BBC ALBA – WEEKLY PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS Saturday 5 February – Friday 11 February 2011

Title: Cuirm @ Celtic Connections 2011

Julie Fowlis presents the Sharon Shannon Big Band in concert from Glasgow's Fruitmarket during Celtic Connections. With guest appearances from Eleanor McEvoy, Heidi Talbot and Mundy.

Transmitted: Saturday 5th February 2011
Time: 21:00


Title: Whisky Galore
1943: The remote Hebridean island of Todday is thrown into despair when the its whisky runs out. Salvation arrives when a ship carrying 40,000 cases of whisky flounders on the island's rocks. But the islanders clash with authority in the shape of Home
Guard commander - Captain Waggett. Classic Ealing Comedy.

Transmitted: Saturday 5th February 2011
Time: 22:00


Title: Am Politician
Morag Stewart reports on the whisky cargo aboard the SS Politician which went aground off Eriskay in February 1941, the men who were sent to jail for 'salvaging' it, and asks why the ship carried an intriguing amount of Jamaican currency on board as she made for Kingston and New Orleans.

Transmitted: Saturday 5th February 2011
Time: 23:20


Title: Trusadh: Addiction

Addiction is described as a dysfunctional coping strategy and whether it is alcohol, narcotics, gambling or food, addiction affects thousands in this country bringing misery to many and death to some.

Trusadh - Addictions examines this vast topic through the prism of "commonality" and is led by recovering addict Norrie Macdonald. Norrie has been free of alcohol for ten years and his experience from a settled, idyllic upbringing in Lewis, through education in Glasgow and years of abuse to finally facing his addiction is charted, with supplementary testimony from fellow addicts and professionals, over the course of this 60 minute documentary.

Since then his life has been very active. He maintains a strong relationship with his ex-wife and children, he became captain of the local golf club and though he is a self effacing individual he hopes his story is an inspiration to others who find themselves locked in addiction.

Trusadh - Addictions illuminates the often secretive world of suffering and the shame of addiction and by doing so helps our understanding of those who find themselves trapped.

Transmitted: Monday 7th February 2011
Time: 21:00


Title: Thar an Aiseag / Ferry Tales

The ferry is an intrinsic part of life in many communities throughout Scotland. From large vessels to small motor boats, the ferries transport people, goods and livestock from islands and peninsulas, providing a crucial connection with mainland Scotland.

Over a year, this series follows the people that run and use Scotland's ferries, often in the most beautiful scenic areas of Scotland. From family run businesses to large corporations, all striving to deliver the best service, despite the daily challenges of weather, timetables and engineering problems. From holiday travellers to commuters and school children, the ferry is vital to people for all sorts of reasons.

In this programme, the crew and staff of Orkney's MV Pentalina, including the new Polish captain are kept busy. There is a special passenger on the Kerrera ferry; and two ferries depart for Westray with an unusual load.

Transmitted: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Time: 20:30


Title: Eorpa
Another edition of Eorpa, reporting on the most interesting stories from around Europe.

Transmitted: Wednesday 9th February 2011
Time: 20:30