BBC Scotland TV Guide & Listings (Ireland Timezone)

BBC Scotland reflects modern Scottish life with regional news, sport, current affairs, comedy and documentaries rooted in local communities. See what's on BBC Scotland on Monday 18 May 2026 in the Ireland timezone with full listings and upcoming programmes.

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BBC Scotland Schedule — Mon 18 May

12:00 AM

This is BBC Scotland — 00:00

This is BBC Scotland
Highlights from the BBC Scotland channel.
Runtime: 6 hr
6:00 AM

This is BBC Scotland — 06:00

This is BBC Scotland
Highlights from the BBC Scotland channel.
Runtime: 6 hr
12:00 PM

This is BBC Scotland — 12:00

This is BBC Scotland
Highlights from the BBC Scotland channel.
Runtime: 2 hr
2:00 PM

This Farming Life — 14:00

D-Day for Dairy Farmers
Behind on the dairy shed build, Lucy and Adam still need to buy cows to milk. Callum and Zara are building for their future, and Terrence’s heart appointment gives cause to reflect.
Runtime: 1 hr
3:00 PM

Landward — 15:00

Episode 7
Dougie is in the Cairngorms to see how precious habitats are being protected against wildfires. Meanwhile, Anne takes a trip to the Isle of May to uncover her family’s lighthouse history.
Runtime: 30 min
3:30 PM

Beechgrove Garden — 15:30

Episode 7
It's time for some early summer colour as Carole Baxter is at Glenarn in the first of her visits to classic Scottish gardens.
Runtime: 30 min
4:00 PM

This is BBC Scotland — 16:00

This is BBC Scotland
Highlights from the BBC Scotland channel.
Runtime: 3 hr
7:00 PM

Reporting Scotland — 19:00

News at Seven: 18/05/2026
More from the day’s top stories and communities across Scotland.
Runtime: 30 min
7:30 PM

Sportscene: Scottish Women's Premier League — 19:30

Highlights 2025/26: 18/05/2026
Amy Canavan presents highlights from the weekend’s fixtures in the SWPL.
Runtime: 30 min
8:00 PM

The Harbour — 20:00

Episode 3
Following the people working at Aberdeen harbour. Trainee harbour pilot Ralph faces a tough test on the simulator. Ex-sailor Ellen hopes to take Ralph's place as VTS controller.
Runtime: 30 min
8:30 PM

The Harbour — 20:30

Episode 4
Following the people working at Aberdeen harbour. Ralph's training illustrates the dangers of his new job. The chaplain's campaign for a sea farer's centre finally pays off.
Runtime: 30 min
9:00 PM

Surgeons: At the Edge of Life — 21:00

Life on the Line
Surgeons face a difficult dilemma in the middle of a life-saving bile duct cancer operation. A chest sarcoma proves more challenging than expected, with no room for error.
Runtime: 1 hr
10:00 PM

Only Child — 22:00

Dual Control
Ken needs to resit his driving exam in order to win back his licence. Richard offers to take him out on a mock test, not realising just how rusty his dad has become behind the wheel.
Runtime: 30 min
10:30 PM

Two Doors Down — 22:30

Willie's Wake
Sitcom. After an emotional funeral for his dad, Colin and Cathy have the neighbours round but understandably Colin is not his usual upbeat self.
Runtime: 30 min
11:00 PM

Scotcast — 23:00

Conversation about Scotland’s biggest news stories, hosted by Martin Geissler.
Runtime: 30 min
11:30 PM

Stevens & McCarthy — 23:30

Episode 2
Awkward husbands make for an awkward chat, and a man-spreader learns a lesson.
Runtime: 30 min
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is on BBC Scotland tonight?

Tonight (Monday 18 May) on BBC Scotland, you can watch Reporting Scotland, Sportscene: Scottish Women's Premier League, The Harbour, and Surgeons: At the Edge of Life. Check the full schedule for more details.

How can I watch BBC Scotland live?

You can watch BBC Scotland 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 Scotland today?

Today's programming on BBC Scotland ends at 00:00 (00:00 your time) with Stevens & McCarthy.

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.

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