Ridley season 2: Release date and latest news
Will Adrian Dunbar's detective be back on ITV?
We're heading back to north Manchester for the second season of ITV crime drama Ridley. Adrian Dunbar has once again reprised his role as singing detective Dr Alex Ridley, alongside a number of other returning faces as they investigate a jewellery heist, a body at an illegal rave, and more. Speaking ahead of its release about what makes Ridley such a great watch, Dunbar said: "The great strength of the show is the fact that every episode is different. When you’ve got that feature length format, you can do a little bit more. You can take something that would be a one-hour telly show into a film. "And the whole standalone element of the series works really well, given that we have such different episodes. I think audiences like that. We’re all always in the same locale, but the episodes, and where it takes us, and who we end up meeting changes. "It’s an interesting slice of life." But when can you watch it? Read on for everything you need to know about Ridley season 2. Ridley season 2 release date: When will it air? Ridley returns to ITV1 and ITVX on Sunday 10th August 2025. Ridley season 2 cast: Who will be back for more? The main cast for season 2 is as follows: Adrian Dunbar plays Alex Ridley Bronagh Waugh plays Detective Inspector Carol Farman Terence Maynard plays DCI Paul Goodwin George Bukhari plays DC Darren Lakhan Georgie Glen plays Dr Wendy Newstone Julie Graham plays Annie Marling Aidan McArdle plays Michael Flannery Bhavna Limbachia plays Geri Farman-Hoyle Tareq Al-Jeddal plays Jack Farman-Hoyle Suzanne Packer plays Dr Samantha Larsson John Michie plays Harry Bentham You can also expect plenty of new guest stars, too. Ridley season 2 plot: What's it about? In season 2, Ridley is working as a police consultant alongside DI Carol Farman, who is now manning the ship. Together, they will tackle a "new slate of mysteries, investigating crimes that will take them from the atmospheric British moors to the pulsating beats of an illegal rave", reads the official synopsis. Ridley will be put through his paces as he faces "formidable challenges, working tirelessly to solve the most intricate and perplexing cases". It kicks off with a jewellery heist, before then shifting focus to the body of a woman who disappeared six years ago being uncovered in an area of woodland, the body of the heir to a property empire being uncovered at an illegal rave, and the disappearance of a beloved local wife and mother. Ridley season 2 trailer: When can I watch it? You can enjoy the thrilling trailer for Ridley season 2 right now. Watch it below. View oEmbed on the source website Ridley returns to ITV1 and ITVX on Sunday 10th August 2025. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast. Add Ridley to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-outlook-id="449c28d9-909e-4aab-b6b8-153454f55d5e" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more.
What channel is England v Senegal international match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch England v Senegal in an international friendly, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Thomas Tuchel can become just the third England boss to win his first four games at the helm when the Three Lions host Senegal at the City Ground on Tuesday evening. A victory over the visitors in Nottingham would see the German join Walter Winterbottom and Sven-Göran Eriksson as the only coaches to achieve the feat, but fans will want to see a marked improvement on Saturday's performance. Though England extended their lead at the top of World Cup qualifying Group K with a 1-0 win over Andorra, the players were booed off at the break in what was an underwhelming display. Watch England v Senegal on ITV1 Tuchel is expected to shuffle his deck as he continues to run the rule over his squad with next summer's tournament in mind. Senegal, ranked 19th in the world, arrive in England off the back of a 1-1 draw against the Republic of Ireland. They will be without former Liverpool star Sadio Mané but have players that can hurt the Three Lions, such as Iliman Ndiaye and Ismaïla Sarr. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch England v Senegal 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 England v Senegal? England v Senegal will take place on Tuesday 10th June 2025. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. England v Senegal kick-off time England v Senegal will kick off at 7:45pm. What TV channel is England v Senegal on? You can watch live coverage of England v Senegal on ITV1 from 7pm. How to live stream England v Senegal online You can also live stream the match online via ITVX. The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app. Listen to England v Senegal on radio You can listen to the match on BBC Radio 5 Live or talkSPORT. BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app. talkSPORT is available on DAB radio, predominantly MW 1089 kHz though you may need to check its official website for some localised frequencies for talkSPORT, and like the BBC, you can tune in via most TV packages. You can also listen to talkSPORT online via the website or app. Advertisement England v Senegal odds In working partnership with the Radio Times, bet365 has provided the following betting odds for this event: bet365 odds: England (9/20) Draw (10/3) Senegal (6/1)* For all the latest football odds and more, visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. *Odds subject to change. 18+. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org. Note – The bonus code RT365 does not change the offer amount in any way. Check out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
ITV's Grace books: How many novels are in the Roy Grace series?
The crime drama has returned to ITV to adapt four more Roy Grace novels.
Detective drama Grace has returned to our screens for its fifth season starring John Simm and Richie Campbell, as Roy has had to juggle the arrival of a son he never knew about, all while continuing to fight crime across Brighton. The series has fast become a real staple of ITV's output, and as is the case for its previous seasons, the new instalment will adapt more of Peter James's Brighton-based books. His best-selling Roy Grace novels are each filled with shocking murders and intrigue, also exploring the personal life of the central detective. This new run of episodes picks up after the devastating season 4 finale, which brought the central mystery of Roy's wife Sandy's disappearance to a close. But where will the show go from here, how many more books are there left in the series to adapt, and will the show get through all of them? Read on for everything you need to know about the Grace books. Which book series is Grace based on? Grace is based on the best-selling Roy Grace series of novels from author Peter James (who has filmed multiple cameo appearances across the seasons). Like the ITV show, the series focuses on Roy and his colleagues as they investigate a series of murders in and around Brighton, all while Roy struggles to solve the mystery of his own wife's disappearance. How many books are there in the Roy Grace series? There are currently 21 novels in the Roy Grace series, with another one on the way later this year. There is also one novella in the series which was released in 2021, titled Wish You Were Dead. All the titles for both the novels and the novella feature the word dead and are a maximum of five words long. Here's a full list of the books featured in the series: Dead Simple (2005) Looking Good Dead (2006) Not Dead Enough (2007) Dead Man's Footsteps (2008) Dead Tomorrow (2009) Dead Like You (2010) Dead Man's Grip (2011) Not Dead Yet (2012) Dead Man's Time (2013) Want You Dead (2014) You Are Dead (2015) Love You Dead (2016) Need You Dead (2017) Dead If You Don't (2018) Dead at First Sight (2019) Find Them Dead (2020) Left You Dead (2021) Wish You Were Dead (Novella, 2021) Picture You Dead (2022) Stop Them Dead (2023) <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/They-Thought-Dead-Multi-Million-Superintendent/dp/1529031451/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.F6-e0r0f-0WxGJBOo6m5Jsd59LWkF7rDXEshFymvieZNHvnOfwl9WY93hK47-YR60iyqi3qC_jIXCMSXqTYYvhbZAK3n06XO4TzE_Oq_vA3V2LkT6_KNOXvecJwi3LUMrbCjwDW9qqX7Auz7_hdE3jXYdaApND5S57-k_UyBaSvmc3mfZTsWuz3fRc9_sI621jIAEiZ-h89tMPeXkiXdPxQelNzL-q54dSz47RuOTVI.lutoiVsYqNVg734UU6G38QaoiE6jTG6wpXie1b4sfhY&qid=1743771820&sr=8-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-1630827" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">They Thought I Was Dead (2024) <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/One-Us-Dead-Roy-Grace/dp/1529090016/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.jFJ3xnA24LLpRpGMmSC0EN-tKnG7xJs2JPXzDX7QqAkSb9UZWGnlu3HeqHylAnF1U-dfD336Hu0BS4cKzV3boAuu7zcCyTcrNu8LJWlHasjCbG414iEk3eMuI9p5vSOcYL2hW0rTWJmdaLcThfB1XQ.3FZqAPWMCqWRJzHL4yd88YdM5oCWrLu5WPQXlbr8pkQ&qid=1743771857&sr=8-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-1630827" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">One Of Us Is Dead (2024) Which books are being adapted in season 5 of the ITV series? This year's season is made up of four feature-length episodes, adapting the next four novels - Need You Dead, Dead If You Don't, Dead at First Sight and Find Them Dead. The synopses for each book are as follows. Need You Dead: "When the body of a woman is found, Grace is called to the scene. At first it looks an open-and-shut case with a clear prime suspect. That is, until Grace realises there is a darker, far more terrifying alternative." Dead If You Don't: "Roy Grace is brought in to investigate what seems to be a straightforward case of kidnapping. But, very soon, Grace finds himself entering a dark, criminal underbelly of the city, where the rules are different and nothing is what it seems." Dead at First Sight: "Roy Grace is called to investigate the suicide of a woman in Brighton, that is clearly not what it seems." Find Them Dead: "Grace’s investigation draws him into the evil sphere of an utterly ruthless drug dealer on trial. A man prepared to order the death of anyone it takes to enable him to walk free from court." Meanwhile, a sixth season has already been confirmed, although which books this will adapt has yet to be confirmed. Will the ITV series adapt more of the books? Beyond the fifth and sixth seasons, nothing has been officially confirmed, but Peter James, John Simm and the rest of the show's cast and creatives have expressed an interest in returning for more. The series is notably getting quite close to catching up with James, despite his prolific output. However, it doesn't seem this will be a problem. Simm was recently asked whether he could see the show going beyond the books and telling completely new stories, to which he said: "Yeah, we've all talked about this. Peter's got a treasure trove of ideas, so I think we'll be all right. "And also, we were speaking yesterday about how pleased we are that the show is kind of deviating from the books now, and it has been quietly over the last few years, really. "For instance, Bella Moy dies quite early on in the books, and we kept Bella Moy alive, and various characters are different and storylines are different. So I think that's quite important. "I quite like the fact that people that have read all the books, they get the rug pulled from under them when they think they know what's going to happen, but it's completely different. I quite like that. Because it's a different thing. A book is not a TV show and vice versa. "So, yeah, I'm not really worried about that. I think we've got plenty of cases to solve." James seemed more than happy with the suggestion that the show overtake his novels, saying that "we've got a hundred more cases lined up at the moment". Grace season 5 is showing on ITV1 and ITVX, with seasons 1-4 available to stream on ITVX. 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The Walk-In: Release date and latest news for Stephen Graham drama
Stephen Graham's new ITV drama is based on a true story.
The Walk-In has landed on Netflix two years after it first aired on ITV. The true crime drama tells the true story of Neo-nazi turned anti-fascist Matthew Collins, played by Stephen Graham, examining how Collins worked with anti-fascist organisation Hope Not Hate to send moles – known as walk-ins – into far-right organisations. The Walk-In began airing on ITV on Monday 3rd October 2022, with the series made up of five episodes. Read on for everything you need to know about the drama. The Walk-In release date and how to watch The Walk-In became available to watch on Netflix on Monday 1st December. The drama is also still available to watch on ITVX in full. What is The Walk-In about? The official synopsis for The Walk-In says: "Stephen Graham takes the leading role, of activist Matthew Collins, a reformed Neo-Nazi, now working as a bona fide journalist for the anti-racist organisation, Hope not Hate. "Written by Oscar nominated and BAFTA multi award-winning screenwriter, Jeff Pope, the drama is an explosive state-of-the-world series that explores some of the most critical and relevant issues of modern times including racism, freedom of speech and terrorism. "It’s a thought-provoking, conscience stirring drama which poses timeless questions - What makes people fear and hate those who are different from themselves? Can someone’s view of the world be fundamentally changed?" Who stars in The Walk-In alongside Stephen Graham? Actor Stephen Graham, who is known for films such as Boiling Point and series including Line of Duty, plays Matthew Collins, while the rest of the cast includes actors such as Jason Flemyng (Pennyworth) and Dean-Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones). The series also stars Andrew Ellis (This Is Going to Hurt), who reunites with Graham after they appeared together in This Is England. Here's the full cast list announced so far for The Walk-In: Stephen Graham as Matthew Collins Jason Flemyng as Nick Dean-Charles Chapman as Jack Leanne Best as Alison Andrew Ellis as Robbie Christopher Coghill as Chris Shvorne Marks as Brenda Bobby Schofield as Matt The Walk-In trailer You can watch the full trailer for The Walk-In right here, now. View oEmbed on the source website The Walk-In is available to watch on Netflix – sign up from £4.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. The drama is also available to watch on ITVX. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guideto find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Midsomer Murders cast: Meet the characters in Dressed to Kill
Get reacquainted with the main characters of Midsomer Murders – and meet the guest stars for brand new episode Dressed to Kill.
Midsomer Murders returns to our screens on Sunday 10th November with a brand new episode, Dressed to Kill, which revolves around a dominoes competition and a charity drag queen extravaganza. The two events are being held on the same night in the village of Elverton-cum-Latterly, which creates tension – and in typical Midsomer Murders fashion, turns deadly. When a body is discovered after the unsuspecting victim was whacked with a pink stiletto before being choked to death by a corset, it's up to the lead detective duo to find out who's responsible before anybody else gets hurt. Neil Dudgeon and Nick Hendrix return as John Barnaby and Jamie Winter alongside a number of other familiar faces, and a number of shiny new guest stars. Read on for everything you need to know about the cast of Midsomer Murders. Midsomer Murders cast Here is the main cast for Midsomer Murders. Read on to learn more about the actors and the characters they play, as well as upcoming guest stars. Neil Dudgeon plays DCI John Barnaby Nick Hendrix plays DS Jamie Winter Fiona Dolman plays Sarah Barnaby Annette Badland plays Fleur Perkins Neil Dudgeon plays DCI John Barnaby Who is DCI John Barnaby? The younger cousin of DCI Tom Barnaby, Midsomer's original star. Once Tom retired, John was transferred from Brighton Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to Causton CID to step into the role. Despite the local murder rate, John Barnaby lives a comfortable life in Midsomer with his wife Sarah, their young daughter Betty and their dog, Paddy. What else has Neil Dudgeon been in? Before he replaced Midsomer Murders star John Nettles in the lead role in 2011, Neil Dudgeon played Jim Riley in the TV series Life of Riley, and also appeared in The Nativity, Silent Witness, Most Evil, Roman's Empire, Son of Rambow, and Messiah: The Harrowing. One little known fact: Dudgeon was the taxi driver in Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason who took Bridget (Renée Zellweger) to meet Mark Darcy (Colin Firth) near the end of the film. Nick Hendrix plays DS Jamie Winter Who is DS Jamie Winter? Detective Sergeant Jamie Winter is John’s right-hand man. He’s young, keen and smart and has a strong relationship with his boss. Jamie has had a string of predecessors as DS, but since joining the show in 2016 he has been determined to make his mark. What else has Nick Hendrix been in? The actor starred as Billy Wallace in the first season of Netflix's The Crown, and played Adrian Cooper in ITV's Marcella. He has also appeared in films Suffragette and Legend, and in sci-fi series Black Mirror. Fiona Dolman plays Sarah Barnaby Who is Sarah Barnaby? Sarah Barnaby is John’s wife. They have one daughter together, Betty, and a dog called Paddy. Mrs Barnaby is the headteacher of Causton Comprehensive School. What else has Fiona Dolman been in? Fiona Dolman played Jackie in the TV series Heartbeat. Since then, her TV credits have included The Royal Today, Da Vinci's Demons, and Waterloo Road. Annette Badland plays Fleur Perkins Who is Fleur Perkins? The formidable pathologist "doesn't suffer fools gladly" and has a sense of humour, deliberately ruffling feathers. She has a colourful past that includes many husbands and lovers, and she drives a swanky black Jaguar convertible. What else has Annette Badland been in? With more than 150 acting credits to her name, Annette Badland is perhaps best known for starring as Babe Smith in EastEnders. You may also recognise her for playing Mrs Fitzgibbons in Outlander, Holodora in The Sparticle Mystery, Mrs Wigmore in Man Down, Margaret Blaine in Doctor Who, Brawdie Henshall in Cutting It, the pub landlady in Ted Lasso, and Nanny Bingo in Big Boys. Midsomer Murders: Dressed to Kill guest stars Clare Hingott (Stella) as Lois Springfield Ace Bhatti (EastEnders, Line of Duty) as Dickie Dent Suzanne Packer (Casualty, Brookside) as Olivia Dent Nigel Lindsay (Victoria, Four Lions) as Nigel Bellamy Stewart Wright (Doc Martin) as Shawn Dawlish Nichola McAuliffe (Surgical Spirit) as Norinda Bellamy Other lesser known guest stars include: Tessie Orange-Turner (The Other One) as Evelyn Hardy Baxter Westby (Casualty) as Rocco Templeton LJ Johnson (Tell Me Everything) as Chantelle Dawlish Sophie Stone (Shetland) as Gill Templeton Felix Kai as Malik Payne Midsomer Murders airs on ITV1 and ITVX at 8pm on Sunday 10th November. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
DI Ray ending explained: What happened at the end of season 2?
DI Ray was once again put through her paces in the ITV crime drama's second season, which revolved around the murder of a high-profile criminal and the subsequent turf war that was brewing on the streets of Birmingham. But Ray also had her sights set on exposing the institutional racism within the force, at the forefront of which was Superintendent Ross Beardsmore, who had had it in for her from the moment he first laid eyes on the DI. Speaking about bringing the show back for another outing, creator and writer Maya Sondhi told RadioTimes.com: "The biggest challenges were, A, how to get her back into work, because obviously how it ended was pretty final. "So it was like, how do we get her back in where people will believe that she really wants to be there, and also how to tie in everything that's happened to her. We can't just forget that, that's part of her trauma. "But also, the USP of the show is that it dealt with race and microaggressions and identity in the first series, so you can't just forget that, because the reason that ITV wanted it was because of those reasons. "So it was trying to find the line between the two, so that we can still get a really good crime story that will hook people for a second series and have her back properly policing, but still dealing with her emotional trauma." Read more: DI Ray is trying to keep her head above water after devastating discovery, says Parminder Nagra DI Ray creator wanted to avoid female detective "trope" But after six gripping episodes, how did everything play out? Read on for a full rundown of what happened in the finale of DI Ray season 2 - but beware of spoilers. DI Ray season 2 ending explained Who killed Frank Chapman? And why? Frank Chapman was killed by his granddaughter Amy. After he had subjected her to sexual abuse for a number of years, she was terrified that he would soon turn his attention to her younger sister, as he did with the 15-year-old daughter of Lou Kirby, a former friend who was also suspected of his murder. Lou's daughter was so traumatised by her ordeal, she took her own life. Determined to stop him from hurting her sibling, Amy confronted Frank with a gun. She had no intention of killing him, but he then moved towards her and a struggle ensued, which is when the gun went off. Frank's daughter Suzie was in Spain at the time, but when she returned, her brother Dave, Amy's dad, convinced her that Rav Mochani was responsible, which resulted in him being kidnapped as revenge. But Suzie eventually pieced together the truth, and she could now receive 14 years in prison for assisting an offender. Amy was charged with attempted murder, but there's a chance she’ll receive a non-custodial sentence given her extenuating circumstances. Who was Sajna, the girl in the photo? Sajna had been trafficked from India by Rav Mochani. He knew that counsellor Amara Choudhry's daughter had kidney failure, and there was a high probability that she wouldn't receive a transplant in time. So in exchange for a highly-lucrative council contact, he brought Sajna into the country, and the operation was scheduled to take place at a private clinic. Frank then discovered what Rav had done and sent him a photo of Sajna to blackmail him into bringing more children into the UK, but this time for sex trafficking. But Sanja was spared that fate, and is now living with a foster parent while she waits for her official adoption to be processed. What happened to Superintendent Ross Beardsmore? Following her return to work, DI Ray had been compiling a dossier to build a case against the force, with a particular focus on Superintendent Ross Beardsmore, but she needed more than his coded remarks to bring him down. Fortunately, DS Clive Bottomley held the smoking gun: an offensive police WhatsApp group, which Beardsmore was an active participant in via a burner phone, which he kept in his car. He initially refused to cooperate with Ray and Bottomley when they confronted him in the station car park, instead marching them into DCI Kerry Henderson's office, where he "advised" her to deal with their "misconduct". But rather than bending to his will, as she might previously have done, Henderson contacted professional standards. Beardsmore would be arrested for malicious communications and perverting the courts of justice and was ordered to hand over his burner phone. Following that, he was suspended with immediate effect and an internal investigation was to be carried out. Henderson, who was planning to move to another constabulary, now has her sights set on Beardsmore's job. Elsewhere, Ray and Bottomley were back on track after she discovered that he hadn't contributed to the WhatsApp group after being randomly added. Ray and Liam's relationship was also back on good terms after she learned that Beardsmore had twisted the DC's words of concern regarding Ray into a formal complaint. And as for Ray's personal life, she is now dating newcomer DI Patrick Holden. Here's hoping he's not another DCI Martyn Hunter... DI Ray season 1 ending explained Who was the killer? Magnus Tranter, who was involved in drug and people trafficking, was behind all of the killings. He was a "foot soldier" in a global operation, which the police were investigating with the help of Imran, who was an informant. Following his murder, Imran's girlfriend Anjuli was also killed. She organised a meeting with Ray under the cover of darkness to share her intel, but Magnus appeared, knocking the detective unconscious and apprehending Anjuli. He drowned her in a bath before transferring her to the canal in an effort to make it look like she had taken her own life, but that was discredited by the police. As the investigation continued, the police were led to a container park where a number of Vietnamese people were discovered inside one of the crates, 15 of whom died. The driver of the lorry who transported them into the region was Karl Shaw, who was hit at speed by a car being driven by Tranter and killed outright. The next evening, Tony was gunned down by Tranter on Ray's doorstep. He had popped over to drop off some food, with the pair sharing another kiss following their night of passion, but that would be the last time they spoke. Prior to that harrowing moment, it had long been apparent that Ray was being monitored. Was it Tranter flying solo? Or was he being given key intel from someone close to her? Before Tony was killed, we were given the answer. It was Ray's fiancé DCI Martyn Hunter who was feeding Tranter information. Back in 2007, there was an armed robbery on a brothel, but the police managed to intercept it. Martyn was involved in that operation and he used his influence to take advantage of the situation. One of the women who had been trafficked by the group and forced into sex work was 15-year-old Sumaira Kumara. She was informed by her bosses that she had caught Martyn's eye and was told that if she had sex with him, she would be allowed to leave, with money and her passport in tow – an offer she couldn't refuse. Sumaira complied and the evidence was captured on CCTV and used to blackmail Martyn, who claimed that he thought she was 19 – as if that defence was sufficient justification for his actions. If Martyn refused to assist the organised crime group with its business dealings, they would expose his crimes. Rather than take accountability for his actions, Martyn chose to remain in the OCG's pocket, along with a number of other officers, who weren't named. When Ray discovered Martyn's involvement, she drummed up a ploy to bring both him and Tranter to justice. During once exchange between the pair, she voiced her frustration that police intelligence were refusing to let her meet with the controller of Imran's handler. On hearing that, Martyn sent a text to Ray in which he posed as the controller and offered to talk to her. Martyn was confident that he was one step ahead of his partner, but Ray, as ever, was well ahead of his game. On meeting in a hotel room, Martyn demanded that she return the tape detailing his crimes, but Ray refused. Waiting outside was Tranter, who grabbed Ray and attempted to force her into his vehicle as her husband-to-be looked on. But just in the nick of time, the cavalry arrived, with both men arrested. But despite her sterling police work, Ray was not rewarded for her efforts. She's informed that she will now need to be investigated given that the man she was once going to marry was corrupt, which she readily accepted. But the superintendent then went on to discuss her "interpersonal issues with management" – Ray and DCI Kerry Henderson had a frosty relationship throughout – and the allegation of bullying that was made against her by another officer. Despite a solid defence for all of her behaviour, both Ray and her team were taken off the investigation, despite the fact that they had made start on uncovering a modern slavery ring operating in the area. "Part of this is on us," said the superintendent. "I'm afraid we failed you. I was under pressure to appoint you due to the ethnic needs of the case. But, as a result, we put you in a position where you were out of your depth. You simply weren't ready." Her boss went on to inform Ray that he was waiting for the go ahead to suspend her from the investigation and with that, her services were no longer required, for now at least. The crime drama is in a prime position to return for season 2, but it remains to be seen whether Ray will retain her DI status or be shoved down the pecking order. With a number of corrupt officers dotted throughout the force, not to mention the daily prejudice she has to endure, she's certainly got a fight on her hands. DI Ray season 2 began on ITV1 on Sunday 20th October at 9pm, with subsequent episodes following across the week. All six episodes also dropped on ITVX on 20th October. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Coronation Street reveals first look at John Thomson's return - as he hides secret motive
Jesse's return certainly ruffles a few feathers...
Coronation Street looks set to deliver the drama next week as Jesse Chadwick, played by comedian and actor John Thomson, returns to the cobbles. Jesse, who was last seen on the ITV soap back in 2010, arrives back in Weatherfield just as his ex Eileen Grimshaw returns from Thailand. Eileen is shocked to see him, but even more stunned when he reveals he hasn’t come to see her, but rather her neighbour and nemesis Gail Rodwell, who he met while travelling a few years ago. Jesse claims that, having heard about Gail’s granddaughter Bethany’s cosmetic surgery nightmare, he’s come to check how the family's doing, but is there more to Gail and Jesse’s friendship than meets the eye? In a Q&A ahead of the scenes, Thomson spoke about returning to the cobbles after 15 years. Were you happy to get the call to return to Coronation Street? John Thomson: "I was really happy to get the call, it was always a case of never say never, but it came in between jobs for me so the timing was perfect. "I have a young daughter so I don’t like to travel too far from home and although the last time I was in the show was 15 years ago it has felt like meeting up with an old friend you haven’t seen for a long time and the years just melt away." What is it that you like about the character of Jesse? JT: "What I like is the way he’s changed. The old adage says, never work with children and animals, well Jesse was a children's entertainer that had a talking parrot! "He was also a spark so I always thought that might be the end of him, disposed of in an electrical accident, but that never manifested and it was actually his romantic misdemeanours that led to his exit. "So it’s quite a relief not to have to deal with children and animals this time." How much has he changed over the years? JT: "He always had a bit of a cowboy, country and western type look, his name is Jesse James Chadwick. But he’s smartened himself up a bit now, his look has changed and I’ve got rid of those boots that really hurt me so that’s a relief! "He’s still got a great sense of humour though and there’s some nice comedy to be played. It's a joy to be given stuff that's sometimes dramatic and sometimes humorous, it's really nice to get to play both sides." Do we have any idea what Jesse has been up to over the last 15 years? JT: "Well he did remarry, but that didn’t work out. He was also badly let down by a friend which culminated in him being left in some dire circumstances. "So as a means to reinvent himself he started to travel the world to, as they say, find himself." Last time he was in Weatherfield he was in a relationship with Eileen, who spots him as soon as he climbs out of the taxi. Is he prepared to see Eileen and is he back with any interest in rekindling their relationship? JT: "No he’s not really prepared to see Eileen after things ended so badly between them. When Jesse left he’d been spreading his bets over two sisters, which is slightly morally bankrupt to say the least. "He’s changed dramatically because he’s very remorseful for that behaviour, so for him to think that Eileen would even contemplate having him back after he made a play for her sister is not on his radar. "I don't think the new Jesse could possibly entertain that there would ever be anything with Eileen again because of his actions in the past." So if he's not back for Eileen, why is he back? JT: "He met Gail in Thailand, he's heard about Bethany and he’s very worried. So on his travels he’s returned via Weatherfield to check on Gail, because they've stayed in touch via email. "He’s heard all about Bethany and he’s very concerned for Gail." The Platts are totally baffled by Jesse's arrival, how do they react to him suddenly appearing and showing concern? JT: "So two like him and two hate him! Shona and Nick are prepared to give him the benefit of the doubt, whereas David and Sarah are absolutely not, it’s just total mistrust from the start. "There is the thinking that they need a decent man in their lives, but as soon as David lists all Gail’s previous it's no wonder that there is a mistrust, because Gail’s sense of judgement over men has been very poor. Really Shona and Nick are very generous in their offer to wipe the slate clean and see what Jesse might be like given Gail's history. "Jesse’s going to have to work really hard to get David and Sarah on his side and see he is just a friend who cares about Gail because there's a real sense of mistrust about his motives." How are you finding working with the Platt family? JT: "I was a bit shell shocked when I first came in because I’d forgotten the speed of the turnaround so it was an absolute baptism of fire. But everyone in the Platts has made me feel so welcome. "I just feel secure and proper looked after. Helen and I are absolutely thrilled to be working together, everyone’s good company and there’s always fun to be had on set with the Platts which is great. "It was a bit like crank handle starting a car after all these years but the laughs have got us through. Ben said to me ‘you do know we’re all always word perfect don’t you’ and I thought oh no, but thank god he was winding me up. "My ability to learn lines at speed is getting better and better again so it’s not as daunting as it was. And I’m sharing a dressing room with Joe (Duttine) which is great, he’s a really good guy, we get on really well and we’re both the same juggling childcare and getting on with the job." Read more: Coronation Street's Alison King on Carla and Swain's charged moment: 'It takes them by surprise' Coronation Street's Bethany suffers perforated bowel in cosmetic surgery story Coronation Street's Joel is finally charged as Lisa Swain reveals damning evidence Visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
When is the My Mum, Your Dad season 2 release date? Latest news
The latest news on My Mum, Your Dad season 2.
Forget Love Island – there's a new dating show that has captured the nation's hearts. My Mum, Your Dad takes a number of single parents of a certain age and puts them in a luxury country house retreat in order to get a second chance at love. But as is the case with reality shows these days, there's a twist. These singletons' children will be watching their parents' every move from The Bunker without the parents realising, which will no doubt lead to moments of heart, shock, and just plain awkwardness for both the parents and their children. Read on for all we know so far about ITV's My Mum, Your Dad season 2. When will the My Mum, Your Dad season 2 release date be? After a successful first season, the Davina McCall-fronted reality show is returning to ITV for another 10-episode edition in early 2024. As with season 1, it's expected to be back for hour-long shows airing over a two-week period as the singles experience the dizzying highs and lows of finding love a second time. While the exact release date is yet to be confirmed, My Mum, Your Dad season 2 is expected to air early sometime in 2024. Who will be the My Mum, Your Dad season 2 host? Big Brother's Davina McCall will be back to host another season, and we couldn't be more excited – the show just wouldn't be the same without her. Read more: Who could be in Love Island All Stars 2024 cast? Latest rumours Meet the cast of ITV's My Mum, Your Dad With an all-new My Mum, Your Dad season, it makes sense for there to be a fresh batch of singletons looking for that special someone. We imagine the cast will be unveiled closer to the time in 2024, so be sure to keep checking back here for updates! Is there a My Mum, Your Dad season 2 trailer? Not yet! Be sure to bookmark this page though, because when the trailer comes out, you'll be able to find it here. Once the trailer drops, we'll be able to get a proper look at the new cast and see what My Mum, Your Dad season 2 will look like. My Mum, Your Dad season 2 will air on ITV1 and ITVX in 2024. Looking for something else to watch? Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is David Salako? Meet Love Island 2023 bombshell and money adviser
David promises to bring “nothing but good fun" to the villa.
Brace yourselves for more drama: Love Island 2023 is introducing two new bombshells to shake things up in the villa. David Salako from Essex is one of two new contestants set to arrive on the popular ITV2 reality dating show alongside Zara Deniz Lackenby-Brown. The duo's entrances were teased in a dramatic clip at the end of Tuesday night's episode (17th January). They'll be ruffling the feathers of the Love Island line-up, which includes PE teacher Kai Fagan, financial adviser Ron Hall and farmer Will Young. A money adviser from Essex, David has promised to bring “nothing but good fun, vibes” to the villa, but will he last long on the show? Read on for everything you need to know about Love Island 2023 bombshell David. David Salako – key facts Age: 24 Job: Money Adviser Is David on Instagram? Yes, you can follow David on Instagram via @DavidSxalako. The contestant has just over 3,000 followers at the time of writing, which is likely to rise during his time in the Love Island villa. However, David’s social media accounts will be going quiet while he’s in the villa thanks to the show’s new duty of care rules, which prohibit posting from contestants' pages while they appear on the show. The new measure is designed to "protect both the islanders and their families from the adverse effects of social media". View oEmbed on the source website What is David looking for in a partner? We’ll have to wait until David walks into the villa to learn more about his criteria for a potential partner, but we do know that his celebrity crush is Megan Fox and his ideal first date would be “a museum, an art gallery, maybe do some wine tasting after and some dinner”. What’s more, judging from his worst date story, he’s looking for a laid-back partner. “I met someone through an app, she was messaging me all the time,” he recalled. “When I met her, she said, ‘I’ve been down your social media followers, you follow a lot of girls. Do you know all of these girls? If I was in a relationship with someone, I wouldn’t want them following that many girls.’ I said to her, ‘This is a bit too much for me.’” Speaking about why he thinks he's single, David added: "I’m very picky - I haven’t met the right one yet." He continued: "The person you’re going to meet is never going to be perfect, but I’ve got my standards, yeah." View Green Video on the source website Previous seasons of Love Island are available on BritBox – you can sign up for a 7-day free trial. Love Island will return to ITV2 and ITVX on Monday 16th January 2023 at 9pm. If you're looking for something to watch, check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide. Visit our Entertainment hub for all the latest news. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Why is Doc Martin ending? Everything you need to know as show finishes
After 10 seasons, the medical comedy-drama is coming to an end.
The Doc Martin Christmas special 2022 will be the final ever episode of the long-running ITV drama starring Martin Clunes as TV's grumpiest medic GP Martin Ellingham. The series first arrived on our screens in 2004 and has 78 episodes to its name, with episode 79, Last Christmas in Portwenn, the last opportunity audiences will have to sit down with the doc. Other regular cast members include Caroline Catz as Martin's wife Louisa, Ian McNeice as plumber and businessman Bert, Joe Absolom as Bert's son Al and Selina Cadell as Sally the pharmacist, among others – all of whom will be missed just as much as the titular character. "We have loved making nine series of Doc Martin," said Clunes and producer Philippa Braithwaite in a statement: "When we launched the series in 2004 we could never have imagined how much our loyal viewers would take to the grumpy Doc like they have. "The series has avid fans both in the UK and throughout the world and we are thrilled that Doc Martin has topped the ratings every time. However, after sixteen years we now feel that the time has come to say goodbye to Portwenn. We will be making the tenth and final series in 2021 and we are very much looking forward to returning to Cornwall to film it." Read on for everything you need to know about why Doc Martin is coming to an end now. Why won't there be a Doc Martin season 11? It seems that the main reason the series is coming to an end, based on comments made by star Clunes, is simply because the story has run its course. Clunes said in 2020, while speaking on Loose Women: "All good things have to come to an end. And I’m sure there are lots of people who aren’t fans of the show who think it’s terribly repetitive anyway, but we’re at huge pains not to repeat ourselves. I just think we’ve sort of done everything. I mean, it would be so great to just sort of carry on, but I don’t think we can keep it as good." As the show is semi-procedural, with new medical cases and conditions each week, it's perhaps no surprise that after almost 80 episodes, fears of repetition could creep in. However, Clunes added that "we’ve got such a lovely cast, and it’s been 16 years. We all sort of bump into each other’s children every two years and watch them growing up and flourishing." More recently, in January 2022, Clunes said on Lorraine: "I mean it is sad, but it's not really. It's the right time. I think everyone will probably appreciate it is time to finish. But it feels like a really good time to finish." Fans already mourning the loss of the series should take heart in the knowledge that Clunes seems pleased with the show's ending. Last week, he said on Good Morning Britain that the season "really builds to a terribly dramatic conclusion, really dramatic. Then the series finishes and then a few weeks later we have our Christmas episode." What have the rest of the cast said about the show's ending? Caroline Catz, who plays Martin's wife Louisa, recently said: "The final readthrough was quite emotional. It was the first time we had all been together in one room, rather than over Zoom. There has not been any personal readthroughs for so long. I am finding it really hard to say goodbye to it, and to really absorb how many years it has actually been." Meanwhile, Jessica Ransom, who plays Morwenna, said ahead of filming her final scenes: "I am going to be an absolute mess. I don't really know - it is so weird, you think it is just a job, it is just ending, the people are still here and the place is still here. "But I got sad when I did my last scenes in previous series I suppose because we haven't necessarily known that it was coming back. But it does feel very different this time, it feels very final, so it's going to be a tough day." She also revealed that "the last scene is all of us together". Get the tissues ready... The final episode of Doc Martin airs Christmas Day at 9:05pm on ITV1. The show is available to stream on BritBox and you can sign up for a 7-day free trial. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Stephen Reid almost drugs mum Audrey in vile Coronation Street scenes
Killer Stephen Reid sunk to another low as he attempted to convince his family that mother Audrey Roberts was drinking again when she wasn't.
Murderous Stephen Reid continued his reign of terror in Coronation Street tonight. The killer took the life of Leo Thompkins in September but continues to cause trouble on the cobbles - particularly for mum Audrey. The financially-challenged businessman was seen on Tuesday night's episode (29th November 2022) working his job as a takeaway delivery man when he was confronted by his nasty old acquaintance Drake who mocked his new job. In response, Stephen (Todd Boyce) quit his job swiftly and quickly began to work to remain in control of mother Audrey Roberts's finances by convincing his nephew Nick Tilsley (Ben Price) that Audrey (Sue Nicholls) was drinking again. Nick had been planning for his son Sam Blakeman (Jude Riordan) to join Audrey on her cruise holiday and, despite Stephen's scheming, the holiday was set to go ahead as planned. In response, Stephen snuck into his mother's salon and stole her antidepressants before inviting Nick to join him and Audrey in the Rovers Return pub to discuss the holiday. Waiting for Nick to arrive, the drinks were bought and Audrey went to go to the toilet, prompting Stephen to spike Audrey's drink with crushed antidepressants. However, Stephen showed he was not completely evil as guilt overcame him and prevented him from continuing, knocking over Audrey's drink as he got up. Afterwards, Stephen begrudgingly booked the cruise for £3,000 and was thanked by Nick and Audrey. If that was not enough, Stephen's car was towed away after his estranged wife Gabrielle (Helene Maksoud) revealed she had cancelled the contract on the car. Stephen's niece Sarah Barlow (Tina O'Brien) spotted the car being towed after Stephen failed to pick her up - but could his lies unravel further still? In tomorrow's episode, Stephen manages to beg and get his job for the takeaway service back but his desire to hide his new job from those on the street leads to disaster as he crashes his moped. Will Stephen survive? Read more: Coronation Street newcomer brings trouble for Jacob and Amy Coronation Street's Max Turner manipulated further by extremist Griff Coronation Street's Helen Flanagan on return story she'd love for Rosie Visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV guide or Streaming Guide, or visit our Soaps hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Vanessa Woodfield in tragic split from Suzy ahead of Emmerdale exit
It was an emotional night ahead of Michelle Hardwick's temporary departure from the ITV soap.
Vanessa Woodfield experienced a heartbreaking split from Suzy Merton in tonight's Emmerdale. The vet woke up during Tuesday's episode (29th November 2022) with a terrible hangover from her drunken night of arguments with best friend Rhona Goskirk. The previous night had seen the past raked up and Vanessa angrily reveal to Rhona that she is taking a new job in Canada after learning that Rhona has bought out Jamie Tate's shares in the vet practice. However, Vanessa panicked when she realised that her girlfriend Suzy had not come home, leaving Vanessa to panic and worry that Suzy had returned to her past of substance abuse. Later, Vanessa found Suzy with friend and recovering drug addict Leyla Cavanagh (Roxy Shahidi) having a laugh around cake and tissues. Jumping to the wrong conclusion, Ness assumed that Suzy and Leyla were back to their old habits and was livid with her girlfriend. However, Vanessa was left red-faced when Leyla proved that they were both sober, and Suzy was exasperated with Vanessa's paranoia about her behaviour. Afterwards, Vanessa managed to mend bridges with Rhona regarding the previous night's clashing and admitted to Rhona what a bad place she and Suzy are in. Towards the end of the episode, Vanessa and Suzy had a difficult conversation that saw them realise that their romance had come to a close. "There's never been any trust," declared Suzy, "and no amount of snowy mountains in the world is gonna change that." Suzy went to leave and teary Ness asked her not to go yet but Suzy added: "We'll only end up hating each other and I don't want that." Asking Ness to apologise to her son Johnny, Suzy departed, leaving Vanessa heartbroken. In Wednesday night's episode, Vanessa prepares to depart the village for her new life in Canada and a goodbye party is held as many emotional farewells are bid. Ness also goes public with the news that she and Suzy are over as she readies to leave Emmerdale with Johnny. The storyline of Ness's exit occurs as actress Michelle Hardwick goes on maternity leave. Read more: 8 Emmerdale spoilers for next week: Kyle struggles to hide killer secret Emmerdale cast: who is leaving, returning to and joining the cast? Emmerdale airs on weekdays at 7:30pm on ITV and ITV Hub. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide, or visit our Soaps hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Matt Hancock squeals in first look at gruesome I'm a Celebrity trial
A first-look clip from tonight's episode sees Hancock covered in sludge during his first trial.
After they made their first appearance on I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! last night, former Health Secretary Matt Hancock and comedian Seann Walsh are set to take part in their first Bushtucker Trial tonight – and we have an early sneak peak. The trial, called Beastly Burrows, is set to see the pair clambering through tunnels looking for stars, with sludge dropping onto them from above. In a first-look clip of the sequence, Hancock can be seen getting covered in it and saying: "There's a load of slurry just fallen on my head." He also gets covered in what appear to be worms and other bugs. You can watch the full clip right here now. View oEmbed on the source website Hancock's arrival has been anticipated by fans of the show after it was reported that he had decided to join the series earlier this month. The MP and former Health Secretary had his Conservative Party whip suspended for going into the jungle while still being a sitting Member of Parliament. Chief Whip Simon Hart MP said at the time: "Following a conversation with Matt Hancock, I have considered the situation and believe this is a matter serious enough to warrant suspension of the whip with immediate effect." Meanwhile, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said: "The PM believes that at a challenging time for the country, MPs should be working hard for their constituents in the House or in their constituencies. The public, when they elect their MPs, expect them to work hard for their constituency." In his introductory video on the show yesterday, Hancock said: "There are people who'll criticise a sitting MP going into the jungle, but showing that we politicians are normal human beings is actually really important." I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! continues on ITV tonight at 9pm. Find something to watch with our TV Guide or Streaming Guide, or visit our Entertainment hub for all the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Good Karma Hospital 'axed after 4 seasons' on ITV
The medical drama's fourth season aired earlier this year.
It has been confirmed that ITV drama The Good Karma Hospital, which starred Amanda Redman and Neil Morrissey, won't be returning for a fifth season. An ITV spokesperson told RadioTimes.com that "there are no current plans for any more series" of the show. The Sun previously reported that ITV believes the show has "run its course" and therefore cancelled it following its fourth season, which aired earlier this year. This news will come as a blow to fans after series creator Dan Sefton told RadioTimes.com and other press earlier this year that a fifth season would be made "as long as people want to watch it". Sefton said at the time: "I think we'll continue to evolve it gradually as seasons go by but we don't need to reinvent everything, I think that's the trick with TV, it needs to be a slow evolution." He continued: "I think this is the case with this show, it has the potential to keep going and to continue to be entertaining because that's the ultimate goal." The series' fourth season saw Redman's Dr Lydia Fonseca get married to Morrissey's Greg McConnell, despite some last minute cold feet. The show followed junior doctor Ruby Walker, played by Amrita Acharia, who left her life in the UK to take a job in The Good Karma Hospital in India, which she found was run by Redman's eccentric expat Lydia. The series also starred Darshan Jariwala, Nimmi Harasgama, Harki Bhambra, Rebecca Ablack and Raquel Cassidy and first started airing on ITV in 2017. Sefton, who has also written for Death in Paradise and created both Trust Me and The Mallorca Files, wrote for RadioTimes.com earlier this year about why TV, including medical dramas, is important during difficult times. The Good Karma Hospital seasons 2-4 are available to stream now on the ITV Hub. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. or more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Olivia Attwood's shock I'm a Celebrity exit explained as new details emerge
The reason for Attwood's swift exit from the camp has now seemingly been revealed.
Fans of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! were shocked on Monday to find out that Love Island star Olivia Attwood had had to drop out of the show's latest season after just one day at the camp. At the time it was unclear just why Attwood had to leave, with a show spokesperson simply revealing that it was not safe for her to re-enter the camp following medical checks – however, The Sun has now reported that it had to do with the series' strict COVID bubble. The publication has reported that Attwood had to leave the camp to deal with a medical issue, but as she had then left the COVID bubble she was not allowed to re-enter, due to fears she could potentially infect others with the virus if she had come into contact with it. A show source reportedly told The Sun that Attwood "could see it was an impossible situation", as she couldn't have endured another week's isolation, which would have been required. The source reportedly said: "It was felt this would be too much time to spend away from the competition and potentially place her campmates at a disadvantage to her. "Obviously viewers at home couldn’t include her in any votes, including selecting them for different challenges during the series. Olivia would have been going back in almost halfway through the series, which simply wasn’t fair. "As frustrating and upsetting as that was for Olivia, who was willing to do whatever it took to go back, she could also see it was an impossible situation." A show spokesperson previously told RadioTimes.com in a statement: "As a precautionary measure Olivia needed to leave the jungle to undergo some medical checks. Unfortunately, the medical team has advised it is not safe for Olivia to return to camp as there needs to be further investigation. She has been absolutely brilliant and she'll be very much missed on the show." Last night's I'm a Celebrity saw new campmate Matt Hancock enter the jungle, with the former Health Secretary joined by comedian Seann Walsh. I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! continues on ITV tonight at 9pm. Find something to watch with our TV Guide or Streaming Guide, or visit our Entertainment hub for all the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Karen Pirie: Release date, cast & latest news for ITV crime adaptation
The cold case crime novels are airing on ITV, with Lauren Lyle leading the cast.
It's no secret that ITV is home to some of the best detective show's around and one new crime-fighter has joined their ranks - Karen Pirie. Created by Val McDermid for her hugely popular series of books, Karen is a young DS who first appeared in The Distant Echo, which has now been adapted across a three-part series for the broadcaster. The series stars Lauren Lyle, and follows DS Pirie as she reopens the investigation into a 1996 murder case due to the popularity of a provocative true-crime podcast. The show has been keeping audiences enthralled for the past couple of weeks, with viewers desperate to know the identity of the killer - as well as just how and why they committed the heinous crime. Each episode runs for a full two hours and the series also stars Chris Jenks, Zach Wyatt and Emer Kenny amongst others, with the latter also on writing duties for the series. Two episodes have now aired on ITV, but when did the show start airing and when does it finish? Read on for everything you need to know about Karen Pirie. Karen Pirie release date Karen Pirie started on ITV on Sunday 25th September at 8pm, with the first episode running for two hours until 10pm. Future episodes have since aired weekly at 8pm, with the finale set to air on Sunday 9th October. All three also became available on the ITV Hub straight after the first aired. Which book is Karen Pirie based on? The show is based on The Distant Echo by Val McDermid, the first book in her long-running Karen Pirie series. McDermid's novels have sold 17 million copies worldwide, and this isn't the first time they've been adapted for the small screen. Her Tony Hill and Carol Jordan series were used as the basis for ITV crime drama Wire in the Blood. What is Karen Pirie about? The Karen Pirie novels follow a young Scottish detective in the Scottish university town of St. Andrew's. We're told: "True to Val McDermid’s iconic character, DS Karen Pirie is a young and fearless Scottish investigator with a quick mouth and tenacious desire for the truth." The series, which filmed in Scotland, will see Pirie reopen the investigation into a 1996 murder case following the popularity of a provocative true-crime podcast. No charges were made over the death of teenager Rosie Duff, despite suspicion falling on the three drunken students who claimed to have found her body. Twenty-five years later, Karen will see if these men know more than they previously let on, uncover several flaws in the initial investigation and find resistance from the police force itself from the officers who led the original inquiry. Who is in the Karen Pirie cast? The eponymous character will be played by Outlander's Lauren Lyle, who was "completely overjoyed" to be starring in the series. Lyle said: "The world Emer has created using the backbone of Val McDermid's much loved books is electrifying and hooked me immediately. I couldn't ask for a more creative, supportive and energetic team to be joining." Starring alongside Lyle, are Sex Education's Chris Jenks as Jason ‘Mint’ Murray, Zach Wyatt (Blithe Spirit) as DS Phil Parhatka, Michael Schaeffer (The Salisbury Poisonings) as Tom ‘Weird’ Mackie senior, Ariyon Bakare (His Dark Materials) as Alex Gilbey senior and Alec Newman (Unforgotten) as Sigmund ‘Ziggy’ Malkiewicz senior. Here's a full list of the cast for Karen Pirie: Lauren Lyle plays DS Karen Pirie Chris Jenks plays DC Jason Murray Zach Wyatt plays DS Phil Parhatka Jhon Lumsden plays Ziggy Jnr Jack Hesketh plays Weird Jnr Buom Tihngang plays Alex Jnr Alex Newman plays Ziggy Snr Michael Sheffer plays Weird Snr Ariyon Bakare plays Alex Snr Bobby Rainsbury plays Grace Galloway Anna Russell-Martin plays Rosie Duff Gilly Gilchrist plays DI Barney MacLennan Kevin Mains plays DI Jimmy Lawson Jnr Stuart Bowman plays Chief Supt Lawson Snr Gemma McElhinney plays PC Janice Hogg Emer Kenny plays River Wilde Rakhee Thakrar plays Bel Richmond Steve John Shepherd plays DI Simon Lees Who is adapting Karen Pirie? EastEnders writer and actress Emer Kenny has penned the adaptation, which comes from the producers of Bodyguard and Line of Duty. Kenny said: "From the moment I read that Karen Pirie orders a Bacardi Breezer as her after-work drink (other brands of alco-pop are available), I knew that she was the detective for me. Val [McDermid] is the queen of crime for good reason and I’m honoured to be bringing her creation to a TV audience." Kenny also stars in the series as River Wilde. Karen Pirie trailer You can watch the full trailer for Karen Pirie right here now. View oEmbed on the source website Karen Pirie started airing on Sunday 25th September at 8pm on ITV and ITV Hub. You can also get a 30-day free trial of ITV Hub+ on Amazon Prime Video here. Check out our Drama hub for more news, interviews and features or find something to watch with our TV guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
National Television Awards 2022 air touching tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
The tribute was featured as part of tonight's ceremony, taking place at The OVO Arena Wembley.
This year's National Television Awards featured a tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during tonight's ceremony, following her death earlier this year. The tribute included a moving montage of images and clips featuring the Queen, as well as a selection of segments from the news coverage which covered her passing. The NTAs are being held tonight (Thursday 13th October), with the ceremony having starting at 8pm at The OVO Arena Wembley. It is being hosted by Joel Dommett, and broadcast live on ITV and ITV Hub. These are the 27th annual NTAs, with the first awards having been held in 1995. The event was originally scheduled to take place in September, but was postponed following the Queen's death. View oEmbed on the source website These are the 27th annual NTAs, with the first awards having been held in 1995. Nominees looking to win big coming into the night included EastEnders, Emmerdale, Bridgerton and Heartstopper, all of which had three nominations each in different categories. One award which was brought into particular focus is the one for the best TV Presenter, as Ant and Dec, who have won the prize every year for the past 20 years, could not be in attendance at the ceremony, after both testing positive for COVID. Other nominees in the category this year include Alison Hammond, Graham Norton and Bradley Walsh. In a tweet Ant and Dec said: "Sadly, it’s true… We even get ill together! After feeling unwell a few days ago we both tested and we’re positive for Covid. We’re resting up at home and are so sorry we can’t be at #NTAs2022 Best of luck everyone and get well soon to anyone else in the same boat x". The pair went on to win the award, which was collected by Stephen Mulhern as the pair set a new record. The National TV Awards are airing from 8pm on ITV on Thursday 13th October. Find something to watch with our TV Guide or visit our Entertainment hub for all the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Sir Lenny Henry wins NTAs 2022 Special Recognition Award
The actor and comedian will be honoured during tonight's ceremony.
The National Television Awards have announced ahead of tonight's ceremony that this year's Special Recognition Award will go to Sir Lenny Henry, honouring his nearly 50 years on television. The coveted gold award, which is the only award not voted for by the public, has in the past been presented to stars including Sir Billy Connolly, Sir Trevor McDonald and David Tennant. Last year it was awarded to BBC smash hit show Line of Duty. Among those set to congratulate Henry during tonight's ceremony will be Whoopi Goldberg, who says: "If you want to know what a superhero looks like, take a look at Sir Lenny Henry." The NTAs will be from 8pm at The OVO Arena Wembley tonight (Thursday 13th October), and will be broadcast live on ITV and ITV Hub. An actor, comedian, singer, presenter and writer, Henry first appeared on the talent show New Faces in 1975 aged 16, before going on to appear in shows such as Tiswas and Three of a Kind. His own sketch comedy show started airing in 1984 and more recently he has been seen starring in Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, and in a small role in Netflix's The Sandman. Throughout his career he has campaigned for greater diversity and equality in the entertainment industry, as well as playing a key role in the formation of Comic Relief. He will be presented with the award this year's ceremony, where shows such as Heartstopper, This is Going to Hurt, Call the Midwife and Peaky Blinders are all in contention. The show will be presented by Joel Dommett and was originally set to take place in September, but was postponed following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The National TV Awards will air on ITV on Thursday 13th October. Find something to watch with our TV Guide or visit our Entertainment hub for all the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
The Larkins’ Bradley Walsh shares “problem” he has with playing Pop
Walsh has a bug to bear with Pop - and it's about his wardrobe.
ITV's The Larkins returns to our screens this week, with Joanna Scanlan and Bradley Walsh returning to play Ma and Pop Larkin. The series is based on the novel by HE Bates The Darling Buds of May and is set in rural 1950s Kent. Ahead of the new season, Walsh enthused about how much he enjoyed playing the role - but admitted he does have one "problem" with Pop. Walsh said: "I love Pop Larkin and I love playing him. He is a combination of a couple of friends of mine, so that’s good. And funnily enough, I had a bit of dinner with one of my pals who Pop’s sort of based on and I told him and he was thrilled. As were his wife and kids. So that’s nice! "He sings a lot of rock and roll songs, which I quite enjoy– he’s just a great character to play, a really great character." Walsh continued: "The problem I do have playing him is I keep a lot of my stuff about my person, and I’ve got pockets in my trousers, there’s pockets in my waistcoats, there’s pockets in my jackets. Inside pockets in my jackets, so I’ve got about a dozen pockets, so if I put my glasses away, or put my pen away, I spend most of the day trying to find where everything is!" Walsh and Scanlan are joined in this new series by Joelle Rae, who takes over the role of Mariette Larkin after Sabrina Bartlett left the series. Scanlan previously told RadioTimes.com that the transition between the two actors has "all gone very well" and that she thought for viewers it would be "pretty seamless actually". The Larkins season 2 will air from 16th October on ITV. You can buy The Darling Buds of May on Amazon. If you're looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Drama hub for all the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe nowand get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
The Walk-In true story - how Matthew Collins foiled a fascist murder plot
Stephen Graham stars as the former fascist-turned-activist.
ITV's The Walk-In, starring the acclaimed Stephen Graham as Matthew Collins, returned for an unflinching and distressing second episode on Monday night (10th October). Set against the backdrop of the Brexit campaign, the five-part series makes for an unsettling watch as Matthew Collins, a former Neo-Nazi turned anti-fascist, uses his knowledge of far-right organisations to train moles, also known as walk-ins, on how to infiltrate groups. In the latest episode, Collins recalls a particularly brutal attack on a library full of mothers that he instigated. The harrowing scene sees Collins and his violent racist group launch a violent attack on a group of women, many of whom were Black and Asian. The Walk-In cast includes a few real-life figures as well as Collins, including Neo-Nazi Jack Renshaw and Hope Not Hate chief executive Nick Lowles. Want to know the true story behind the events depicted in The Walk-In, including the real-life assassination attempt uncovered by Collins's associate Robbie Mullen? Read on for all the details. The Walk-In true story explained The background Played by Dean-Charles Chapman, neo-Nazi Jack Renshaw first caught the attention of police with various inflammatory speeches in which he promoted the idea of a Jewish genocide. Analysis of the Lancastrian's phone also appeared to reveal he’d been grooming two under-age boys, and he was convicted of child sexual offences in 2018. Renshaw, who'd also previously aligned himself with the BNP Youth, was interviewed about the offences by Victoria Henderson, a detective constable who subsequently became the target of a murderous revenge plot. The plan Renshaw outlined his plan in front of a meeting at a Warrington pub in July 2017, which included the leader of the extreme, and illegal, rightwing group National Action, Christopher Lythgoe. National Action, whose membership stood at around the 100 mark, had become renowned for demonstrating while wearing black skull masks and giving Nazi salutes. The group was described by prosecutor Duncan Atkinson QC as spreading "virulently racist, antisemitic and homophobic propaganda through which it sought to stir up a violent race war against ethnic minorities and others it perceived as race traitors". According to Atkinson, Renshaw wanted to first kill MP Rosie Cooper with a machete - "19 inches of unprecedented piercing and slashing power at a bargain price" - that he’d already bought online. He'd also researched the politician’s schedule and Googled "How long to die after jugular cut," planning to taking various hostages in a nearby pub where he’d ask for Henderson. His plan would then see him murder the DC on her arrival before revealing a fake suicide vest, prompting cops to fatally shoot him on a sight. In a video to be released posthumously, the deceased would claim his actions were carried out in the name of "white jihad". How was the plot foiled? Alongside others associated with National Action, the meeting was also attended by Robbie Mullen. Appalled by what he heard, the former warehouse worker tipped off the head of intelligence for anti-racism campaign group Hope Not Hate, Matthew Collins. Mullen, who’d first joined National Action due to feelings of disillusionment, later told The Independent, "I was saving myself in a way, I knew something was going to happen eventually. Things were just getting strange – with Jack especially." Who was Matthew Collins? Matthew Collins was undoubtedly the right man to contact. A former far-right activist himself, he’d also turned informant on the National Front before spending the following 10 years hiding out in Australia. Collins ensured that Mullen would gain immunity before handing him over to police, whose investigation led to an Old Bailey trial. Since his return home, Collins has worked tirelessly in the fight against the online radicalising of young white men, even writing a book about the subject. "They fall into rabbit holes and my job is try to get and keep them on the straight and narrow, keep up a good flow of information," he told The Guardian ahead of The Walk-In's premiere. Collins had already been keeping tabs on National Action before Mullen alerted him to Renshaw’s plan. Why Rosie Cooper? During the Old Bailey trial, Atkinson claimed that it was her because of political allegiance. As an MP for Labour since 2005, Cooper was believed to have been in favour of the party's supportive immigration policies. This was also given as a reason for the murder of Jo Cox a year earlier. National Action’s support of the horrific crime led to their banning by then-Home Secretary Amber Rudd. What happened to Robbie Mullen? Mullen, played by Andrew Ellis in the drama, continued to show up at National Action meetings to cover up the fact he was the man who’d exposed Renshaw’s plan. He also gave further evidence against other group members before his mole status became apparent. The Warrington resident admitted he’d received multiple serious death threats since. However, Mullen turned down the offer of witness protection as he didn’t want to leave his family life behind. Despite having to continually watch his back, Mullen told The Guardian that he “wouldn’t change a single thing” he did. He now has a researcher role within Hope Not Hate. What happened to the targets? On the very same day that The Walk-In's premiere was announced in September 2022, Cooper revealed she was standing down from her position as MP to take up a role in the NHS. The politician said she's undergone a "considerable period of soul-searching" following the murder plot case, with her decision triggering a by-election in the process. Cooper had previously spoken out following Renshaw’s sentencing in 2019, saying: "I wish I could say the planned attack has not changed me… but it has had a detrimental impact." She also revealed that she'd had to adopt a much more controlled policy when it came to her constituency meetings and thanked Mullen for providing the information that had saved her life. Henderson also discussed how the incident had impacted her, with trouble sleeping and a fear of running alone being just two of the effects. However, she remained defiant, adding: "I have overcome this and will not let Jack Renshaw ruin my life." The Walk-In airs on Monday 17th October on ITV at 9pm. The full series will also be available to watch as a boxset on the ITV Hub. You can also get a 30-day free trial of ITV Hub+ on Amazon Prime Video here. 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The Larkins' Joanna Scanlan teases “cataclysmic” events in season 2
Scanlan hinted at what's in store for the family in the new season.
ITV comedy drama The Larkins, which adapts HE Bates' The Darling Buds of May, is returning for a second season, and based on comments from Ma Larkin star Joanna Scanlan, we can expect some major shifts in the story this year. Speaking ahead of the second season premiere later this week, Scanlan said that the story will pick up "with Mariette and Charley away and we’re seeing the next generation of potential adults coming into the picture and how that shakes down". Scanlan teased that we will then see "some events which are pretty cataclysmic for the family, so again the kaleidoscope turns, and we see a new shape of family." Exactly what these events will be remains to be seen, but we do know that the first episode will see Ma and Pop struggle to warm to their new neighbours after a terrible dinner party at the big house. Scanlan explained: "I think the audience is going to get quite a good story this year. Last year we had the overarching story with Charley and Mariette and we were wondering what was going to happen, whether they would get it together properly or not. "This year there is some of that – there’s a wonderful romance – there is also a very alarming set of jeopardies brought about the arrival of a hideous family, The Jerebohms, who move into the house next door, that Pop sells to them." The series' plot lines aren't the only major change we can expect this year – Mariette Larkin has also been recast, with Bridgerton's Sabrina Bartlett leaving the role and Joelle Rae (Emmerdale) taking it on. Earlier this year Scanlan said that the transition had "all gone very well" and that "I think it'll be pretty seamless actually". The Larkins season 2 will air from 16th October on ITV. You can buy The Darling Buds of May on Amazon. If you're looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Drama hub for all the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Emmerdale's Chas Dingle declares love for Al despite Aaron's threats
She's made a huge decision about her future.
Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) told secret lover Al Chapman (Michael Wildman) she loves him in tonight's Emmerdale (10th October). The pair have been having an affair for months now, only for Chas's son Aaron (Danny Miller) to catch them in a passionate clinch. And as the week began, Chas was shocked to see the state of Al's face after he was punched by Aaron and threatened to stay away. Al suggested to Chas that this seemed like a message from her as well, but before she could protest properly, his unsuspecting partner Kerry Wyatt (Laura Norton) arrived and repeated the false story Al had relayed to her about how he got his black eye. Later, Aaron arrived at the Woolpack and Chas took him away from the family for a private word. Chas told Aaron she wasn't happy that he could have got himself arrested for assault - again. But Aaron wasn't worried as he replied that Al wouldn't dare to report him. As Aaron asked Chas whether she wanted him to follow through with his threats to leave, Chas was interrupted by a work-related matter and insisted this wasn't over. While Aaron had another heart-to-heart with unwell grandmother Faith (Sally Dexter), Chas was behind the bar as Al and Kerry arrived for lunch. She painted on a smile as she quietly confronted Al over choosing to 'flaunt' his new fiancée in front of her. Kerry continued to make wedding plans, while Chas's husband Paddy (Dominic Brunt) offered to help Chas with the pub so she could look after Faith. Chas was distracted but grateful, before being surprised as her mother suggested planning a special seaside trip for the Dingles. All the while, Al watched on as Chas chatted to her loved ones. He was now convinced that Chas would not be choosing him in the long run, but as they met in his car near the woods, Chas surprised Al by saying "I think I love you". Al was overwhelmed, replying that he thought she was about to end things. Chas pointed out that this would be the more sensible option and that for now, she couldn't go anywhere while her mum was so poorly. But as they kissed, they looked ahead to spending the rest of their lives together. Will Chas go through with leaving Paddy when it comes to it, though? Read more: Chas Dingle's Emmerdale affair undermines important cancer storyline Emmerdale's Aaron gives Chas an ultimatum as her affair is rumbled Emmerdale airs weekdays at 7:30pm on ITV and ITV Hub. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Soaps hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Who was Jackson in Emmerdale as Aaron remembers former character?
**This article includes discussions of suicide that some readers may find upsetting** Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) reminded viewers of a past Emmerdale storyline in tonight's episode (10th October). During an emotional chat with his terminally ill gran Faith (Sally Dexter), Aaron was reminded of first boyfriend Jackson Walsh's (Marc Silcock) harrowing experience when Faith relayed her struggle to accept her failing body. Aaron explained how Jackson felt after being paralysed in an accident, and how that led him to decide to end his life - something that Faith has also secretly decided for herself. But Aaron went on to tell Faith of his happier memories with Jackson, which included a holiday to Whitby. He added that he arranged a skydive, which Aaron backed out of while Jackson had the time of his life. Aaron smiled as he told his gran how Jackson had teased him for ages for "bottling it". But while long-term viewers may remember Jackson, some fans may be wondering exactly what happened to the character. Read on as we delve into his story. What happened to Jackson in Emmerdale? In 2010, Aaron was struggling to come to terms with his sexuality. During this time, he met Jackson, a proudly out gay man. With his anger issues boiling to the surface, Aaron ended up hitting Jackson, which got him arrested and charged with assault. Eventually, supported by Paddy Kirk (Dominic Brunt), Aaron found the strength to come out in court as he apologised for his violent actions. Jackson accepted that Aaron was sorry and full of regret, and the two men began a relationship. But on a night out together, everything changed. What began as a fun evening full of laughs as Paddy and Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) joined the boys in a gay bar turned into a nightmare as Aaron hesitated to tell Jackson how he felt about him. When Jackson drove away alone, his car ended up stuck on the train tracks, and there was no time for him to break free as a train headed his way and crashed. Aaron heard the commotion and rushed to find his boyfriend - but later at the hospital came the news that, although Jackson had survived, he was now paralysed from the neck down. Jackson was devastated, and Aaron and Jackson's mum Hazel Rhodes (Pauline Quirke) were by his side to help him through as he adjusted to his disability. However, the idea of never being able to do anything for himself again left Jackson inconsolable, and after several months passed he told them that he wanted to die - but he couldn't do so alone. Aaron was adamant that he didn't want to be involved, while heartbroken Hazel felt she had little choice but to agree to Jackson's pleas. But Aaron found he couldn't stay away, and when Jackson's day of choice arrived, Hazel faltered. So, in a split second, Aaron made the decision to help Jackson end his life. Afterwards, videos were revealed in which Jackson confirmed that this was his wish, and that the police shouldn't blame Hazel and Aaron. Still, the pair were both arrested and Aaron stood trial for murder, but the footage ultimately helped to exonerate him. However, the effects of the ordeal have stayed with Aaron through the years, as the experiences of other villagers around him brought him back to caring for Jackson. Although, this is the first time since that we've seen Aaron speak in such detail about the subject. Now, the fate of his gran could lead him to revisit that history all over again, as Faith passes away this week in upsetting scenes. Emmerdale has partnered with Dignity in Dying on Faith's storyline. You can find help and support at Samaritans. Read more: Moira Dingle agrees to help Faith in heartbreaking Emmerdale scenes Emmerdale star on Aaron's emotional return scenes with Liv and Faith Emmerdale airs on weekdays on ITV and ITV Hub. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Soaps hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Karen Pirie ending explained: Who killed Rosie Duff?
Who committed the murder all those years ago? **WARNING: Contains spoilers for all episodes of Karen Pirie**
ITV's Karen Pirie has now come to an end, with the mystery solved and Rosie Duff's killer finally having been revealed. But just what was the conclusion to the central mystery of the series? Read on for everything you need to know about the ending of Karen Pirie. Who killed Rosie Duff? It turns out the murderer was none other than DS Jimmy Lawson, the one who put Karen on the case in the first place! In the 1990s, he had had a relationship with Rosie when she was aged 15 and he was 21. As she was underage and he was a police officer, she went away for a summer and had the baby in secret, later coming back and telling both Lawson and her family it had died. Of course we know this wasn't the case, and Grace was in fact alive and well. But when Rosie had returned to St Andrews, Lawson had wanted to pick up where they had left off - something she definitely didn't want. He had then followed her for three years, drinking in the bar where she worked and making sure she didn't date anyone else. However, when she did start moving on with Alex, he'd left the pub to look for her and had picked her up off the side of the street as she walked home in the rain. He had taken her up to his caravan, something Karen knew because of the rare paint found on her cardigan. Once there, it appears that Lawson raped her and when she told him to stop, he had strangled her until she was unconscious. He believed her to be dead at this point and decided to make sure it looked like it wasn't him. He took action, deciding to make her death look like another unsolved murder he'd come across in his career. He took her to the cathedral, laid her out on a grave and cut her across the stomach, at which point she died. He had then cleaned himself up and got back to the crime scene within 45 minutes, relieved that Alex, Ziggy and Weird had found her so he could pin it on them. He had then corrupted the case from the inside, making a box of evidence go missing - but hadn't accounted for the human error of her cardigan being genuinely misfiled. There's also a suggestion he may have killed DI Barney MacLennan, who knew about an eyewitness who had seen her getting in his car, although he claimed it was an accident. Lawson as good as confessed at the end of his interrogation with Karen, admitting that he underestimated her and that's why he gave her the job. What happened to Grace at the end? Grace's story was perhaps the most tragic of all throughout the series, as her mother's death cast a shadow over her life and eventually led to her kill an innocent man, Ziggy. She admitted that she had originally just wanted to see the men who killed her, but had become enraged when she saw their happy lives as wealthy, successful individuals. She wanted answers and she wanted justice. She had shot Alex and taken his new baby, which led to an eventual standoff with Karen. She finally gave herself up when Karen promised her justice, which she delivered with the arrest of Lawson. Grace was then arrested for Ziggy's murder as well as the attempted murder of Alex and the abduction of his baby. While in prison, she had finally got to meet her two uncles, Colin and Brian, as they visited her in a tearful meeting in what DI Lees noted was a "bittersweet" end to the whole affair. What happened to Alex and Tom? Alex and Tom reunited at a memorial for Ziggy, with the latter having survived his overdose and the former having also survived being shot and now reunited his wife and baby. The pair hugged and cried together, having finally been exonerated fully but having lost their friend. How were things left with Karen and her friends? In the end, Karen and her friends were left in a good place. Karen was told by DI Lees that she was a credit to the service, after which she went to join Phil, Jason and River at the pub. After some laughs together, Karen and Phil went off arm in arm, with all seemingly set right as the credits rolled. All episodes of Karen Pirie are available now on ITV Hub. You can also get a 30-day free trial of ITV Hub+ on Amazon Prime Video. Check out our Drama hub for more news, interviews and features or find something to watch with our TV guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
New York Giants vs Green Bay Packers on TV: NFL London UK kick-off time and coverage
Your complete guide to Giants vs Packers NFL London 2022 match in London this weekend.
The second NFL London game of 2022 gets under way this weekend in front of another sell-out crowd at the new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Green Bay Packers will face the New York Giants in a clash between two traditional heavyweights of the sport. Packers QB Aaron Rodgers will be the main attraction on display as UK fans prepare to catch a glimpse of one of the greatest players to compete in the NFL for a generation. Running back Saquon Barkley will be the Giants' key player on Sunday coming off the back of a 146-yard game against the Chicago Bears last time out. This is shaping up to be one of the best NFL London games to date with both teams enjoying a 3-1 winning start to their season. RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Giants vs Packers on TV and online. When is Giants vs Packers? Giants vs Packers will take place on Sunday 9th October 2022. What time is kick-off? Giants vs Packers will kick off at 2:30pm. This makes it an early start for US viewers, but as it is the only game on at that time, it will attract a huge global audience – whether it be at lunchtime or breakfast. What TV channel is Giants vs Packers on? Fans can tune in to watch the game for free on ITV from 2pm. NFL TV coverage in the UK is predominantly taken over by Sky Sports, though ITV has signed a deal to enter the market with regular shows throughout the season. How to live stream Giants vs Packers online You can also live stream the match via ITV Hub on a range of devices, including laptops, smartphones and tablets. You can get a 30-day free trial of ITV Hub+ on Amazon Prime Video here. Giants vs Packers odds In working partnership with the RadioTimes.com, bet365 has provided the following deal for this event: Giants (29/10) Packers (10/37)* Visit bet365 today. Bet £10 & Get £50 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. *Odds subject to change. 18+. T&Cs apply. BeGambleAware.org. Note – The bonus code RT365 does not change the offer amount in any way. Our prediction: Giants vs Packers All eyes will turn to Rodgers on Sunday, and the crowd will react every time he touches the ball, but the Packers are likely to win this game through their running back duel threat: Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon. The Giants have struggled to cope with the running game despite their strong start to the season, and the Packers will be licking their lips. Our prediction: Packers win (10/37 at bet365) If you’re looking for something else to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Sport hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Why isn't Coronation Street on tonight? When is it next on TV?
The football has meant some changes are afoot!
Scheduling changes for our favourite soaps are nothing new, but you may find yourself looking for tonight's episode of Coronation Street on ITV only to find the women's football match between England and the USA in its place. As always, the channel has made sure that the episodes from this week have still been aired in a timely fashion, meaning you shouldn't miss out on any of the action from the street. In fact, all episodes from this past week are available to stream on the ITV Hub now, so viewers can choose when they want to watch them. But if you're wondering just why Coronation Street isn't on tonight, and how the schedule has been affected, then here's your full rundown. What happened to the Coronation Street schedule this week? Because of today's women's football friendly match between England and the USA, the schedules for the week have been moved around. This has meant that while the usual three episodes have aired this week, they have not been shown on their usual days. The regular ITV scheduling sees Coronation Street air episodes from 8pm to 9pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. However, this week the episodes were aired on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, with Wednesday's episode being moved up to Tuesday and Friday's to Wednesday. Here's exactly how the schedule played out: Monday 3rd October at 8pm - 60 mins Tuesday 4th October at 8pm - 60 mins Wednesday 5th October at 8pm - 60 mins As for next week, here is when Corrie is set to air, with the schedules reverting back to normal. Monday 10th October at 8pm - 60 mins Wednesday 12th October at 8pm - 60 mins Friday 14th October at 8pm - 60 mins If I missed the episodes can I catch up? Absolutely! All episodes of the soap which have aired between 7th September and 5th October 2022 are currently available to stream on ITV Hub, meaning even if you were thrown by this week's scheduling change, you can still catch up on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday's new episodes right now. Visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. If you’re looking for more to watch check out our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Emmerdale boss on first episode homage and 50th anniversary deaths
Emmerdale is about to turn 50 and to celebrate, the ITV soap is pulling out all the stops for its birthday - and according to executive producer Jane Hudson, not everyone will make it out alive. Speaking to press including RadioTimes.com, the Emmerdale boss laughed: "Not all the cast come out of this flourishing! They will have a flourishing exit, shall we say." As for who dies, fans will have to wait and see (though if recent rumours are to be believed, Liv Dingle will pass away), but what Hudson can reveal is that it's a big and ambitious week for the soap. It's all centred around a big Storm Week, which will see almost every villager in danger from the treacherous weather. The special episode to directly celebrate the 50th anniversary, set to air on Sunday 16th October, will pay homage to the past and in particular, the first ever episode. Hudson said: "When I watched the hour-long episode for the first time, I thought, 'This is like the journey of Emmerdale.' We start very purposefully paying homage in the very first episode where you see a hand going across the meadow, you see somebody on horseback, you see people in farms, you see the graveyard with Jacob Sugden's grave... "And then we get into the emotional relationships, the familes and progress to a big event, a wedding. And then we get to the crash, bang, wallop stunt, everything's thrown at it, all the technology, it's all there. "It's kind of Emmerdale's journey in an hour." One thing Hudson was keen to impress is that it's not all stunts galore (though there are a lot!) - fans will get to see some more touching moments and balance. "It's really important to balance all our stories," she continued. "Of course in Emmerdale people expect to see massive stunts and we have plenty of those, but it's also important to show those quiet moments. "We're probably all more familiar with a loved one dying than we are with a cow stampede chasing us, so it's important we connect with our viewers on that quieter, more peaceful level and allow people to express emotions they maybe haven't been able to do in real life and they can do it through Emmerdale. "And there is always some humour in there, despite all the odds!" Read more: Emmerdale continues 50th anniversary celebrations with new cast photo Emmerdale's Al Chapman asks lover Chas to run away with him 7 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Faith passes away after final day of fun Emmerdale airs on weekdays at 7:30pm on ITV and ITV Hub. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Soaps hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Emmerdale boss teases drama after 50th: 'You think it can't get worse...'
Jane Hudson spoke about the aftermath of the 50th anniversary.
All eyes will be on Emmerdale in the coming weeks as the ITV soap celebrates its 50th anniversary - but according to executive producer Jane Hudson, the excitement doesn't stop there. Speaking to press including RadioTimes.com to launch the stunt-filled week, Hudson hinted that the high-stakes action will continue right up until the end of the month - and will have game-changing consequences when it does land on screens. Teasing what's to come from the celebratory episodes, Hudson said: "It's a rollercoaster of emotions and it has a visual impact that will blow more than your socks off, put it that way. There's death, there's destruction, but there's also real moments of intimacy, heartbreak and love. "And we're gonna see our characters tested in not just their physical strength, but their emotional strength as well. And there's gonna be a lot of tears, so I'm warning you about that." She continued: "The month already started with Aaron's return, we've got the Faith storyline coming up which is going to be incredibly sad, and then we go into our storm which has got more than one stunt across the week. "And then, just when you think things can't get any worse for our Emmerdale characters, they really, really do. We end the month on a really big bang that propels us well into the new year." While our lips are sealed about what happens in the 50th anniversary week, trust us - it's huge! And that's why we're extra excited to see what happens at the end of the month. Read more: Emmerdale confirms Mack's mystery woman - with pregnancy twist Emmerdale continues 50th anniversary celebrations with new cast photo 7 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Faith passes away after final day of fun Emmerdale airs weekdays at 7:30pm on ITV and ITV Hub. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Soaps hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Emmerdale confirms sustainability drive for 50th anniversary
It's important to the soap to protect its beautiful landscape.
If you've ever been on the Emmerdale set tour, you'll know it's located in the beautiful and rural Yorkshire countryside. And in filming its ambitious 50th anniversary stunt week, the ITV soap wanted to make sure it was protecting that landscape all the time. Speaking to press including RadioTimes.com, executive producer Jane Hudson confirmed they only had to remove one tree while filming for their epic Storm Week. What's more, Hudson announced they would be more than making up for it by planting up to 50 trees in the set's vicinity. She said: "It's really important to us as a show that we are green, we are sustainable and we're very aware of the environment. When we shot this [50th anniversary week], there's only actually one large tree that we took down, and that is actually now moved to the Harewood Estate and the wood from that tree is going to be used. "To even that out, we're planting a lot of trees around the village - it's going to be up to 50 trees that are going to be planted around the village for sustainability." Speaking directly about the fallen trees and debris viewers will see a lot of during the 50th anniversary week, Hudson explained they used trees that had already been felled. She continued to explain one area of the set that will survive the storm: Liam's allotment. "What's really key for us is that the one area you won't see destroyed is our allotment, which was part of our soap crossover environmental initiative. In that allotment, we grow produce and we donate the produce to charities in our area to use in their kitchens or to hand out to families. The produce is still growing and it's still going to be harvested!" Hudson finished: "In future episodes, you'll see the sheds may have been destroyed or mocked up as destroyed, [but] the produce is safe and well and flourishing despite the storm." Read more: Emmerdale confirms Mack's mystery woman - with pregnancy twist Emmerdale continues 50th anniversary celebrations with new cast photo Where is Emmerdale filmed? Set tours and ticket information Emmerdale airs on weekdays at 7:30pm on ITV and ITV Hub. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Soaps hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Emmerdale's Aaron gives Chas an ultimatum as her affair is rumbled
Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) is now in a bit of a pickle after her affair with Al Chapman (Michael Wildman) was finally uncovered. In tonight's Emmerdale, their relationship hit a bump in the road, mainly to do with Al's girlfriend Kerry (Laura Norton). Earlier in the week, she caught Al house-hunting, not realising it was actually for Chas and not her. After desperately trying to get some information about their new abode out of him, Kerry put two and two together (and got five) and decided to give him a surprise of his own in order to get his news out in the open. Getting down on one knee in the middle of The Woolpack, after a fairly embarrassing rap, Kerry asked for Al's hand in marriage, not knowing that moments earlier he was planning to break up with her to be with Chas. Mortified and keen to avoid an awkward moment in front of everyone, Al agreed to marry Kerry - as Chas watched on. Later on, Al had some explaining to do to Chas, who insisted he must have been leading Kerry on for her to think it was OK to propose so confidently to him. Smooth-talking Al did what he did best and managed to win Chas around, even getting her to share a kiss with him in public. Big mistake though, as Aaron (Danny Miller) happened to catch them in the act. Chas immediately begged Aaron not to say anything, but her fiery son was having none of it and insisted that if she doesn't break up with Al, she will lose him forever. What will Chas do? Will this finally give her the impetus to kick no good Al to the curb? Read more: Emmerdale confirms Mack's mystery woman - with pregnancy twist Where is Emmerdale filmed? Set tours and ticket information 7 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Faith passes away after final day of fun Emmerdale airs weekdays at 7:30pm on ITV and ITV Hub. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our Soaps hub. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.