TV PICKS OF THE WEEK
DR ALEX: OUR MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS
Tonight, BBC1, 10.30pm
Children and young people across the UK are facing short, medium and long-term impacts on their emotional wellbeing as a result of the pandemic and this film sees Dr Alex George explore how local charities, including BBC Children in Needfunded projects, are making a difference.
As an A&E doctor, who serves as the UK Youth Mental Health Ambassador, Alex has seen first-hand the effects of the pandemic on young people’s mental wellbeing, but he never thought it would affect his own family. In July 2020, Alex’s 19-year-old brother Llyr – who had been struggling with anxiety during lockdown – took his own life. In this poignant film, Alex follows the journeys of young people who are facing mental-health issues.
KATE HUMBLE: GOOD LIFE, GREEN LIFE
Tomorrow, Channel 5, 8pm
Living a greener life isn’t just good for the planet – according to Kate Humble, it can also increase our own sense of wellbeing.
The presenter has strived to keep sustainability at the heart of everything she does on her farm and in her own home, and has found that rather than feeling like a chore or sacrifice it has actually brought her joy. Now, in this one-off special she’s sharing some simple ways to save the planet. They include making your own pond and tips on growing your own food and attracting bees.
WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE? CELEBRITY SPECIAL
Tuesday, ITV, 9pm
Jeremy Clarkson returns to the much-loved quiz to host a special, charity fundraising edition.
TV judge Robert Rinder and reality TV stalwart-turned-presenter Scarlett Moffatt are the brave souls entering the spotlight.
GRAND DESIGNS: HOUSE OF THE YEAR 2021
Wednesday, Channel 4, 9pm
Some of the properties featured on Grand Designs are more successful than others, but the homes included on this spin-off series are guaranteed
to be impressive. That’s because they are all in the running to become the 2021 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) House of the Year.
In the opening episode, Kevin McCloud and his co-presenters, architect Damion Burrows and design expert Michelle Ogundehin, visit five properties which have made the longlist.
SORT YOUR LIFE OUT WITH STACEY SOLOMON Thursday, BBC1, 8pm
During 30 years of marriage, it’s only natural for people to accumulate a lot of stuff – but craft-loving Sue and retired electrician and car boot sale
enthusiast Wayne take the biscuit.
Their son Alex claims he’s too embarrassed by the clutter to invite friends round, so the couple have agreed to abide by Solomon and co’s instructions.
If nothing else, their kitchen will be getting a spruce up from carpenter Rob, while Iwan gives the entire place a supersize spring clean.
CHILDREN IN NEED 2021 Friday, BBC1, 7pm
The full extravaganza is upon us, featuring a mix of music, dance and comedy – and a few surprises.
We do know that fitness presenter Joe Wicks and Love Island host Laura Whitmore are among the famous faces involved, alongside singers Sophie EllisBextor and Ella Henderson, I’m a Celeb winner Giovanna Fletcher, rappers Professor Green and Lady Leshurr, and presenters Katie Piper and Ade Adepitan. And there will be reminders of the good causes supported by Children In Need.
PAUL McCARTNEY AT THE BBC Saturday, BBC2, 7.55pm
Britain’s most successful singersongwriter gets the ‘at the BBC’ treatment with this compilation of TV appearances from Paul McCartney’s post-Beatles career.
It features some of his popular songs and iconic performances on the Beeb plus backstage footage, interviews and appearances from familiar faces including die-hard Beatles fan, Bob Mortimer.