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A BBC TV channel for Scotland which will broadcast every evening and will show drama, factual, comedy and news programmes made in Scotland

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A BBC TV channel for Scotland which will broadcast every evening and will show drama, factual, comedy and news programmes made in Scotland


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Factual: Arts, Culture & the Media

Inspiring stories of creativity from across the vibrant arts scene in Scotland.

Inspiring stories of creativity from across the vibrant arts scene in Scotland.  A weekly podcast hosted by Nicola Meighan and a series of short films.

Street Photography in Govanhill

The Culture Scene: Shorts: Street Photography in Govanhill

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BBC Radio Scotland - The Culture Scene, Shorts, Street Photography in Govanhill

Following photographer Simon Murphy on the streets of Govanhill in Glasgow’s Southside.

Following street photographer Simon Murphy who has been documenting and celebrating Govanhill, Scotland’s most ethnically diverse neighbourhood, for over 20 years.

We meet street photographer Simon Murphy as he takes the final images for first major exhibition, and accompanying book publication. Govanhill is Simon’s long-term project documenting the people of this local area, which is truly international in its demographics, and follows a strong humanistic tradition in documentary photography. 

With an estimated 88 languages spoken in the densely populated area, the neighbourhood is a melting pot of cultures and ethnicities, and while these differences have contributed to tensions in the community, they also make it one of the most diverse and exciting places in the city.  

We follow Simon around Govanhill with his medium format camera as he meets and captures some new faces as well as old friends.

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