BBC News TV Guide
BBC News provides trusted, round-the-clock reporting, live breaking updates, in-depth analysis and global perspectives from the BBC newsroom. See what's on BBC News on Sunday 12 April 2026 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Dates
BBC News Schedule — Sun 12 Apr
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The Media Show — 00:30
A global, topical weekly show that lifts the hood on the entertainment and news business. The Media Show explores the companies and personalities who command our attention.
Runtime:
30 min
Adventures in Conservation — 01:30
Michaela Strachan journeys to Uzbekistan's remote mountains to track the elusive snow leopard. She joins park rangers to lay camera traps and collect vital data.
Runtime:
30 min
Scams & Scandals — 02:30
What happens when the sperm or egg donor you choose isn't the one you get? We speak to British families who have made disturbing discoveries about their IVF treatment in northern Cyprus.
Runtime:
30 min
AI Decoded — 03:30
Join our AI Decoded team as we unpack and take a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence.
Runtime:
30 min
Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook — 05:30
Continuing her culinary travels, chef Rachel Khoo visits the rugged and romantic Catalonian coastline and explores its coves to uncover some local foodie secrets.
Runtime:
30 min
Breakfast — 06:00
The latest news, sport, business and weather from the BBC's Breakfast team.
Runtime:
3 hr
Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg — 09:00
The big names behind the big stories. Laura Kuenssberg talks to those making the news, inside and outside politics.
Runtime:
1 hr
The President's Path — 11:30
Join Caitríona Perry and Sumi Somaskanda for a dynamic weekly discussion on the US presidency.
Runtime:
30 min
The Media Show — 13:30
A global, topical weekly show that lifts the hood on the entertainment and news business. The Media Show explores the companies and personalities who command our attention.
Runtime:
30 min
Tech Now — 14:30
Inside Europe’s Space Race
Adrienne Murray visits the Esrange Spaceport in the extreme north of Sweden, to explore the latest tech being developed and tested inside Europe's space race.
Runtime:
30 min
The Iran War — 18:30
Today: 12/04/2026
A daily briefing from BBC News on the latest developments on the Israel-US war in Iran.
Runtime:
15 min
Debate Night — 19:00
Leaders Special
Leaders of the Scottish National Party, Scottish Labour, Scottish Conservatives, Scottish Greens, Scottish Liberal Democrats and Reform UK Scotland face questions from a live studio audience.
Runtime:
1 hr 30 min
AI Decoded — 23:30
Join our AI Decoded team as we unpack and take a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence.
Runtime:
30 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC News tonight?
Tonight (Sunday 12 April) on BBC News, you can watch Debate Night, Newscast, and BBC News. Check the full schedule for more details.
How can I watch BBC News live?
You can watch BBC News live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.
When does programming end on BBC News today?
Today's programming on BBC News ends at 00:00 with AI Decoded.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.