Virgin Media Four HD Friday

Comment and analysis on the big stories of the day in Ireland and abroad with a panel of guests covering the key issues

Italy v Ireland. A chance to see the match in the final round of fixtures, held at Stadio Olimpico

Alison Hammond is in the studio. Plus, Caprice and Patsy Kensit discuss their festive film, 'A Scottish Christmas Secret'

Ma Larkin wins a holiday weekend in Paris and Pop decides to make the trip a second honeymoon

The season of goodwill descends on the Larkin household, and the family celebrates the 'perfick' Christmas. David Jason and Pam Ferris star

Andrew O'Keefe presents the Down Under version of the quiz show in which four people must work together to beat the Chaser and win a cash prize

Head keeper Alan Woodward plots the future of rare Asiatic lion cub Tejas

An interview with the jockey, who reflects on a pioneering career, a life immersed in horse racing, and her role as a role model to other women

A lively mix of celebrity chat with national and international guests, fabulous food from the country's top chefs, expert advice and all the unmissable stories making the headlines

Paul meets an over-excitable bulldog called Bruce struggling with breathing issues, before helping to socialise a nervous stray saluki called Bambi

In a festive edition, the presenter returns to Battersea Dogs and Cats Home to help the canines find new forever homes, including seven-month-old spaniel Holly

A behind-the-scenes peek at the planet's most iconic establishments

An interview with the former Crystal Palace and Republic of Ireland defender, who discusses the highs and lows of his career

Archive news stories, looking back at the headlines from 1998

A look back at the stories making the headlines in 1999, set to a soundtrack of music from the year

Brian Dowling and his fashion-forward design team continue their mission to prove to the nation that it is possible achieve a dream renovation at little cost

Brian Dowling and his design team continue their mission to prove to the nation that it is possible achieve a dream home renovation at little cost

General knowledge quiz, hosted by John Barrowman, in which two teams of five players are pitted against each other for a chance to win £2,000

Andrew O'Keefe presents the Down Under version of the quiz show in which four people must work together to beat the Chaser and win a cash prize

Real-life small-claims cases on issues affecting family life, presided over by outspoken former New York judge Judy Sheindlin

Real-life small-claims cases on issues affecting family life, presided over by outspoken former New York judge Judy Sheindlin

Daily magazine, featuring a mix of celebrity chat, showbusiness news, lifestyle features, topical discussion, health and beauty advice and more