STV News

STV stands out as Scotland's top digital media brand, delivering high-quality content to audiences through various channels, including television, online platforms, and on-demand services. Each month, STV's broadcast channel connects with 3.5 million viewers, showcasing an impressive lineup of programming. This includes popular soap operas like Emmerdale and Coronation Street, gripping dramas, entertainment favorites such as The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent, and a wealth of local news, making it the most extensive local news service in the UK. In April, STV introduced a new channel named STV2, which operates 24/7. Viewers can find it on Freeview channel 8, Sky channel 117, and Virgin channel 159. It is also available for streaming online and allows for catch-up viewing via the STV Player. STV2 boasts a vibrant schedule featuring an enhanced hourly news segment, the weekday magazine show Live at Five, the popular Irish soap Fair City, local sports coverage, top UK and international dramas, along with classic films. STV's digital presence includes Scotland's leading commercial media website, stv.tv, and a comprehensive news app that provides users with local, national, and international news, features, sports updates, and weather information all in one convenient location. The STV Player allows viewers within STV’s licensed areas in Scotland to watch programs live or catch up on previously aired content. STV's content is accessible across multiple platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows 8, YouView, and Samsung Smart TV.