BBC Scotland TV Guide — Monday, 31 August 2026

Reports from BBC newsrooms across the country with analysis and discussion on the big stories of the day

Jane Lewis presents action from the latest matches in the Scottish Women's Premier League, including Celtic v Hibernian, Hearts v Rangers, and Glasgow City v Spartans

Nick Nairn and Dougie Vipond focus on street food, making falafel with beetroot houmous and Greek salad. They are joined by street food chef Rachna Dheer, from the Babu Bombay Street Kitchen in Glasgow, and Call the Midwife actress Laura Main, who selects a Scottish gin to accompany the food

Iain Stirling challenges the remaining teams to sculpt ocean-themed sand art, with the duos having six hours until the tide comes in. Sadie Clayton and Jamie Wardley judge the efforts, which take in everything from dolphins and sea monsters to Poseidon himself

The last-ever episode of the soap. As the news of Harry's escape spreads, a determined Lenny does all he can to protect his family. However, Harry is focused on revenge and takes Amber hostage while Alex Lenny and Lydia frantically try to hunt him down. Meanwhile, Callum finally faces up to what he has done to Tommy, and Gillian comes to a decision about her future

As the soap reaches its final chapter, this documentary goes behind the scenes like never before, with cast members uniting to relive the moments that defined 24 years of Scotland's flagship drama. Together they revisit unforgettable storylines, share behind-the-scenes secrets and reflect on the impact the series has had on their lives and its audience. With access to the final week of filming, viewers witness the making of River City's last-ever episode, from the final rehearsals to the last take

John MacKay hosts discussion on Scotland's biggest news stories, with analysis from journalists, commentators and guests

A training exercise is complicated when Gary agrees to pick up a cooker for his father. Collecting the item with a tank is one thing, but hiding it from Sergeant Thomson is quite another. Starring Greg McHugh, Scott Fletcher and Stuart Bowman