BBC WEEK 4, 19 - 25 January 2013 Programme Information, Television & Radio BBC Scotland Press Office .co.uk/mediacentre bbc.co.uk/iplayer

THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS TELEVISION & RADIO / BBC WEEK 4

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MONDAY 21 JANUARY Classic Scottish Albums, Prog 1/4 NEW BBC Radio Scotland Celtic Connections Live on BBC Scotland, Prog 1/4 NEW BBC Radio Scotland

WEDNESDAY 23 JANUARY Bob Servant Independent, Prog 1/6 NEW BBC Four

FRIDAY 25 JANUARY Watching Ourselves: Burns Night TV HIGHLIGHT BBC One Scotland Get It On - Burns Supper Special RADIO HIGHLIGHT BBC Radio Scotland

Note to Editors: As of January 14th, BBC One Scotland will be available in High Definition as BBC One Scotland HD on Channels 101 on Freeview, 143 on Sky and 108 on FreeSat and Virgin. BBC One Scotland in Standard Definition (SD) will continue to be available on all SD platforms in its current EPG position – Channel 1 on Freeview and Channel 101 on FreeSat, Sky and Virgin with the same programme schedule.

EDITORIAL 2013 / BBC WEEK 4

______BBC Scotland hits the high notes as Celtic Connections turns 20 ’s annual folk, roots and world music festival, Celtic Connections, reaches a milestone this month – and BBC Scotland will be bringing audiences to the heart of the event’s 20th anniversary and looking back at the highlights from previous gatherings. On radio and television, BBC Scotland will be tuning viewers and listeners into performances from a selection of the 2,100 musicians from around the world who are descending on Glasgow between 17 January and 3 February. BBC Scotland’s coverage begins on Sunday 13 January with Celtic Connections at 20 on BBC Two Scotland at 10 pm. The programme looks at the history of the festival and tells how the event has grown to be one of the most important music festivals in the country. It features some fantastic musical highlights from previous years as well as the history of the popular annual event. Each week day night from Monday, 21 January, BBC Radio Scotland will feature live music and highlights from the festival in a series of Celtic Connections Live programmes. Vic Galloway, Bruce Macgregor, Stephen Duffy, Mary Ann Kennedy and Ricky Ross will be the hosts. Their selections will cover a range of styles from Americana to Jazz to folk fusion and alternative. Details of each show can be found in the programme information below. The station’s coverage of the event continues on the weekend of Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 January and will include three two-hour programmes on the Sunday night. Full details will be released closer to transmission. And on Sunday 3 February, viewers can catch up with some of the show-stopping performances from throughout the festival. Ricky Ross will present some of the highlight acts from the festival recorded at a special concert staged at the much loved Fruitmarket venue.

Jim Gough

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The Harbour ‘Sets Sail’ for Series Two

BBC One Scotland’s The Harbour is set to ‘sail again’.

The observational documentary series, which provided an insight into people’s lives and work around Aberdeen Harbour, has been recommissioned for a second series.

Produced by Aberdeen-based Tern Television, the six part-series gained audiences averaging around 360,000 on Monday nights, with an average of a further 250,000 tuning in for the repeats on Sundays – potentially more than 600,000 Scottish viewers each week watching the various characters in the series including barmaid Val Morrison, diver Terry Dearlove and boatman Alan Cowper.

Six more half hour episodes will be filmed over the coming months and will be aired in the second half of 2013.

David Harron, Executive Producer of The Harbour for BBC Scotland said: ‘We are absolutely delighted to be bringing viewers another series of The Harbour. The first run in October/November last year was a huge success and clearly struck a real chord with the audience. Our intention is to retain some of the characters who had become established in the programmes, while adding some interesting new faces and delving into other areas of harbour life.’

David Strachan, Managing Director of Tern, said: “Tern is very pleased that this series has been such a hit, and that we have been able to introduce viewers to people and places not normally seen on television. The people who work in and around the harbour are a fascinating community as well as a key part of Scotland’s economy.”

Hilda McLean

MONDAY 21 JANUARY TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS /BBC WEEK 4 ______

Classic Scottish Albums, Prog 1/4 NEW Monday 21 January BBC Radio Scotland, 2.00 – 2.30pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Davie Scott delves into the story behind Stealers Wheel's self-titled 1972 debut album, including the unforgettable track Stuck in the Middle.

Suzanne Vickers

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Celtic Connections Live on BBC Radio Scotland, Prog 1/4 NEW Monday 21 January BBC Radio Scotland, 8.00 – 10.00pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Vic Galloway presents alternative and up-and-coming sounds from the Festival with live performances by JD McPherson, Washington Irving and Jo Mango.

Suzanne Vickers

TUESDAY 22 JANUARY TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS / BBC WEEK 4 ______

River City Tuesday 22 January BBC One Scotland HD, 8.00 – 9.00pm bbc.co.uk/rivercity

This week in Shieldinch…Alice’s past catches up with her; Nicole tries to win Stevie back; and Murray turns to Miriam for help with Raymond. Alice is delighted when DCI Donald reluctantly lifts her curfew for one night so she can help out at a charity Burns evening. It also means she can finally spend the night with Christina and the loved-up pair are excited. What Alice doesn’t realise is that two men have arrived in town and have been asking questions about her. When Alice runs an errand for Molly and ends up back at the flat on her own, it doesn’t take long for the men to follow, and Alice realises she can no longer keep her past a secret. Nicole is missing Stevie and is devastated he isn’t giving her the time of day. He’s not the only one as the residents of Shieldinch are continuing to make life difficult for her. When Nicole loses her phone, she tugs at Stevie’s heartstrings by confiding that it means she has lost all her pictures of her dad. Stevie soon offers a shoulder to cry on and one thing leads to another. However, it’s not long before Stevie realises Nicole is up to her old tricks again. Murray is worried about Raymond – he hasn’t heard from him for a week. He goes to Miriam for help, saying that a call from his doctor might make Raymond respond. Miriam isn’t keen as she thinks Raymond would be in touch if he wanted to be. Despite this, and with Jimmy’s help, Murray soon tracks Raymond down to a flat – but Raymond’s reaction to them isn’t good. When a wounded Murray returns to Shieldinch Miriam is quick to point out that she told him so, and Murray begins to think that maybe their relationship is a bit one-sided.

Alice is played by Sophie Mercer, DCI Donald by Robin Laing, Christina by Caitlin Gillespie, Molly by Una McLean, Nicole by Holly Jack, Stevie by Paul James Corrigan, Murray by Brian Cowan, Raymond by Paul Samson, Miriam by Kate Rutter and Jimmy by Billy McElhaney. Please note, viewers outside Scotland can access this programme on Sky Channel 971, Freesat Channel 960, Virgin Media Channel 862 or the BBC's iPlayer service - bbc.co.uk/iplayer

Karen Higgins

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Classic Scottish Albums, Prog 2/4 Tuesday 22 January BBC Radio Scotland, 2.00 – 2.30pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Davie Scott explores the making of Love and Money's second album Strange Kind of Love featuring Halleluiah Man, Jocelyn Square and Walk the Last Mile.

Suzanne Vickers

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Celtic Connections Live on BBC Radio Scotland, Prog 2/4 Tuesday 22 January BBC Radio Scotland, 8.00 – 10.00pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Bruce Macgregor presents highlights from the Festival with folk fusions from around the world.

Suzanne Vickers

WEDNESDAY 23 JANUARY TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS / BBC WEEK 4 ______

Bob Servant Independent, Prog 1/6 NEW Wednesday 23 January BBC Four, 10.00 – 10.30pm BBC Two Scotland, 10.00 – 10.30pm

Bob Servant Independent follows the trials and tribulations of Bob Servant (Brian Cox) as he endeavours to sell himself, relentlessly, to the good people of Broughty Ferry. The Scottish town of Broughty Ferry doesn’t know what’s hit it. The sudden death of the sitting MP has resulted in a by-election that could change the political map of the UK. Bob Servant has been waiting his whole life for this level of attention and he’s willing to do anything to keep it. Bob sells himself as a man of the people but doesn’t really like people. He also has absolutely no understanding of the political process and uses the by-election campaign as a heaven sent opportunity for self-promotion. His campaign manager is Frank (Jonathan Watson), Bob’s long-suffering best friend and neighbour, and their love-hate relationship is a central aspect of Bob Servant Independent. Brian Cox adds: “As a Dundee man I am very excited to be in this comedy set in Broughty Ferry. With the comic writing skills of fellow Dundonian, Neil Forsyth, and the audacious spirit of Bob Servant it captures the very essence of the unique East Coast humour.” As the series progresses, Bob has an increasingly fractious relationship with the favourite to win the seat, a slick professional politician called Nick Edwards (Rufus Jones). Bob also struggles to deal with Edwards’ campaign manager (and wife), Philippa Edwards (Pollyanna McIntosh), a smart, no-nonsense woman, always two steps ahead of Frank. The two campaigns jar markedly while the series builds to the natural climax of election night. Writer and creator of Bob Servant Independent, Neil Forsyth, added: “It’s hugely exciting that Bob is making it onto the telly, and that Brian is once again involved and leading a brilliant cast. He’s been a supporter of the Bob Servant cause for a long time. To be honest, Bob would probably be disappointed that he’s been overlooked to play himself, but even he would reluctantly accept Brian taking up the challenge.”

Brian Cox plays Bob Servant, Jonathan Watson plays Frank, Greg McHugh plays Anders, Pollyanna McIntosh plays Philippa Edwards and Rufus Jones plays Nick Edwards. Bob Servant Independent was commissioned by BBC Four and Cheryl Taylor (former Controller, Comedy Commissioning), Mark Freeland (BBC Four) and Ewan Angus (BBC Scotland) are the co-executive producers. It will be shown again on BBC Two Scotland on Friday 25 January at 10.00pm.

Suzanne Vickers

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Classic Scottish Albums Wednesday 23 January BBC Radio Scotland, 2.00 – 2.30pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Davie Scott delves into the story behind the standout debut album of Dundee band Danny Wilson including the timeless and magical song Mary's Prayer.

Suzanne Vickers

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Celtic Connections Live on BBC Radio Scotland Wednesday 23 January BBC Radio Scotland, 8.00 – 10.00pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Stephen Duffy presents highlights from the Festival with a touch of jazz featuring music from Fraser Fifield & Graeme Stephen, The Bevvy Sisters and pianist Richard Michael.

Suzanne Vickers

THURSDAY 24 JANUARY TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS / BBC WEEK 4 ______

Waterloo Road, Episode 14/20 Thursday 24 January BBC One Scotland HD, 8.00-9.00pm

Christine’s world is turned upside-down by the arrival of her estranged husband, Joe; Nikki is forced to reassess her view of Scout; and Connor wrestles with telling the truth about the fire to Imogen. Christine is unsettled by the arrival of her ex-husband Joe Mulgrew, who wants to talk to her about his father’s will. And when Joe shows a renewed interest in Connor, the son he’s never seen or acknowledged, Christine is horrified. As Christine’s lies about Joe start to unravel, Connor turns against his mother, little realising he’s being manipulated. For Joe, he’s only back for business – to get Christine to sign away her rights to a farmhouse she’s been gifted by his late father. Joe’s presence sends Christine into a spin. And after Michael rebuffs her pleas for support, she turns to a bottle of vodka for solace, falling off the wagon in spectacular fashion. When Connor finds Christine drunken and distraught in her classroom, it’s the final straw and he announces he’s leaving to live with his father. But Christine isn’t about to let her son go without a fight and delivers some stinging lies to ensure Joe walks away forever. Later, she confides in Michael the truth about her past which shines a light on her troubled life and relationships, bringing the pair closer together. Nikki’s bullying campaign against Scout continues but Barry Barry drops a bombshell which forces her to rethink her behaviour; and Sian employs a ‘divide and conquer’ approach to the troublesome Barrys - believing Barry Barry is exerting an unhealthy influence over his sisters, Dynasty and Kacey. Elsewhere, guilt consumes Connor and he considers telling Imogen the truth about the fire which scarred her.

Christine is played by Laurie Brett, Joe by Derek Riddell, Nikki by Heather Peace, Scout by Katie McGlynn, Connor by Shane O’Meara, Imogen by Kirstie Steele, Michael by Alec Newman, Barry by Carl Au, Sian by Jaye Jacobs, Dynasty by Abby Mavers and Kacey by Brogan Ellis. Waterloo Road is a Shed Production for BBC One through BBC Scotland.

Julie Whiteside

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Classic Scottish Albums Thursday 24 January BBC Radio Scotland, 2.00 – 2.30pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Davie Scott discovers more stories behind another of the nation's favourite albums.

Suzanne Vickers

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Celtic Connections Live on BBC Radio Scotland Thursday 24 January BBC Radio Scotland, 8.00 – 10.00pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Mary Ann Kennedy presents highlights from the Festival with more folk and world music from around the world.

Suzanne Vickers

FRIDAY 25 JANUARY TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS / BBC WEEK 4 ______Watching Ourselves: Burns Night TV HIGHLIGHT Friday 25 January BBC One Scotland, 7.30-8.00pm The series which celebrates 60 years of television in Scotland turns the spotlight on cherished national poet Robert Burns and how his life and works have been portrayed on the small screen. The programme looks at the weird and wonderful ways television has celebrated the Ayrshire bard. From the kitsch to the clever, the far-out to the fabled, Burns has been a staple of Scottish television since production began. The programme features interviews with writers, Andrew O’Hagan and William McIlvanney along with the legendary John Cairney, who signs off the celebration with a rendition of memorable lines from the poet.

Jim Gough

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Get It ON – Burns Supper Special RADIO HIGHLIGHT Friday 25 January BBC Radio Scotland, 6.10-8.00pm

Bryan Burnett hosts a Get It On Special with a live Burns Supper from Pacific Quay in Glasgow. There’s live music from Findlay Napier and Friends and Jonathan Watson will be performing some of the Bard’s finest works.

Suzanne Vickers

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Celtic Connections Live on BBC Radio Scotland Friday 25 January BBC Radio Scotland, 8.00 – 10.00pm bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

Ricky Ross presents highlights from the Festival featuring live performances from Americana & Alt. Country artists include The Be Good Tanyas, John Murry and The Lost Brothers.

Suzanne Vickers

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