Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 1st January 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

A new recruit joins the team in April 1968, and while everyone is keen to make a good impression on the new arrival, she is not afraid to ruffle some feathers. Racial tensions cast a shadow over Poplar following Enoch Powell’s infamous `Rivers of Blood” speech and the effects ripple across the community. A terminally ill patient discharges herself from hospital and wishes to be cared for by her friend.

Motorhoming with Merton & Webster (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 1st January 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

Cornwall. Series 2, episode 1. Paul Merton and Suki Webster take to the roads again, beginning by heading to Cornwall, home to crystal-clear waters, picturesque fishing villages and beautiful beaches. Their first destination is the Lizard – the most southerly point on the British mainland – where they go seal watching, before going out with a local fisherman to try their hands at catching spider crabs.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 2nd January 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

The Penitent (Part 1/2). A man is thrown from a high-rise building, an incident that may be connected to a notorious organised crime syndicate. Aided by the National Crime Agency, Nikki and her team set about uncovering the truth. As they descend deeper into the murky depths of the investigation, Nikki soon finds herself caught in the organisation’s web, with deadly consequences.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 3rd January 2023) ** PICK THE WEEK + NEW SERIES **

The classroom drama returns for a new term seven years since it was last on BBC One, with a few familiar faces alongside the class of 2023. Former pupils Donte and Chlo are excited about daughter Izzy’s first day at school, and while things get off to a bumpy start, events inspire the girl in a way she would never have expected. Headteacher Kim Campbell tries to deal with a peaceful protest – only for it to escalate into a full-blown riot. Starring Angela Griffin, Adam Thomas and Katie Griffiths.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 3rd January 2023)

The Penitent (Part 2/2). Nikki becomes more involved with the `Ndrangheta” and Jack discovers some disturbing leads. An unlikely alliance brings them closer to the truth but not without some collateral damage.

Iain Robertson Rambles (BBC Scotland/HD & BBC iPlayer only | 8:30pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 5th January 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

The actor takes on the Hebridean Way, a 200-mile challenge that includes 10 islands, six causeways and two ferries, as well as exciting diversions along the route. Setting out from the beautiful white sands on the south beach of Vatersay, Iain and his buoyant companion, Mollie the Collie will head north, visiting some moving monuments along the way.

Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 6th January 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

A group of astronomers gathers on the cliffs of Saint Marie to watch Jupiter and Saturn align – a once-in-a-lifetime planetary event. However, one of its number – renowned professor Bertrand Sworder – meets an untimely death. The circumstances of his demise warrant the involvement of Neville and Naomi, who soon learn there was some professional hostility towards Sworder. Back at the station, Darlene announces that she has passed her exam and is ready to be a trainee officer. Caribbean-set detective drama, starring Ralf Little, Don Warrington and Tahj Miles.

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