+ Top 7 Shows of the week
The South Westerlies, Sunday, RTÉ One
When a small town in Ireland is earmarked for a Norwegian-owned wind farm, it’s not just the spectacular scenery that’s under pressure. A single, working mother (Orla Brady) is tasked with going undercover to bring the project home. This new six-part series is created by Catherine Maher. See interview page 10
An Ríl Deal, Sunday, TG4
Síomha Ní Ruairc is the host as the hunt begins for the next big thing in the world of Irish dancing as Irish dancers of all styles and ages take to the stage to show o their dance moves. Keeping a close eye on all the talented hopefuls are judges, Breandán de Gallaí, Úna Ní Fhlatharta and Roy Galvin.
Sue Perkins: Along the US-Mexico Border, Monday, BBC One
When it comes to the US-Mexico border, the narrative is often driven by tales of drug tra cking, violent cartels and desperate migrants – not to mention Trump’s infamous wall. Sue Perkins wants to know what life is really like for ordinary people on both sides of the border.
The Deceived, Monday, Virgin Media One
This major new four-part drama is penned by Lisa McGee ( Derry Girls) and co-stars Emmet J. Scanlan, Emily Reid and man-of-the-moment, Paul Mescal. It’s a compelling tale of lust, manipulation and betrayal.
Scannal: Brinks Robbery RTÉ One, Tuesday
On January 24, 1995, five armed men raided a Brinks Allied depot in Clonshaugh in North Dublin making off with nearly IR£3m, the largest cash robbery in the history of the State up to that point. The scandal and legacy resonates over 25 years later.
Seal le Dáithí, Thursday, TG4
Aonghus McAnally is Dáithí Ó Sé’s guest in the first episode of the new series. A broadcaster, actor, musician and comedian, Aonghus has recently retired from working in RT É television and radio after 41 years.
Ros na Rún 25 Bliain - Tadhg, Thursday, TG4
Tadhg Ó Direáin has been the publican, undertaker and a callous businessman in the famous Irish soap. He has always meddled in other people’s business and in this special episode, dedicated to the man we love to hate, his fellow cast members get to meddle in his!