STV has unveiled the schedule for its new channel STV2, which launches on April 24.
The channel will feature a variety of new programmes for Scotland including an enhanced hourly news service, a live daily magazine show and a soap, as well as features on local sport, UK and international drama and films.
On weeknights at 7pm, it will broadcast what it describes as the first integrated Scottish, UK and international news programme STV News Tonight.
The half-hour programme will be anchored by Halla Mohieddeen live from Glasgow.
The channel will also provide a weekly insight into political life in Scotland with Scottish Politics This Week, giving viewers an update on debates at Westminster and Holyrood.
The drama schedule includes popular Irish soap Fair City as well as the likes of Finnish drama Black Widow, UK thriller Secret State and crime series Taggart as well as films.
Bobby Hain, director of channels at STV, said: “STV2 is the new channel for Scotland designed to reflect life across the country.
“The channel will provide a unique opportunity to broadcast content that isn’t available for viewers anywhere else, including in-depth coverage of local sport and live events and exciting acquisitions including soap and drama, alongside an enhanced news service with local, UK and international stories.”
The weekday magazine show Live At Five will expand its reach on STV2 with outside broadcasts from across Scotland.
Other shows on the schedule include E… presented by Laura Boyd and Gerry Cassidy, which will provide a guide to what is happening across Scotland with celebrity interviews, features and reviews of live music, TV and film, while Ewen Cameron will host The Late Show.
Peter and Roughie’s Football Show will provide the latest from the football world each weeknight and at weekends throughout the football season.
STV2 will broadcast 24 hours a day, seven days a week and will reach approximately 85% of viewers in STV’s transmission area.
As well as on Freeview, access will be available via Sky and Virgin and online via the STV Player.
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