Martin Compston announces date for new series Mayflies based on Scottish novel

GOOD Morning Britain descended into chaos today as Ben Shephard suffered a coughing fit live on air. His co-star Kate Garraway rushed to the rescue by whacking him on the back to clear his throat. But Ben was quick to say it hurt and didn't help him - as Kate joked "it helps me".

LOVE Island star Shaughna Phillips shared a very rare snap of her boyfriend Billy last night. The 28-year-old is currently expecting her first child with her man, but has never revealed his full identity to fans.

The popular holiday fixture had a party atmosphere in the pre-match packed clubhouse.

High rates of respiratory illness such as the flu are being recorded across Dumfries and Galloway.

Chatting to Tony Bonning in his renovated cottage near Dundrennan, it’s hard to imagine a more stunning backdrop.

The New Year began in style at Crossmichael on Sunday.

An Edinburgh nurse whose daughter killed herself after viewing harmful online content has backed calls for tougher social media regulation. Ruth Moss is campaigning with the NSPCC for new legislation which would hold tech bosses to account.

Lord Alan Sugar, 75, was in his early 50s at the time he was knighted for his "services to the Home Computer and Electronics Industry".The TV entrepreneur, who also has two honorary of Science, took to Twitter to recall his pride. The self-made billionaire excitedly informed his 5.2 million followers: "23 YEARS AGO! In the New Year's Honours list it was announced that I had been awarded a knighthood!"As I knelt before our late Queen, I remember reflecting upon what my mother and father might have thought and said had they still been alive."The nostalgic businessman added: "It was such a proud moment for me."Lord Sugar had been recognised, among other reasons, for helping to launch the public computer back in the 1980s via his electronics company, Amstrad.Newspapers have also branded Alan "the rudest man in Britain" for his no-nonsense tough talk, but equally he has many fans who love his strong personality - even after he pointed out not everyone had what it took to become a knight.On one occasion, he poked fun at Piers Morgan after the broadcaster lamented that he had not been recognised on the honours list, labelling it "baffling", but adding: "[The title] Sir Piers will have to wait."Alan tweeted a colourful response, telling his frenemy: "Knights are a very elite circle of people.The problem is your head is so far up in the clouds the Queen would not be able to tap you with the sword, She may be tempted to ram it where the sun does not shine!"Meanwhile, yesterday Alan was inundated with messages of congratulations from his followers while he reminisced.@skylon2012 praised: "A justified award for leadership in Technology, Engineering and Manufacturing creating value."Nowadays there are too many awards handed out to

THE Apprentice fans were left gutted last night as the famous Bridge Café wasn’t featured. The greasy spoon - where the candidates are sent to discuss their tricky tasks following a long, hard day of work - is a much-loved part of the show.

Angus Gunn is set for a shock Scotland switch of allegiance in order to answer Steve Clarke’s goalkeeping prayers.

South Lanarkshire Council leader Joe Fagan has shared a message with locals for the new year.

Robbie Neilson is looking for another centre back as Hearts prepare to welcome Yutaro Oda.

Andrew Neil, 73, has unleashed his opinion on excerpts of Prince Harry's autobiography that were leaked earlier than its proposed release next week.The popular journalist took to Twitter to share his anger towards Harry as he claimed to kill 25 Taliban during his time in Afghanistan, starting an "absolute nightmare".Harry's memoir, Spare, is due to be released next week but has been leaked and accidentally put on sale in Spain.In it, he reportedly claimed he killed 25 people when he was an Apache helicopter pilot during his second tour of duty in Afghanistan.In the heat of combat, the Prince did not think of the 25 as "people" but instead as "chess pieces" that had been taken off the board, The Telegraph reported.Prince Harry wrote: "So my number is 25. It’s not a number that fills me with satisfaction, but nor does it embarrass me."Many have shared their anger at the Duke of Sussex, sharing such details, including Andrew who took to Twitter in view of 1.2 million followers.He wrote: "Harry’s claim that he killed 25 Taliban is a nightmare — an absolute nightmare — for his security teams.

David Martindale says the players can decide amongst themselves who’s taking the next penalty as they search for spot-kick success.

A Lanarkshire thug who kicked and stamped 10 times on a defenceless man's head must pay the victim £1000 compensation.

Cate Blanchett, Michelle Williams and Jamie Lee Curtis led the stars this Thursday night at the glittering annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Gala.The trio of busty bombshells all modeled midwinter chic black ensembles that plunged to showcase their cleavages as they strode the red carpet.Jamie Lee, 64, the daughter of Old Hollywood stars Tony Curtis and Janet Lee, cut a glamorous figure in a suit that featured sheer lace trousers to emphasize her vertiginous legs. What a night: (from left) Cate Blanchett, Michelle Williams and Jamie Lee Curtis led the stars this Thursday night at the glittering annual Palm Springs International Film Festival GalaMeanwhile Cate, who has drawn international critical acclaim for her searing new movie Tár, exuded old-fashioned showbiz elegance in a look that featured a cape redolent of the 1930s.The widely feted actress, who is getting the Desert Palm Achievement Award at the current film festival, slid her lithe figure into a plunging black jumpsuit accented with shimmering embroidery.

Martin Compston has revealed he is the culprit for his son speaking his first swear word.

Martin Compston has announced a date for his brand new show The Rig. The Line of Duty star teased fans with a trailer on Instagram today - and revealed that the brand new drama will be out on January 6, 2023.

The BBC has announced its 2022 Christmas schedule and is certainly set to excite viewers over the festive season.