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BBC Scotland

The BBC's national division for Scotland, headquartered at Pacific Quay in Glasgow.

Last refreshed: 7 October 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic

Key Question

How does BBC Scotland's joint debate with STV shape the 2026 Holyrood campaign narrative?

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Background

BBC Scotland is the BBC's national division for Scotland, with its headquarters at Pacific Quay in Glasgow. It runs the BBC Scotland television channel, launched on 24 February 2019, and BBC Radio Scotland, and is funded through the UK licence fee.

During the 2026 Holyrood election campaign it broadcast a Scottish leaders debate from Paisley. The Times called Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar's NHS exchange with First Minister John Swinney a "slam-dunk". STV hosted a separate debate from Edinburgh's Signet Library on 28 April.

Pacific Quay also carries BBC Alba, the Gaelic-language channel the BBC runs jointly with MG Alba.

Common Questions
What is BBC Scotland?
The BBC's national division for Scotland, based at Pacific Quay in Glasgow. It runs the BBC Scotland TV channel and BBC Radio Scotland.Source: BBC
When did the BBC Scotland channel launch?
On 24 February 2019, as a dedicated channel for Scottish programmes.Source: BBC
Where was the BBC Scotland Holyrood leaders debate held in 2026?
In Paisley, in April 2026. STV held a separate debate from Edinburgh's Signet Library on 28 April.Source: Lowdown
Source Material
BBC Scotland (TV channel)BBC ScotlandBBC Scotland