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UK TV programmes to watch this week : 16/11/2024

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All Aboard! Scotland’s Poshest Train (Channel 4/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 17th November 2024)

Alan gets treated to some serious pampering in the onboard spa. At the magnificent Wemyss Bay station he learns how the buildings’ unique glass and steel design seamlessly connects passengers from train to ferry. On the train’s countryside adventure trip, Alan discovers a treasure island, forages on nature’s bounty and takes a wild swim under an incredible waterfall. And in Pitlochry, Alan has an exclusive tour of Scotland’s Theatre in the Hills, one of the UK’s last repertory theatres.

Paddy: The Ride of My Life (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 19th November 2024)

Cameras follow Paddy McGuinness on a 300-mile ultra endurance cycle challenge for Children in Need, as well as covering his training under the expert guidance of Chris Hoy. The route takes Paddy from Wrexham through Flintshire, Cheshire, Merseyside, Lancashire, Cumbria, Dumfriesshire and to the finish in Glasgow, facing whatever weather November throws at him.

Shetland (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 20th November 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

As Calder and Tosh tackle the revelation of Annie’s past, Noah offers a cryptic clue about the night she was killed.

Britain’s Nuclear Bomb Scandal: Our Story (BBC 2/HD | 9:00pm to 10:15pm | Wednesday 20th November 2024)

Documentary revealing the full extent of the British government’s nuclear tests in Australia and the South Pacific in the 1950s and 1960s. More than 39,000 British and Commonwealth servicemen witnessed 45 atomic and hydrogen bombs and hundreds of radioactive experiments. The film exposes the debilitating health conditions that blighted the lives of veterans, descendants and indigenous communities ever since.

Return to Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 22nd November 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK & NEW SERIES **

RIP Tide. Series 1, episode 1.Metropolitan Police officer Mackenzie Clarke is deployed to her Australian home town of Dolphin Cove after being accused of falsifying evidence. Once there, she faces scorn from her old acquaintances due to her earlier abandoning her fiancé at the altar. When a real estate salesman is found stabbed to death on a beach during a surfing competition, Mackenzie has to swallow her pride and work with her jilted former love, a forensic pathologist, and her other old colleagues to solve this perplexing crime. Death in Paradise spin-off, starring Anna Samson and Lloyd Griffith.

Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 22nd November 2024)

The Lake District. Series 1, episode 2. The comedian returns to the Lake District, and her latest adventure begins on Coniston Water, where Susan boards the 160-year-old steam yacht Gondola. Later she explores Dalemain House, home to the annual World Marmalade Awards. And in the town of Egremont, she meets an organiser of The Crab Fair, which has nothing to do with crustaceans and a lot to do with local crab apples.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 09/11/2024

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All Aboard! Scotland’s Poshest Train (Channel 4/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 10th November 2024) ** NEW SERIES **

Alan Cumming goes on a trip aboard the Royal Scotsman train, presenting an odyssey through the heart of Scotland. In this first episode, Alan boards in Edinburgh and receives a tour of the train, getting an insight into the workings of the kitchen. He also takes a stroll across the Silver Sands of Morar, which featured in the movie Local Hero, and hears the story of the construction of the West Highland Line’s extension from Fort William to the fishing town of Mallaig.

Shetland (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 13th November 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

The hunt for Ian Bett begins, and as Calder and Tosh survey the gruesome crime scene, a picture of victim Anton Bergen starts to emerge, prompting them to question whether they’re dealing with the revenge of a jealous ex-husband. They try to fill in the pieces by speaking to Bergen’s employers Karin and Stefan Jakobson – a wealthy Swedish couple who arrived in Shetland six months ago – and discover Bergen was a nurse to their chronically ill daughter Astrid, Meanwhile, Cora makes a shocking discovery during the post-mortem.

Children in Need (BBC 1/HD | 7:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 15th November 2024)

The annual telethon has been raising money for charities working with youngsters in the UK since 1980, with a little help from teddy bear mascot Pudsey.

Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 15th November 2024)

Devon. Series 8, episode 3. The comedian explores Devon, tries her hand at lawnmower racing, and at Arlington Court is whisked away on her own carriage ride through the estate’s picturesque gardens. At Lynton, on the Devon coast, she encounters the world’s highest and steepest water-powered railway. Susan also visits Dartington Crystal, where she marvels at the skill of master glassblowers.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 02/11/2024

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Sir Chris Hoy: Finding Hope (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 5th November 2024)

Sally Nugent sits down with Chris Hoy for his first TV interview since revealing his cancer diagnosis is terminal. The six-time Olympic champion talks about the heartbreaking moment he told his family and the huge response since going public. He shares how he wants to bring hope to others with stage four cancer and how he wants to raise awareness and testing for prostate cancer.

Shetland (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 6th November 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK & NEW SERIES **

When Tosh’s friend Annie and her nine-year-old son Noah don’t make it home one night, Tosh persuades DI Calder – now a resident of the Isles – that something is wrong. Ruth tries to talk down a jittery young man holding a shotgun over his brothers dead body.

Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 8th November 2024)

Cheshire. Series 8, episode 2. The comedian hits the road to discover the delights of Cheshire and its surrounding countryside. She faces head-spinning heights by boating over an aqueduct, and explores the biggest Roman amphitheatre in Britain. Susan also searches for extra-terrestrial wonders at one of the world’s biggest space telescopes.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 26/10/2024

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Abandoned Railways from Above (Channel 4/HD | 7:10pm to 8:10pm | Saturday 26th October 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Scotland. Series 1, episode 6. An abandoned line in the Scottish Borders that connected communities between Carlisle and Edinburgh, and includes what was once the largest factory in the world. The episode features celebrations of the re-opening of part of the line, from Tweedbank into Edinburgh. The final stop before Edinburgh’s Waverley station is the Lady Victoria Colliery, once Scotland’s deepest coal mine.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 29th October 2024)

A familiar face returns to restore order at the school and protect a student in trouble. The walls start to close in on Steve and Billy as they desperately try to protect their secrets and Nicky and Donte’s relationship is put to the test. Preston receives a surprise visit from some old friends.

Prince William: We Can End Homelessness (itv/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 30th October 2024) ** NEW SERIES **

First of a two-part documentary capturing behind-the-scenes footage of Prince William at work as he confronts the scale of the homelessness crisis across the UK. He recruits a dedicated team for Homewards, his ambitious five-year programme that aims to show it is possible to end homelessness by working at six locations across the country. This opening edition charts the launch of Homewards, shadowing Prince William and his team as they explore solutions to the crisis.

Prince William: We Can End Homelessness (itv/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 31st October 2024)

The Prince checks in with his Homewards team across the UK, he draws on the guidance of people with experience of homelessness, and speaks with youngsters who are affected. Prince William also unveils plans to build an ambitious supported housing project on his own land in Cornwall.

Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 1st November 2024)

Winnie the Pooh Country. Series 8, episode 1. Back behind the wheel of her beloved campervan, the comedian takes a trip to the home of beloved childhood character Winnie the Pooh. It gives her a chance to explore everything the surrounding area of the South Downs has to offer. There’s surprising history, picture postcard scenery and a healthy dose of childhood nostalgia – all topped off with her own trip to place which inspired the Hundred Acre Wood.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 19/10/2024

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Abandoned Railways from Above (Channel 4/HD | 7:15pm to 8:20pm | Saturday 19th October 2024)

York. Series 1, episode 5. This edition follows a line in Yorkshire that was closely intertwined with the fortunes of the Railway King, George Hudson. Featuring a look at a great chocolate empire in York and the former RAF base at Full Sutton. At Londesborough, cameras tour the 12,000-acre estate that George Hudson bought before his empire came crashing down.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 22nd October 2024)

Steve crosses a serious line to protect his son as Billy struggles to cope and Nicky is distraught when Preston finds himself in trouble. Schuey makes a desperate call when he gets caught in the firing line and Nisha’s teaching is called out when Shola’s dad questions her middling grades.

Smart Meters: Are They Really Worth It? (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 24th October 2024)

New gas and electricity meters promise to save customers time, money and energy, but cameras reveal not all is what it seems when it comes to smart meters. With reports of more and more horror stories of inaccurate bills and an invasion of privacy, an investigation into things the energy companies and the government don’t want you to know.

All Creatures Great and Small (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 24th October 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Glass Half Full. Series 5, episode 6. James starts to behave out of character while examining Tricki, and his health takes a turn for the worst. Meanwhile, Siegfried, needing an extra hand in Carmody’s absence, recruits a reluctant Tristan to help. A broken-down car forces them to renegotiate their relationship, with amusing consequences.

Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 25th October 2024)

Bristol and the Cotswolds. Series 7, episode 5. The comedian explores Bristol and the Cotswolds, getting privileged access to some of engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s groundbreaking designs, before visiting the biggest hot-air balloon company in the world. , Susan visits a wildlife centre to hear about the man who set it up, influential conservationist and broadcaster Peter Scott, and finishes her trip at Blenheim Palace.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 12/10/2024

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Abandoned Railways from Above (Channel 4/HD | 8:20pm to 9:20pm | Saturday 12th October 2024

Wales. Series 1, episode 4. A line in Wales that connected rural communities and helped industries boom, from Aberystwyth to Carmarthen. The line runs south to Strata Florida and the eerie ruins of a once-thriving milk factory at Pont Llanio. At Pencader, an abandoned tunnel, the longest in west Wales, serves as a reminder that hope for re-opening this line is not lost quite yet.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 15th October 2024)

Steve and Billy are forced to face the consequences of their actions when suspicions rise and the police get involved. Kelly Jo finds her voice as she calls out injustice and rallies the students to fight to save a youth centre.

Yorkshire Great and Small with Dan and Helen (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 17th October 2024)

Yorkshire Wolds. Series 1, episode 6. Dan Walker and Helen Skelton complete their tour with a trip around the Yorkshire Wolds. They start by the coast in Filey, before heading to the wildlife haven of Filey Dams Nature Reserve. Dan meets historian Dr Emma Wells to learn about the mystery of the vanishing village at Wharram Percy and Helen turns engine driver as she ventures onto the tracks at the Yorkshire Wolds Heritage Railway.

All Creatures Great and Small (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 17th October 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Pair Bond. Series 5, episode 5. After receiving outstanding exam results, Carmody is offered a position in a research program in London, but he wants to decline it and stay at Skeldale, where he can support the war efforts as a vet. An exhilarated Mr Bosworth summons Mrs Hall to examine a piece of debris that has dropped from a plane into a remote field. Plus, Doris arrives at the surgery with a poorly ferret for James to treat.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 05/10/2024

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Abandoned Railways from Above (Channel 4/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Saturday 5th October 2024)

Scarborough. Series 1, episode 3. Cameras travel along the Yorkshire coastline, on the line that connected Scarborough and Whitby. First up, the programme reveals how the railways transformed Scarborough, Britain’s first seaside resort, before exploring the peaceful nature reserve at Hayburn Wyke and its nearby waterfall. Plus, a look at Robin Hood’s Bay to discover how it was transformed into a popular tourist destination.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 8th October 2024)

Billy decides it’s time to stand up for himself against Schuey but when his plan leads to disaster he’s forced to finally ask for help. Steve wonders just how far he’s willing to go for his son. Two new students join the school and while one hits it off with Libby straight away, the other struggles to cope.

Bombing Brighton: The Plot To Kill Thatcher (BBC 2/HD | 9:00pm to 10:15pm | Tuesday 8th October 2024)

An exploration of one of the IRA’s most significant attacks on mainland Britain during the Troubles, which killed five people and seriously injured 34 others. Directly targeting Margaret Thatcher, the bomb was planted three weeks before the Conservative Party conference, hidden beneath a bathtub in room 629 of Brighton’s Grand Hotel. This programme features new testimony from many of those affected and an interview Patrick Magee gave in 2022 about his role in the bombing.

Yorkshire Great and Small with Dan and Helen (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 10th October 2024)

Herriot Way. Series 1, episode 5. Dan Walker and Helen Skelton explore the hidden delights of Swaledale and Wensleydale along the Herriot Way. Their journey starts in the village of Keld and they climb to the ruins of Crackpot Hall. Here, they meet local museum curator Helen Guy to learn more about the building that once stood there and the areas lead mining past.

All Creatures Great and Small (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 10th October 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Uninvited Guests. Series 5, episode 4. Tristan settles into life back at Skeldale, but Carmody has taken his bed – and his brother. Mrs Hall schemes to bring the boys together and sends them to Pumphrey Manor after an alarming report of an escaped animal from the Matron of the army convalescent hospital. Plus, James hopes to reassure a worried Sid Crabtree when he’s called out to treat a sick cow.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 28/09/2024

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Abandoned Railways from Above (Channel 4/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Saturday 28th September 2024)

Oxford. Series 1, episode 2. Following the route of an abandoned line that connected England’s great university cities of Cambridge and Oxford and became Britain’s secret weapon during the Second World War. Passing through the Cambridgeshire countryside, the line returned to nature before arriving at Shuttleworth House, where the story of Richard and Dorothy Shuttleworth is uncovered.

Nightsleeper (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 29th September 2024)

As Hud and Miller interrogate Abby about her past, Saj realises that this is his chance at the big time and decides to try to stop the train his way. Joe must deal with the deadly aftermath of the shooting, while working out whether or not to follow Saj’s orders or put his faith in his fellow passengers instead. Could retired train driver Fraser’s audacious plan really work?

Nightsleeper (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 30th September 2024)

Abby is convinced she knows how to stop the remaining carriages, but with Joe out of contact and almost out of time, is it too late for those hurtling towards the end of the line? Real-time thriller, starring Joe Cole, Alexandra Roach, David Threlfall and Sharon Small.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 1st October 2024)

As Val feels the pressure to improve grades, she questions what’s keeping her at Waterloo Road. Tonya faces a medical emergency as she struggles to get her symptoms taken seriously. Preston and Noel prepare to perform with their band and things escalate when Billy keeps Schuey’s bullying a secret.

Yorkshire Great and Small with Dan and Helen (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 3rd October 2024)

West Yorkshire. Series 1, episode 4. Helen Skelton and Dan Walker venture into Brontë Country in West Yorkshire. Here, they explore the vast moorlands and picturesque villages that inspired the world’s most famous literary family – Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Brontë – to write some of the most cherished books in English literature. Their journey begins in the charming village of Haworth, where they visit Ponden Hall.

All Creatures Great and Small (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 3rd October 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Homecoming. Series 5, episode 3. It’s Jimmy’s Christening day and everyone is determined to make it special. Helen and Mrs Hall busily prepare to host James’s parents and Siegfried is writing his godparenting speech. However, he is unimpressed when called up to Biggins farm to look at a goat. The owner is a tricky client whose business presents as many challenges as the client himself.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 21/09/2024

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Abandoned Railways from Above (Channel 4/HD | 8:25pm to 9:25pm | Saturday 21st September 2024) ** NEW SERIES **

Somerset. Series 1, episode 1. A bird’s-eye view of lost railway lines, revealing the vibrant industries that once dotted their routes and how they transformed the lives of people who lived along them. This episode takes a look at one of Britain’s most beloved lost lines through Somerset and Dorset’s countryside. The route starts in Bath, plunging through tunnels and crossing vast viaducts as it approaches Midsomer Norton.

Nightsleeper (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 22nd September 2024)

After realising that one of the passengers might be armed and operating in league with the hackers, Joe desperately tries to work out who he can trust, while Abby decides to turn the tables on the driver by making a last-minute decision to take the train off the mainline. As Joe closes in on the enemy within and Abby manages to catch the sleeper in her trap, will the police be able to get there in time?

Nightsleeper (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 23rd September 2024)

With the passengers turning on each other in the aftermath of tragedy, Abby desperately attempts to rally the traumatised Joe and persuade him to take back control. But when Hud’s shock attempt to stop the train his way puts everyone onboard in more peril, Joe is suddenly left fighting fires on multiple fronts. Real-time thriller, starring Alexandra Roach and Joe Cole.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 24th September 2024)

Tonya and Donte support each other as he realises he doesn’t want to be a caretaker anymore and she has some problems of her own. Schuey places a target on Billy’s back and Kelly Jo takes drastic action to end Nicky and Debs’s feud.

Yorkshire Great and Small with Dan and Helen (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 26th September 2024)

North York Moors. Episode 3. Helen Skelton and Dan Walker continue their walking adventure with an exploration of the North York Moors, famous for its expansive heather moorland, historic landmarks, and a surprising array of gastronomic treasures. Their journey begins in the picturesque village of Hawnby, before some horticultural therapy at Helmsley Walled Gardens. Helen enjoys a pony trek across the North York Moors, while Dan uncovers the secrets of the imposing 12th-century Cistercian monastery Rievaulx Abbey.

All Creatures Great and Small (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 26th September 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Holding the Baby. Series 5, episode 2. Helen realises that James needs to get the hang of life with a baby. Meanwhile, Mrs Hall is caught in the crossfire between Siegfried and her new boss, Mr Bosworth as they fall out over safety tactics. Drama, starring Nicholas Ralph and Samuel West.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 14/09/2024

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Nightsleeper (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 15th September 2024) ** NEW SERIES **

A train is taken over by cyber terrorists on a night-time journey from Glasgow to London, leaving an off-duty cop on board to team up with the acting technical director at the National Cyber Security Centre in a bid to beat the bad guys. But with no idea of who they are fighting and a few other passengers who may not be as innocent as they look, it seems they are in for a long night. Real-time thriller, starring Joe Cole, Alexandra Roach, David Threlfall and Sharon Small.

Nightsleeper (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 16th September 2024)

The cyber attack on the rail network prevents Abby from seeing the obstacles in the sleeper’s path, leaving her in a race against time to avert disaster. But with the Minister of Transport proving a less-than-ideal ally, and the so-called Driver always seeming to be one step ahead, it becomes clear that she’s going to have to think outside the box to bring the train to a halt.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 17th September 2024)

New headteacher Steve Savage updates the school rules before discovering one pupil may be facing more issues than meets the eye. A new student has the misfortune of becoming Schuey’s next target and Nicky and Debs clash over some unexpected cash after a devastating loss.

Celebrity Race Across the World (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 18th September 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

The pressure is on with just 39 minutes between all of the teams as they face the final leg of their journey, a 2,750km race across the Andes into Chile. Race leaders Kola and Mary Ellen walk a financial tightrope with just 10 percent of their budget left while Jeff and Freddy decide to make the most of the last stretch with an Argentinian steak dinner. Scott and Sam resort to selling hot dogs to boost their budget and Kelly and Jeremy take a different route to the rest of the teams but a broken-down bus pushes them hours behind.

Yorkshire Great and Small with Dan and Helen (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 19th September 2024)

Yorkshire Coast. Series 1, episode 2. Dan Walker and Helen Skelton head to Yorkshire’s coastline to enjoy jaw-dropping scenery along the county’s 90 miles of of North Sea which skirts it. They’ll be visiting iconic locations, and will also be venturing off the beaten track to uncover hidden gems that are regularly missed by many seasoned sightseers. Their journey starts in Robin Hood’s Bay, a small village nestled between Whitby and Scarborough.

All Creatures Great and Small (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 19th September 2024) ** NEW SERIES + PICK OF THE WEEK **

To All Our Boys. Series 5, episode 1. Return of the drama, starring Nicholas Ralph. It is Spring 1941 and with the Second World War under way, Siegfried is taking up the slack at the surgery, while Mrs Hall and Helen are considering their contribution within the community, and Carmody is eager to step up.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

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