David Dimbleby introduces live coverage as the lying in state of the late Nelson Mandela begins at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, South Africa. Show more

How the Crinan Canal cut journey times for boats travelling up the west coast of Scotland, and how Loch Ness became a key part of the Caledonian Canal. Show more

Once hoped to be the most spectacular comet in a generation, Horizon examines the insights Comet ISON might bring to some of science's greatest mysteries. Show more

Ronnie Corbett looks at our obsession with pets, meeting pet psychic Michelle as she attempts to read the minds of owners' dogs, and putting her to the test with his own dog. Show more

An update on research at the Deafness, Cognition and Language Centre at University College London, about how deaf people perceive the world differently from hearing people. Show more

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Andrew Neil and Jo Coburn with live coverage of Prime Minister's Questions. With MPs Philip Hammond and Rachel Reeves, and a look at politicians' Christmas cards.

Martin Dorey travels around Britain in his classic camper van. In Norfolk, he gets knee deep in crab-infested mud to pick fresh samphire for his lunch. Show more

Fred shares his enthusiasm for Britain's industrial heritage. In this final programme, Fred visits Warwick Castle and Ely Cathedral. Show more

Wildlife adventure series following a team of explorers in the heart of the tropical island of Borneo. One of the team is bitten by a deadly coral snake. Show more

Detective drama. Ordered to work a weekend sorting paperwork, the squad are galvanised when Isbecki finds a mugshot that ties to an investigation of Petrie's. Show more

Classic sitcom. When Mrs Slocombe's new flat is occupied by squatters, she sets up house in one of Grace Brothers' vacant departments.

Wartime sitcom. A medal for bravery, a suicide pill and a hide-out in the Vatican introduce an old habit to Rene.

Fiona Bruce introduces the finds that stood out in terms of pure quality from 31 years of Antiques Roadshow valuations, and we meet the owner of a 100,000 pound piece of furniture. Show more

Dermot Murnaghan hosts a celebrity edition of the quiz. Breakfast show presenters Jayne Irving, Lizzie Webb, Sally Jones, Diana Moran and Kaye Adams challenge the Eggheads. Show more

Zoe Ball presents all the gossip and exclusive news from Strictly Come Dancing, plus Ian Waite takes us through how the couples are getting on in training.

David Dimbleby introduces edited coverage of the lying in state of the late Nelson Mandela in South Africa's seat of government, the Union Buildings in Pretoria. Show more

Following a year in Carol Klein's garden in north Devon. In November and December, the first frosts have struck. Holly, box and yew reveal their evergreen glory. Show more

Thirty of the world's greatest chefs descend on London for a unique dinner. The three finalists have a main and dessert each on the menu, and must do all they can to impress. Show more

Historians run a farm in West Sussex exactly as it would have been in 1500. The team explores Tudor hospitality, learning how the monasteries courted wealthy benefactors. Show more

Documentary. After decades of silence, British, American and Russian submariners talk about the secret war of espionage waged beneath the waves during the Cold War. Show more

An update on research at the Deafness, Cognition and Language Centre at University College London, about how deaf people perceive the world differently from hearing people. Show more

Jeremy Paxman travels the world exploring different aspects of the British Empire. He looks at the characters who created an empire four times the size of ancient Rome's. Show more