Moran (Raised by Wolves), Dillon Mapletoft and Oliver Taylor (Everyone Else Burns), and Jack Rooke (Big Boys). The official synopsis says: "It’s New Year’s Day 1981 and Adrian starts his uniquely funny diary about family life and being a teenager before the advent of mobile phones and social media." It continues: "With only a multi-coloured ballpoint pen as his guide, Adrian worries about his spots, his parents’ divorce, the torment of first love and the fact he’s never seen a female nipple. "As Adrian's mother Pauline wrestles with her feminist awakening, his father George struggles with being made redundant in an unforgiving economy. Adrian’s wider world is made up of a host of memorable characters like his 'treacle-haired beloved' Pandora, his take-no-prisoners Grandma and his unlikely friend, the foul-mouthed pensioner Bert Baxter. "This vivid portrait …

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Line of Duty cast: Full list of returning and guest stars
type: item
date: 2026-03-31T14:00:36.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Netflix
description: Your essential guide to the cast of Line of Duty.
encoded: It's official: Line of Duty season 7 is confirmed and on its way, with the cast already emerging for the highly anticipated return of AC-12. Every year, the series introduces a new big-name guest star to act (usually) as an antagonist to Steve, Kate and Ted, and this year, that's been confirmed as none other than Robert Carlyle as Detective Constable Shaun Massie. So far, details of the plot are being kept under tight wraps, but with other names already confirmed for season 7, there's enough to get excited about. Read on for the Line of Duty cast, including the names for the latest season and all previous ones, too. Last updated: 31 March 2026 Full Line of Duty returning cast list Martin Compston – DI Steve Arnott Vicky McClure – DI Kate Fleming Adrian Dunbar – Superintendent Ted Hastings Mark Bonnar – Former Deputy Chief Constable Mike Dryden Owen Teale – Chief Constable Philip Osborne Perry Fitzpatrick – DS Chris Lomax Christina Chong – DI Nicky Rogerson Martin Compston as DI Steve Arnott About the character: Steve Arnott is a dedicated anti-corruption officer, formerly with anti-terrorism, who transferred to AC-12 after refusing to cover up a botched operation. Throughout the series, Arnott has become known for his sharp instincts, unwavering sense of justice, and trademark waistcoats. In recent seasons, his struggles with a back injury and painkiller addiction have added further complexity to his character. Where you’ve seen Martin Compston before: The Nest, Traces, Vigil. Vicky McClure as DI Kate Fleming About the character: Kate Fleming is an undercover specialist and a key member of the anti-corruption team. Renowned for her investigative skills and professionalism, Fleming’s personal life has often come second to her devotion to the job. Her dynamic with Arnott and Hastings forms the heart of the series. Where you’ve seen Vicky McClure before: This Is England, Broadchurch, Trigger Point. Adrian Dunbar as Superintendent Ted Hastings About the character: Ted H…

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Doctor Who icon Christopher Eccleston reveals his verdict on Billie Piper taking on Time Lord role
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date: 2026-03-31T13:29:11.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: "Give it to Billie!"
encoded: Doctor Who legend Christopher Eccleston has shared his support for Billie Piper after the shock regeneration twist at the end of last season. The last episode to hit screens, The Reality War, saw Ncuti Gatwa's departing Fifteenth Doctor regenerate into Piper. She hasn't been confirmed as the Doctor, so many are wondering if there's more going on with her character than meets the eye. Piper made her Doctor Who debut as companion Rose Tyler in 2005, alongside Eccleston's Ninth Doctor. In 2022, Eccleston suggested Piper should take on the role of the Time Lord – and now he's backed her once again. Speaking at the Oxford Literary Festival on 29 March, the actor was asked about his previous prediction and laughed: "Exactly, I'm a prophet!" He went on to say of the role (according to OxfordMail): "Give it to Billie! Yeah, why not? Why not." Piper hasn't given much away about her return to Doctor Who, saying after The Reality War aired: "It’s no secret how much I love this show, and I have always said I would love to return to the Whoniverse as I have some of my best memories there, so to be given the opportunity to step back on that TARDIS one more time was just something I couldn’t refuse, but who, how, why and when, you’ll just have to wait and see." Presumably, fans will get some answers in this year's Christmas special, which is being written by showrunner Russell T Davies. Eccleston and Piper fronted the reboot of Doctor Who together, when the show was brought back to screens by writer Davies. While Eccleston stayed for just one season, Piper stayed for another with David Tennant's Tenth Doctor, and returned for one-off appearances in later episodes. The actor, who has reprised his role as the Ninth Doctor for Big Finish's audio adventures, also recently opened up about what could get him to return to the role on-screen, despite previously ruling out a return to the show. "Here’s the thing: Doctor Who’s written for boys," he responded. "There has never been a female …

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BBC confirms new factual drama focused on the murder of Sarah Everard by Wayne Couzens
type: item
date: 2026-03-31T13:02:28.000Z
creator: Molly Moss
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BBC One
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes writer Jeff Pope is behind the production.
encoded: The BBC has commissioned a new factual drama focusing on the events surrounding the death of Sarah Everard, who was murdered by a serving police officer in London in 2021. The two-part drama, which is currently untitled, “will examine the circumstances that allowed a sexual offender to become, and remain, a Metropolitan Police officer,” according to the BBC. It will also consider “the impact these failings have had on public confidence in policing, particularly in light of the epidemic of violence against women and girls”. Wayne Couzens was found guilty of abducting, raping and murdering Everard in 2021. The series is being penned by award-winning writer Jeff Pope, who has previously turned real-life stories into TV drama with the likes of Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes and A Confession. He also executive produced the BBC’s The Reckoning, which examined the crimes of Jimmy Savile, and ITV’s See No Evil: The Moors Murders, which focused on the murders committed by Ian Brady and Myra Hindley. Pope said in a statement: “Wayne Couzens should never have been a police officer, but opportunities to deny him that privilege were missed. That he was still a serving officer on the night of March 3rd 2021, after committing numerous sexual offences over a long period of time, was a tragedy waiting to happen, and the key question asked by this drama.” Lindsay Salt, director of BBC Drama, said that Pope will "treat this with the utmost care, helping to ensure that the issues that led to Sarah Everard’s murder remain in the public consciousness for years to come, whilst continuing to hold the police to account". She added: “Drama has a unique ability to sensitively and respectfully tackle real-life subjects and this series will explore the impact of this horrific crime, the misogyny and failings from within the Met Police and what lessons can be learnt." Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more …

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Classic Doctor Who's discovered missing episodes get release date on BBC confirmed
type: item
date: 2026-03-31T11:06:09.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: The Daleks’ Master Plan awaits!
encoded: The recently recovered episodes of Doctor Who are coming to iPlayer very soon, the BBC has confirmed. The two episodes, The Nightmare Begins and Devil's Planet, from the serial The Daleks’ Master Plan, will arrive on the streaming service at 6am on 3 April 2026. Written by Terry Nation, the serial starred William Hartnell as the Doctor and Peter Purves as Steven Taylor. It also featured Nicholas Courtney as Bret Vyon, Adrienne Hill as Katarina, and Kevin Stoney as Mavic Chen. The two episodes were discovered by the charitable trust Film is Fabulous in a private collection after the death of its owner, who will remain anonymous. It's the first discovery of missing Doctor Who episodes since 2013. Speaking exclusively to Radio Times, Sue Malden, former BBC archive selector, said: "It's so exciting. I've spoken so many times about Doctor Who and people always ask, 'Do you think there are any more to be found?' "You go from saying, 'I don't know, I think this is the last,' to, 'Well, they were all recorded, so actually they've got to be somewhere,' and then these pop up." She also stressed the importance of the episodes being made freely available on BBC iPlayer. "To us, it's really important, because we know people have collected things, and if they do hand them over, there's a huge frustration that there isn't an opportunity to see them and again for the fans," she pointed out. "So that's quite an important part of Film is Fabulous's philosophy, that if things are found, we try and do as much as we can to make sure they're seen. "So we do put on events where found programmes are shown. This is the first time that something that's been found is being shown on iPlayer and that's absolutely brilliant. "It's really quite an achievement to be able to publicise that these have been found, to whet people's appetite, and then they can see them." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from …

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Stefan Golaszewski on Mum, Marriage and Babies: The Radio Times Writers’ Room
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date: 2026-03-31T09:18:42.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Interview
subject: Video
description: Golaszewski, best-known for his work on naturalistic BBC comedies and dramas, is the latest guest on our interview series looking at the art of screenwriting.
encoded: This article contains mention of pregnancy loss and miscarriage that some readers may find distressing. Welcome back to The Radio Times Writers' Room! This time around, we're welcoming Stefan Golaszewski, the writer behind hit comedies such as Him & Her and Mum, as well as the new emotional BBC drama series Babies. Golaszewski started out as part of the comedy troupe Cowards alongside Tim Key, Tom Basden and Lloyd Woolf, while his first one-off TV pilot, titled Things Talk, was released in 2009. His series, Him & Her, aired on BBC Three between 2010 and 2013, running for four seasons. Starring Russell Tovey and Sarah Solemani, the sitcom followed a lazy couple in their 20s, and before being commissioned was called "basically rubbish" and the worst script one script reader had come across. Proving the doubters wrong, the series was a success, and Golaszewski returned to the BBC in 2016 for a new series, Mum, now on BBC Two. Starring Lesley Manville, the series ran for three seasons and was critically acclaimed, winning multiple awards and being nominated for even more. Golaszewski's first foray into straight drama came in 2022, with a four-part series called Marriage, starring Nicola Walker and Sean Bean. Despite receiving strong critical reviews, the series proved divisive upon its BBC One broadcast – something Golaszewski admits he should have expected, given that he purposefully wrote a show that "goes against all the norms of drama, and does it kind of wilfully and deliberately". Now, Golaszewski, firmly in his drama era, is back with a new six-part series, Babies. Starring Paapa Essiedu and Siobhán Cullen, the series follows a couple in their thirties who are trying for a baby, and experience multiple pregnancy losses and miscarriages. As well as Essiedu and Cullen, the series also stars Jack Bannon as Stephen's best friend, Dave, and Charlotte Riley as Dave's new girlfriend, Amanda. Stephen and Dave's friendship is tested throughout the series, as their lives a…

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Babies star reacts to shocking, dark episode 3 moment: "It’s a really honest, difficult thing to hear"
type: item
date: 2026-03-31T09:00:59.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: "They're flawed and they're irrational, and at times they're really ugly, and at times they're hurtful and cruel."
encoded: This article contains mention of pregnancy loss and miscarriage that some readers may find distressing. *Warning - contains plot details for Babies episodes 1-3* All six episodes of Stefan Golaszewski's new drama Babies are now available to watch on iPlayer, and while it is ultimately a hopeful series, it does tell a hard-hitting, emotional story, and charts some dark territory along the way. The series focuses on Paapa Essiedu's Stephen and Siobhán Cullen's Lisa, a married couple who experience multiple pregnancy losses and miscarriages while trying for a baby. Meanwhile, all around them their friends are having babies, including one friend Nicola, who gives birth to a baby called Alex. At a particularly low point for Lisa and Stephen, as they lie together on top of their bed, Lisa admits that "there's a bit of me that wants Alex to die." Stephen responds by asking, "The baby? You want Nicola's baby to die?", to which Lisa says, "A little bit." Stephen simply says, "Jesus. That's so dark," before Lisa adds, "Yeah, it's really dark." Radio Times caught up exclusively with Essiedu, Cullen and their co-star Jack Bannon, who plays Dave, and asked Cullen about her reaction to the shocking moment when she read it in the script, and what her thoughts were regarding it. "I think what's so incredibly impressive about Stefan's writing is that he has written fully rounded, fully formed characters," Cullen responded. "Even though a writer would normally want an audience to be totally rooting for their leads at all points, what's so gorgeous about what Stefan has done is that they're flawed and they're irrational, and at times they're really ugly, and at times they're hurtful and cruel." Cullen continued: "And as a foil to that, you also see them at their absolute very best as well, when they are totally together and giving their partner exactly what they need. And I think that's what makes them so compelling and hopefully relatable and honest and human. "She really goes there …

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EastEnders' Nicola Mitchell issues shock ultimatum to Penny Branning in BBC iPlayer release
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date: 2026-03-31T05:30:58.000Z
creator: Laura Denby
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Tuesday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: **Warning: Contains major spoilers for the episode airing on Tuesday 31st March which is currently available on BBC iPlayer** Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) was left with a big decision to make as another character learned of her pregnancy bombshell in Tuesday's (31st March 2026) EastEnders. The young mum-to-be was shocked when told that she may have conceived weeks before getting together with boyfriend Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota), who currently believes he's the father. When Penny told cousins Lauren Beale (Jacqueline Jossa) and Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) that she slept with Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) on the day he set off for rehab late last year, and so the baby could be his, Lauren urged her not to bury her head in the sand. But rather than taking a paternity test, Oscar thought it was best to leave things as they were, much to Lauren's disapproval. At her market stall, Penny was flustered when Vinny's mum Suki (Balvinder Sopal) approached with her wife Eve Panesar-Unwin (Heather Peace), making a sincere effort to apologise for her recent behaviour. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Feeling guilty about what she was keeping from Vinny, Penny insisted that hers and Vinny's plans to buy a shop were over, and told Suki to forget the whole thing before rushing away. Suki was baffled, and suspicious enough to confront Penny just as Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) was checking in on her. Coming to Penny's rescue, Nicola took her for mocktails and sensed her unease since her first scan at the hospital, although Penny claimed all was well. Meanwhile, Vinny assumed Suki was to blame for Penny's distress, and when he doubled down on his commitment to her, she opted to keep quiet. As for Harry, he was reflecting on girlfriend Gina Knig…

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Pilgrimage 2026 line-up: Meet the 7 famous pilgrims in the cast
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T23:01:56.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: BBC
description: Your essential guide to the line-up of Pilgrimage: The Road to Holy Island.
encoded: Pilgrimage: The Road to Holy Island at a glance Platform: BBC Two and iPlayer Launch date: Monday 5 April 2026 Last updated: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Pilgrimage returns for 2026 with a new group of contestants embarking on the popular reality series, this time on a journey to Holy Island (Lindisfarne). The show sees seven well-known personalities of different faiths and beliefs set off on a spectacular trail across the beautiful landscapes of North East England. The participants travel on foot and by bus, carrying their own backpacks and staying in a variety of basic accommodations as they explore the lives of early Celtic Christian saints. Here’s a guide to the pilgrims taking part this season. Pilgrimage: The Road to Holy Island line-up Ashley Banjo Hermione Norris Patsy Kensit Tasha Ghouri Jayne Middlemiss Ashley Blaker Hasan Al-Habib Ashley Banjo Age: 37 Job: Leader of the dance troupe Diversity Instagram: @ashleybanjo Ashley Banjo is a practising Christian and the leader of the dance troupe Diversity. He said of why he's taking part: “As a Christian I wanted to do this pilgrimage, to continue my journey of discovery through discussion, by asking questions, and to be asked questions in the context of faith. But I'm also taking part to have a really good hike! “So the pilgrimage to me not only represents the chance to explore my faith and meet some new people in the context of it, but to unplug and go on the walk of a lifetime.” Hermione Norris Age: 58 Job: Actor (Spooks, Cold Feet) Instagram: @hermione_norris Hermione Norris believes the divine can be found in all living things. Speaking about appearing on the show, she said: "Living a busy life, embarking on this pilgrimage allows me this rare opportunity to set aside time to walk, to question and to notice. For me, this is an uncommon gift.” Patsy Kensit Age: 57 Job: Actor Instagram: @patsykensit Patsy Kensit describes herself as a self-proclaimed “a la carte” Catholic. She said: “I’m joining Pilgrimage at a time…

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5 EastEnders spoilers next week: New mum Nicola Mitchell's heartache as she pushes George Knight away
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T23:00:29.000Z
creator: Laura Denby
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
description: It's the moment of truth for Jasmine, while Penny makes a decision about her paternity drama and there is news of Joel.
encoded: As Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) recovers from the birth of baby Ivy in hospital, she is struggling with the situation as co-parent George Knight (Colin Salmon) tries to be supportive. As for Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine), recent news about her pregnancy leads her to a game-changing solution. Meanwhile, Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness) stands trial for the murder of her biological father Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey). Will she face a hefty sentence? News reaches Ross Marshall (Alex Walkinshaw) of Joel's (Max Murray) sentencing, but what does this mean for Ross and Vicki Fowler (Alice Haig)? And things are looking up for Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe) - but will opponent Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) regret his next move? Read on for all your EastEnders spoilers from 6 April to 9 April 2026. 5 EastEnders spoilers next week 1. Nicola Mitchell pushes George Knight away after baby Ivy's birth Nicola is in isolation as she recovers from giving birth to Ivy, and she's increasingly frustrated over not being able to see her baby. While visiting NICU, George is offered skin-to-skin contact with their daughter, but he declines as he wants Nicola to be first. Nicola, however, blames George for the situation, convinced he's been too distracted by Knight Fusion. Nicola is determined to see her little girl, and later she finally holds Ivy for the first time. George watches the touching sight, and tells Nicola he loves her; but she doesn't say it back. Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) hears what happened and urges Nicola not to let her past ruin her future. Worn out and tired as the week goes on, a now discharged Nicola visits Ivy with George, and they struggle to leave her. Eventually, we see Nicola soften towards George. Will they make a go of things, and can Nicola let go of her demons? 2. Penny Branning makes a huge decision to cover her pregnancy secret Lauren Beale (Jacqueline Jossa) gives Penny food for thought over her predicament with Harry and Vinny…

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BBC responds to reports it is dismantling 'crown jewel' of live British broadcasting
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T16:33:33.000Z
creator: Katelyn Mensah
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: The BBC has insisted this will not affect its output.
encoded: The BBC is making cuts to the team that produces the broadcaster's coverage of major national events, including the Remembrance Day service and state funerals. The BBC Studios Events team is behind some of these moments, but they will reportedly now be reduced to a team of just one and freelancers. A source told The Times: "They are literally the crown jewel of live British broadcasting. They would never do this for Premiership football events, so what is it about national life that they don’t value? "Surely this decision must be paused until it can be reassessed by the incoming director-general." However, a spokesperson for the BBC insisted that viewers would not notice a change in coverage. "As a prudent commercial business with a mandate to maximise returns to the BBC, we regularly look at how we're set up and where we can work more efficiently," the spokesperson told Radio Times in response to the reports. "We're proposing some changes that will help us stay strong creatively and continue to deliver a range of high-quality programmes – whilst managing our costs in a challenging and fast‑moving market. "The BBC and its production arm, BBC Studios, remains committed to broadcasting and producing events of national importance including ceremonial and live events." This news comes days after the BBC Board appointed Matt Brittin as the 18th director-general of the BBC. Brittin is the former President Google EMEA and is set to take over the role on 18 May. Samir Shah, chairman of the BBC Board, said: "Matt brings to the BBC deep experience of leading a high-profile and highly-complex organisation through transformation. He is an outstanding leader and has the skills needed to navigate the organisation through the many changes taking place in the media market and in audience behaviours. "Matt’s passion for the BBC, his understanding of the challenges facing the organisation, his commitment to its independence and his determination to maintain the BBC’s position as one …

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Robson Green confirmed for brand new BBC North East drama series as part of major initiative
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T15:32:52.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
description: Green will play Joe Ruby in The Northumbria Mysteries.
encoded: As part of its initiative called the North East Digital Accelerator, the BBC has announced a slate of new commissions and development opportunities in the North East. One of these is a brand new crime drama titled The Northumbria Mysteries and starring Robson Green. Set against the sweeping Northumberland coastline and its surrounding market towns, the series centres on an unlikely crime-solving duo, including Green as Joe Ruby, a jack-of-all-trades whose life has been shaped by mistakes, regrets and missed opportunities. He will be joined in what has been described as a "classic odd-couple pairing" by Oxford-educated DI Rose O’Connell, a rarefied intellectual and deep thinker with a brilliant mind and an ice-cool disposition. Casting to be announced for Rose is yet to be announced. The eight part series, which will begin filming this spring, is set to be produced by Lonesome Pine Productions, a company based in Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne. Lesley Douglas, executive producer and co-founder of Lonesome Pine Productions, said in a statement: "We could not be happier to have Robson Green lead the cast and bring Joe Ruby to life, within the magnificent backdrop of Northumberland. Working with the BBC to realise these characters has been a labour of love." Other announcements regarding the North East Digital Accelerator include the fact that the new adaptation of The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13¾ will be filmed at The Northern Studios in Hartlepool, as well as on location in Hartlepool and Sunderland. Meanwhile, the BBC has announced that two production companies based in the North East region will each make three films for The One Show, and four independent production companies have been selected to take part in the Digital Accelerator. These companies are Adventure Alliance Films, based in County Durham, Film Nova, based in Gateshead, Northern Child, based in Newcastle Upon Tyne and Wander Films, based in Middlesbrough. All of these companies will receive ongoing…

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Babies cast: Paapa Essiedu and Siobhán Cullen star
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T13:30:51.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: On demand
description: Stefan Golaszweski's new BBC series has an excellent cast.
encoded: This article contains mention of pregnancy loss and miscarriage that some readers may find distressing. Emotional drama series Babies, which comes from Mum and Marriage creator Stefan Golaszweski, is now available to watch in full on BBC iPlayer. The series stars Paapa Essiedu and Siobhán Cullen as Stephen and Lisa, a married couple trying for a baby who experience multiple pregnancy losses and miscarriages. Meanwhile, the series also focuses on the new relationship between Stephen's best friend Dave, played by Jack Bannon, and the mysterious Amanda, played by Charlotte Riley. Their burgeoning romance, coupled with Lisa and Stephen's troubles, causes difficulties for Stephen and Dave's friendship. But who else stars in the series, what have they all been in before and who do they all play? Read on for everything you need to know about the cast of Babies. Babies cast guide: Full list of actors Here are the main cast members and characters in Babies – read on below for more info about who they are and where you've seen the actors before. Paapa Essiedu as Stephen Siobhán Cullen as Lisa Jack Bannon as Dave Charlotte Riley as Amanda Zion Veerapen-Bernard as Daniel Simona Brown as Bella Gary Beadle as Kevin Nadine Marshall as Patty Paapa Essiedu plays Stephen Who is Stephen? Stephen is a man in his 30s, who is married to Lisa. They are trying to have a baby. Where have I seen Paapa Essiedu? Essiedu has appeared in series such as Gangs of London, I May Destroy You, The Lazarus Project, Black Doves, Black Mirror and The Capture, as well as films such as Men and The Outrun. He will soon be seen playing Severus Snape in the new Harry Potter series. Siobhán Cullen plays Lisa Who is Lisa? Lisa is a woman in his 30s, who is married to Stephen. They are trying to have a baby. Where have I seen Siobhán Cullen? Cullen has had roles in films including Jimi: All Is By My Side and The Limehouse Golem, as well as series such as Origin, The Split, Dalgliesh, The Dry, Bodkin and Obituary…

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Live rugby union on TV and streaming today: International and domestic schedules
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T11:55:15.000Z
creator: Michael Potts
subject: Rugby Union
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BT Sport
subject: discovery+
description: Your guide to the best live rugby union matches from around the world on TV and streaming.
encoded: Elite rugby is being played around the globe on any given weekend, with plenty for fans to get stuck into. The knockout stages of the Champions Cup and European Rugby Challenge Cup take centre stage this week, with huge games across Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Elsewhere, there is more action from domestic leagues around the world, including the United Rugby Championship. TNT Sports and discovery+ boast the lion's share of rugby union TV rights for the remainder of 2025 and beyond, with PREM Rugby starting up again. Sky Sports will show games from the British and Irish Lions tour and The Rugby Championship between Southern Hemisphere teams, while BBC and ITV will return to show the Six Nations as usual each year. Premier Sports mop up plenty of the remaining action with United Rugby Championship, French Top 14, European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup matches across their channels and online. Radio Times brings you a round-up of live rugby union on TV today and coming up. Rugby union today: What live rugby union is on TV this week? All UK time. Subject to change. Friday 3 April Champions Cup Northampton v Castres (8pm) Premier Sports 2 European Rugby Challenge Cup Connacht v Sharks (8pm) Premier Sports 1 Super Rugby Pacific Crusaders v Fijian Drua (7:05am) Sky Sports RFU Championship Chinnor v Cambridge (5pm) Clubber TV Saturday 4 April Champions Cup Toulon v Stormers (3pm) Premier Sports Bath Rugby v Saracens (3pm) Premier Sports Glasgow Warriors v Bulls (5:30pm) Premier Sports Toulouse v Bristol Bears (5:30pm) Premier Sports Harlequins v Sale Sharks (8pm) Premier Sports European Rugby Challenge Cup Montpellier v USAP (12:30pm) EPCRugby.com Exeter Chiefs v Munster (12:30pm) Premier Sports Benetton Treviso v Cardiff Rugby (5:30pm) EPCRugby.com / BBC iPlayer / S4C Ulster v Ospreys (8pm) Premier Sports Newcastle v La Rochelle (8pm) EPCRugby.com Japan Rugby League One Toyota Verblitz v Spears Tokyo Bay (6:45am) Premier Sports Rugby Super Rugby Pacific Chiefs v Waratah…

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Hidden Assets star reveals script change after shock season 3 development
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T11:05:37.000Z
creator: Abby Robinson
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: "I was like, 'I don't think that's the right reaction.'"
encoded: *Warning: Contains major spoilers for Hidden Assets.* Claire Wallace is no stranger to unforeseen developments in her work for the Irish Criminal Assets Bureau. In the third season of RTÉ drama Hidden Assets, now on the BBC, the detective sergeant follows a trail of €27 million in embezzled funds from Dublin to the Basque Country after an opening scene that immediately throws her on the back foot. As she joins her colleagues in searching the home of Nick Heaslip, the portfolio manager behind the misappropriated funds, he grabs a gun and, despite her attempts to regain control of the situation, takes his own life. It's a horrific moment for Claire, both personally and professionally, as she's put under intense pressure from her superiors while the press begin to circle. But arguably the biggest shock – even more than murder and migrant smuggling – arrives in the final moments of the series. After coming into contact with toxic waste out in Spain as part of the investigation, she has her bloods taken, when is when the doctor informs Claire that she's pregnant – which comes as a complete surprise to her. Speaking about her reaction on first reading the script, Nora-Jane Noone revealed the moment almost played out differently, with Claire originally written to smile when she hears the news. But Noone was unconvinced her character would respond in that way, which she flagged to the producers. "I was like, 'I don't think that's the right reaction,'" she said. "Because in this day and age, people get to have a choice [as to whether they have a child or not]. But even from the point of view of it feeling very conflicting. "Maybe there's part of her that's really happy, but then it's like, 'Oh, I might have to give up this part of my life.' In season 2, there was an agreement with her husband that she would have a number of years to focus on her career, and then it would be his turn, because he had been at home with their child. But she realises how important her work for CA…

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Harry Potter HBO star compares fantasy series acting to new role in emotional drama Babies
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T10:51:10.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: "Whatever realm we're in, we're still trying to hopefully dig into something that feels truthful."
encoded: This article contains mention of pregnancy loss and miscarriage that some readers may find distressing. Before we see him stepping into the Wizarding World in the new Harry Potter TV show for HBO, Paapa Essiedu is first starring in a very different series, the naturalistic BBC drama, Babies, from Mum and Marriage writer Stefan Golaszewski. Essiedu stars opposite Siobhán Cullen in the powerful new drama, with the duo playing married couple, Stephen and Lisa, who experience multiple pregnancy losses and miscarriages while trying to have a baby. Also starring in the series are Jack Bannon as Stephen's best friend Dave, and Charlotte Riley as Dave's new girlfriend Amanda, with their fresh relationship and Stephen and Lisa's experiences leading to a rupture in the friendship. Essiedu, Cullen and Bannon spoke exclusively with Radio Times, and explained how acting in the series, which is intended to be as naturalistic as possible, compares with experiences on fantasy series and other, more heightened projects. Asked whether acting in these varied types of projects is different, Essiedu said: "Yes and no. Obviously, with a show like this, we come into rooms and we try and make them look lived in. The clothes that we wear are humbling. There is such a focus on creating reality, which I suppose is slightly different from fantasy. "I guess in our processes, whatever realm we're in, we're still trying to hopefully dig into something that feels truthful or feels believable and honest. "But the surroundings, and I guess the style of performance or connection is slightly different in the fact that this has got way more of a flow in the wall feel, where the camera feels a little bit more stepped back and observational, rather than the cameras doing crazy drones or whatever. "And I think both require great skill to be able to navigate, so I wouldn't say one was easier or better or anything than the other, but I think we all definitely bought into the overarching question of the way …

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What channel is Wales v Northern Ireland international friendly on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T10:04:55.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC One
subject: BBC Three
subject: BBC Two
description: Check out how to watch Wales v Northern Ireland in an international friendly, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Wales host Northern Ireland on Tuesday evening in what is set to be a sombre international friendly at the Cardiff City Stadium. The pair were hoping to be battling for a World Cup place but defeats in the qualifying play-off semi-finals last Thursday ended their hopes of reaching this summer's tournament in North America. Wales were on course to beat Bosnia-Herzegovina before a late Edin Dzeko equaliser took the game to extra-time and then penalties, where Craig Bellamy's side suffered a gutwrenching defeat. The odds were always stacked against Northern Ireland, who travelled to Bergamo to face Italy and lost 2-0 despite a battling display from Michael O'Neill's young squad. In a cruel quirk of the schedule, neither nation will have long to lick their wounds and must instead ready themselves for a friendly on Tuesday evening. Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Wales v Northern Ireland on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Wales v Northern Ireland? Wales v Northern Ireland will take place on Tuesday 31 March 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Wales v Northern Ireland kick-off time Wales v Northern Ireland will kick off at 7:45pm. What TV channel is Wales v Northern Ireland on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on BBC One Wales, BBC One Northern Ireland, and BBC Three. There is also Welsh language coverage of the game on S4C. How to live stream Wales v Northern Ireland online You can live stream the online match via BBC iPlayer. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Wales v Northern Ireland on radio? Unfortunately this match will not be aired on national radio. Check your local BBC radio station for more information. Advertisement Wales v Northern Ireland odds In working partner…

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What channel is Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia international friendly on? TV details, live stream and kick-off time
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T10:02:19.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
description: Check out how to watch Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia in an international friendly, including TV details, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Republic of Ireland must rally for the visit of North Macedonia in an international friendly on Tuesday evening. Heimir Hallgrímsson's side suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Czech Republic in Thursday's World Cup 2026 qualifying play-off semi-final, which has ended their hopes of reaching this summer's tournament. The Irish raced to a 2-0 lead in Prague but could not hold on to their advantage and lost on penalties – with Czech Republic set to face Denmark for a place at the World Cup on Tuesday. With the nation still mourning missing out on the tournament, Republic of Ireland are back at the Aviva Stadium on Tuesday to take on North Macedonia, who are still reeling from their own semi-final defeat to the Danes. It feels like a cruel and unnecessary time for a friendly but both teams will be desperate to respond to last week's disappointment. Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia? Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia will take place on Tuesday 31 March 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia kick-off time Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia will kick off at 7:45pm. What TV channel is Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia on? Unfortunately, this game has not currently been selected for broadcast in the UK. The World Cup 2026 qualifying play-off finals and some friendlies are available on Amazon Prime Video Pay-Per-View but that does not include Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia. Viewers in the Republic of Ireland can tune in to watch the match on RTE 2. How to live stream Republic of Ireland v North Macedonia online Likewise, this game will not be shown on any live streaming platforms in the UK. Viewers in the Republic of Ireland can s…

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EastEnders airs major paternity reveal for pregnant Penny Branning in early BBC iPlayer release
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T09:48:23.000Z
creator: Laura Denby
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of EastEnders, which airs at 7.30pm on BBC One or can be streamed now on BBC iPlayer.
encoded: **Warning: Contains major spoilers for the episode airing on Monday 30 March which is currently available on BBC iPlayer** Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) realised it's highly likely that the father of her unborn baby is not Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) after all, as she made a big confession to her relatives in EastEnders. As Vinny prepared for impending fatherhood by setting up a meeting with a potential investor for Penny's shop, Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) accompanied her to the hospital for her first scan. There, they bumped into Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) who had arrived to check all was well with her own baby. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Penny was called in by the nurse, who revealed the first image of her child and declared that she was further along in her pregnancy than she thought. Vinny arrived at that very moment, so Penny stifled her shock, and it wasn't long before the couple were revealing their scan photo to their loved ones in The Queen Vic. Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) and Suki Panesar-Unwin (Balvinder Sopal) playfully bickered over which family the baby would take after, leaving Penny overwhelmed. Meanwhile, Vinny, whose meeting with the dodgy investor had been stopped in its tracks by a concerned Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy), told Penny he would be doing everything with honesty for their future. This got to Penny, who escaped to the café alone, where she was found by Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) who offered a few kind words after Nicola's earlier bluntness. Later, Penny was found in the Square by Oscar and Lauren Beale (Jacqueline Jossa), where she unburdened her secret. She had a fling with Harry before she and Vinny got together, so it looked like Harry may well be the father of her baby. Will…

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WSL TV schedule 2025/26: Women's Super League coverage, TV fixtures and live stream
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date: 2026-03-30T09:40:19.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: FA Women's Super League
subject: NOW
subject: Sky
subject: YouTube
description: Your complete guide to watching the Women's Super League in 2025/26, featuring a full TV schedule of games coming up.
encoded: Manchester City have one hand on the Women's Super League trophy but will have to wait until late April for their first title in a decade. The leaders are nine points clear at the top of the table and have a healthy goal difference advantage, with three WSL games remaining, after their 3-0 Manchester derby victory on Saturday. Though the English top flight is now on pause until the final weekend of April, there is plenty of women's football to tide us over – with the Champions League, FA Cup, and World Cup qualifiers to come. Watch every moment with our live football on TV guide Invincibles Chelsea stormed to the WSL title last term as part of a domestic treble but Man City have been the dominant force in the new campaign. Thanks to a new broadcasting deal, fans will be able to watch every single WSL game this season – either on TV or online. Radio Times brings you the complete WSL TV schedule, including every game you can watch live in the UK. Read more: Best women's players in the world | Best women's players of all time WSL TV schedule 2026/26 All UK time. Subject to change. All matches on YouTube, unless specified otherwise. Saturday 25 April Brighton v Man City (12pm) Sky Sports TBC Sunday 26 April Everton v Chelsea (12pm) Sky Sports TBC / WSL YouTube London City Lionesses v Leicester City (12pm) Sky Sports TBC / WSL YouTube Tottenham v Man Utd (12pm) Sky Sports TBC Liverpool v West Ham (2pm) BBC TBC / BBC iPlayer / BBC Sport Website Aston Villa v Arsenal (2:15pm) Sky Sports TBC Wednesday 29 April Arsenal v Leicester City (7pm) Sky Sports Main Event / Sky Sports Premier League Wednesday 6 May Brighton v Arsenal (7:45pm) Sky Sports Main Event / Sky Sports Football Saturday 16 May Brighton v Tottenham (1pm) Sky Sports TBC Chelsea v Man Utd (1pm) Sky Sports TBC Everton v Leicester City (1pm) Sky Sports TBC Liverpool v Arsenal (1pm) Sky Sports TBC London City Lionesses v Aston Villa (1pm) Sky Sports TBC West Ham v Man City (1pm) Sky Sports TBC WSL TV rights 2025/26…

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What channel is Scotland v Ivory Coast international friendly on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T09:23:39.000Z
creator: Ned Holmes
subject: Football
subject: Sport
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC Two
description: Check out how to watch Scotland v Ivory Coast in an international friendly, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
encoded: Scotland close out the March international break by hosting Ivory Coast at the Hill Dickinson Stadium in an international friendly on Tuesday evening. Steve Clarke's side have stepped up their preparations for World Cup 2026 over the past week, narrowly losing to Japan on Saturday, with the start of this summer's tournament now less than two months away. The midweek clash offers Clarke another chance to test out some tactical tweaks and give opportunities to those players who have work to do to clinch their place on the plane. Ivory Coast boss Emerse Faé will be looking to do the same after earning their spot at World Cup 2026 by finishing top of CAF qualifying Group F. The pair will both have sights set on the knockout stages at the tournament in North America, which should make Tuesday's contest an intriguing one. Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Scotland v Ivory Coast on TV and online. Read more football features: Best players in the world | Best players of all time | Live football on TV today When is Scotland v Ivory Coast? Scotland v Ivory Coast will take place on Tuesday 31 March 2026. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Scotland v Ivory Coast kick-off time Scotland v Ivory Coast will kick off at 7:30pm. What TV channel is Scotland v Ivory Coast on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on BBC Two and BBC Scotland. How to live stream Scotland v Ivory Coast online You can live stream the online match via BBC iPlayer. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Is Scotland v Ivory Coast on radio? You can listen to the match on BBC Radio Scotland. BBC Radio Scotland is available on DAB radio or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to BBC Radio Scotland online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app. Advertisement Scotland v Ivory Coast odds In working part…

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The Capture season 3 release schedule: When will episode 5 air?
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T08:15:57.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: On demand
description: Rachel Carey faces a terrifying conspiracy in the techno thriller's latest season.
encoded: *Warning: Contains major spoilers for The Capture season 3 episodes 1-4.* As we head towards the conclusion of The Capture season 3, the latest instalment, episode 4, has seen a number of reveals, as we seemingly get ever closer to finding out the truth about Killian Scott's Noah Pierson and the death of Paapa Essiedu's character, Isaac Turner. Of course, Isaac isn't the only major character to have been killed this season – Ron Perlman's Frank Napier was also shot dead by Pierson in episode 3, as he escaped from his torture and interrogation. But when will the season continue with its fifth episode, and what is the full release schedule for The Capture season 3? Read on for everything you need to know. When will The Capture season 3 episode 5 be released? <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/Holliday-Grainger-as-Rachel-Carey-in-The-Capture-S3-coming-to-BBC-iPlayer-and-BBC-One-in-Spring-2026-291b2ba.jpg" width="7203" height="4802" alt="Holliday Grainger as Rachel Carey in The Capture season 3, stood in an interview room with her back to a mirror, which reflects her multiple times." title="Holliday Grainger as Rachel Carey in The Capture S3 coming to BBC iPlayer and BBC One in Spring 2026" /> The first episode of The Capture season 3 was released at 6am on BBC iPlayer on Sunday 8 March, before airing at 9pm on BBC One later that night. The show has since been following this release schedule for the rest of the season, with new episodes arriving on Sundays. This means that episode 5 will be released on BBC iPlayer at 6am on Sunday 5 April, before airing at 9pm later that day on BBC One. How many episodes will there be of The Capture season 3? There will be 6 episodes of The Capture season 3. This is the same number of episodes as in both seasons 1 and 2, which were released in 2019 and 2022 respectively. Creator Ben Chanan told Radio Times that he started writing season 3 thinking it would be the last run of the show - however, …

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HBO responds to question of a potential Doctor Who partnership with the BBC
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T05:00:32.000Z
creator: Morgan Jeffery
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Exclusive
subject: HBO
subject: HBO Max
subject: News
description: HBO boss Casey Bloys breaks silence on Doctor Who rumours after Disney+ exit — and refuses to rule out a future partnership.
encoded: HBO boss Casey Bloys has responded to reports linking the broadcaster to Doctor Who, following the conclusion of the BBC's deal with Disney+. Disney+ partnered with the BBC beginning with 2023's 60th anniversary Doctor Who specials, followed by two subsequent seasons of the sci-fi series and a spin-off, The War Between the Land and the Sea. It was announced in October 2025 that the deal would not be extended, though the BBC’s director of drama commissioning Lindsay Salt insisted that the corporation itself remains "fully committed to Doctor Who", announcing a 2026 Christmas special from showrunner Russell T Davies. Last month, Salt was asked by Deadline if HBO Max could act as a new streaming partner on Doctor Who, following co-production deals between HBO and the BBC on upcoming series Half Man (from Baby Reindeer's Richard Gadd) and the Michaela Coel vehicle First Day on Earth. Salt did not rule out the possibility, noting that HBO "have been great partners creatively". In conversation with Radio Times, Casey Bloys (chairman and CEO, HBO and Max Content) was asked if he'd be interested in partnering on Doctor Who – and Bloys also seemed open to the idea. "It has not been presented to us," he clarified. "As with anything, I would say 'Never say never' – it's just not something that I know about." The last season of Doctor Who ended on a surprising twist, bringing Ncuti Gatwa’s time as the Doctor to a dramatic close. In the closing moments, the Doctor began to regenerate, only for the new incarnation to be revealed as a shock returning face: Billie Piper. Her brief appearance left fans stunned and set the Whoniverse buzzing with speculation about what comes next... Back in December, writer/producer Davies revealed that he had shared plot details for the upcoming Christmas special with BBC bosses – and apparently what's to come left them "with jaws agape, loving it". View Green Video on the source website HBO Max launches in the UK and Ireland on 26 March. Visit hbom…

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Doctor Who icon Christopher Eccleston reveals what could finally get him to return to the show
type: item
date: 2026-03-29T18:00:22.000Z
creator: Molly Moss
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
description: The actor played the Doctor for just one season in 2005.
encoded: Christopher Eccleston has revealed he would be open to a Doctor Who return – but that he has a very specific condition. The actor played the Ninth Doctor for the series' 2005 revival, teaming up with Rose Tyler (Billie Piper) for a set of adventures. Appearing on a C2E2 2026 spotlight panel on Saturday (28 March), Eccleston was asked whether, given that Tennant had recently returned to the role, he’d ever make a reappearance in the Whoniverse. "Here’s the thing: Doctor Who’s written for boys," he responded. "There has never been a female showrunner of Doctor Who." He continued: "So my dream is this: there was a little girl who was, I don’t know — six, seven, eight — in 2005 when my series went out, and she gets the job, and she asked me back? I’d go back like a shot.” Eccleston has repeatedly ruled out a return to the show. Speaking to Radio Times in 2018, Eccleston spoke at length about how he “lost faith” in the production during filming. “My relationship with my three immediate superiors – the showrunner, the producer and co-producer – broke down irreparably during the first block of filming and it never recovered,” he said. The star declined to return to the series for its 50th anniversary special in 2013 when Steven Moffat was showrunner. Speaking about his decision at Rose City Comic Con in 2019, he explained: "When ['The Day of the Doctor'] came along I did speak to them. I didn't feel that what they were asking me to do did justice to the Ninth Doctor. So I said no." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. In 2021, Eccleston reprised his role for a series of audio dramas produced by Big Finish – a move which left fans wondering whether a 60th anniversary TV appearance could be possible. But speaking during a Q&A as part of Dragon Con, Eccleston denied th…

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Doctor Who's Arthur Darvill on why he, Matt Smith and Karen Gillan would "jump at the chance" to return
type: item
date: 2026-03-29T07:00:28.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Doctor Who Insiders
subject: Exclusive
subject: Interview
subject: Video
description: "We all just bonded so closely and had this mad, shared experience that I think will take us through the rest of our lives."
encoded: "I imbued it with a kind of low-level panic attack the whole time," Doctor Who star Arthur Darvill says of his audition to play companion Rory Williams. "That seemed to work." "My impression of it was that Rory was very much the eyes of the audience, and the person on the outside questioning everything," he recalls "And I just found that really funny, in this show where everything's so madcap, and everyone just goes, 'Oh yeah, well, of course there's aliens here,' to be the person going, 'Well, hang on a minute, what is actually going on? This is really panic-inducing!'" Sitting down for an in-depth chat for Radio Times' Doctor Who Insiders, Darvill looks back on his time as Rory Williams, husband to Karen Gillan's Amy Pond and companion in his own right. He starred on the show from 2010 to 2012, alongside Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor. Before he was cast, he and Smith were already good friends after starring together in the stage show Swimming with Sharks, which made the audition process at least a little less panic-inducing. "I went for a recall with Matt, which was lovely," he remembers. "Then we got a car - because Matt got driven everywhere, very important! We got in the back of the car back to London, and he was like, 'I think you've got a job, mate! It's gonna be great.' "So I got really razzed up about it. He took me to show me the TARDIS set, and I was like, 'I think I'm building my hopes up a little bit too much!'" View Green Video on the source website Of course, Darvill secured the job, but the challenge was only just beginning. He, Smith and Gillan, along with showrunner Steven Moffat, were about to usher the beloved BBC sci-fi into a new era. David Tennant had exited as the Tenth Doctor, with previous showrunner Russell T Davies also bowing out, and all eyes were on what was next. But Darvill recalls being "so protected" from those pressures. "Obviously I was quite nervous because I think I was more nervous as a person back then, but I tried to put that…

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Death in Paradise season 15 finale teases trouble for key character as past resurfaces
type: item
date: 2026-03-27T22:00:00.000Z
creator: Abby Robinson
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: News
description: A storm is brewing...
encoded: Before Death in Paradise season 15 arrived on screens, we were introduced to a new character – and Ginny Holder's replacement – Sergeant Mattie Fletcher, who Don Gilet teased would come with "a little bit of baggage". "There's more to her than meets the eye," he added, though exactly what he meant was kept firmly under wraps. The picture began to take shape in the opening episode, when Mattie was called into Selwyn's office over her "reckless" behaviour during an investigation. It was revealed that an incident during her time working in Jamaica had been noted in her employment file – though the details remained unclear. She also confided in Seb that she had "messed up on a case big time" in her previous role, and mentioned a boyfriend she had broken up with before coming to Saint Marie – but again, she offered no specifics. But in the season 15 finale, it emerged that those two aspects of her life are connected. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/01/Death-in-Paradise-BBC-841e654.jpg" width="4284" height="2856" alt="A woman in a light blue police uniform leans forward with a focused, concerned expression, looking slightly upward. She wears shoulder chevrons and a braided cord, with a bright blue sky and soft white clouds in the background." title="Embargo Date: 20-01-2026 00:00:00 - Death in Paradise" /> While working on the investigation into the death of Giles Parry, whose body was found out at sea, her old boss from Jamaica attempts to contact her. But Mattie keeps dodging his calls, given her reluctance to confront a part of her life she's tried so hard to distance herself from. It then emerges that he's also contacted the commissioner, who takes it upon himself to deliver troubling news: her ex-boyfriend Damon has been acquitted on all counts and is now a free man. Clearly shaken by the development, Mattie tells Selwyn she doesn't want the wider team to know the full extent of her story, and he agrees to keep her secret. Bu…

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Beyond Paradise confirms character exit – with potentially damaging consequences
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date: 2026-03-27T21:00:59.000Z
creator: Abby Robinson
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: "He's put in such a difficult situation..."
encoded: Oh, Humphrey. Just when everything was ticking along quite nicely both at work and at home (except for his houseboat drifting out to sea while he was tucked up in bed with Martha, but we'll move swiftly on from that), the detective was hit with some crushing news in the Beyond Paradise season 4 premiere. Following the exit of Chief Superintendent Charlie Woods (now based in Dartmouth), who had been the Shipton Abbott police team's sole ally at the top, they are once again vulnerable, as Humphrey swiftly learns. After being summoned to The Hub by his new boss Mr Smith, he's informed that funding cuts are back on the table, meaning he has lay off one of Esther, Kelby or Margo. "He's put in such a difficult situation because Humphrey has so much heart, and he's so passionate about his job and about his team," Zahra Ahmadi told Radio Times. "It's so tricky for me to say this, because I have to be respectful towards Death in Paradise, but I think he's really found his pocket in Shipton Abbott. "Perhaps that's also to do with the place he's at with Martha and his relationship, but he just sits really well in the pocket of his life where he's at in this present moment. And to have that compromised in the way that it is is really, really tough for him." But putting aside the emotional dimension of this particular predicament, Ahmadi also raised the point that Esther, Kelby and Margo all have a role to play in keeping Shipton Abbott safe. "I think everyone's so important, and everyone plays their part. And if you remove just one person, you really feel it," she said. "That's often how I talk about a cast and a crew." Read more: Beyond Paradise stars tease Humphrey and Martha’s next chapter – including whether they’ll foster again Beyond Paradise star Kris Marshall reveals which TV detectives helped inspire Humphrey – and that he's only watched Love Actually once The conversation turned to the role of community policing, which is "done with heart" in a way larger operations s…

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Beyond Paradise has asked a question we already know the answer to – but that doesn’t really matter
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date: 2026-03-27T21:00:38.000Z
creator: Abby Robinson
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Comment
description: A storm is brewing for the Shipton Abbott police department… but don’t despair.
encoded: Shipton Abbott police department might be a micro-operation, but underestimate it at your own peril. DI Humphrey Goodman and his three-strong team – DS Esther Williams, PC Kelby Hartford and office support Margo Martins – have pooled their insights and doggedness to become a force to be reckoned with in BBC murder mystery series Beyond Paradise, which returns for its fourth season. Across the show's first three seasons, they've solved a plethora of puzzling – sometimes poignant, at times eerie and occasionally absurd – cases, from a woman claiming she was attacked by a suspect from the seventeenth century, to a man turning up on the doorstep of the police station with a photo of Humphrey and no memory of why he was there in the first place – or why Humphrey. While the DI's left-field sleuthing and keen eye for details others often miss always get their moment in the spotlight, Esther also weighs in with her own crucial observations and is a trusted sounding board for her senior officer. Kelby, who you might initially have thought wasn’t cut out for police work, has grown in stature and is now contributing more than his fair share as the lone bobby on the beat – with the lower-level incidents he’s assigned to often providing a vital piece of evidence in the central case. And it would be total chaos without Margo manning the phones, occasionally chipping in with an invaluable piece of local gossip, and doling out a kick up the backside or some much-needed advice here and there – all of which is on display across season 4. The latest instalment opens with the death of crime novelist Kenneth Linder, who appears to have predicted his own demise – because, it tuns out, he orchestrated it, knowing his daughter would be financially protected if his plan succeeded. With the case closed, the team gathered at the pub to toast a job well done while secure in the knowledge that they’ve got a really good thing going on – both professionally and personally because they aren't just…

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