PICK OF THE DAY

EMPIRE STATE OF MIND 9PM, CH4

★★★★ Whatever your views on the British Empire, passions run hot. In this two-part series, Sathnam Sanghera (right) explores this highly emotive subject, delivering an impassioned plea for us to look carefully at our past and to acknowledge where and when British power, pride and patriotism came at a cost to others. Sathnam presents some compelling examples, including a conversation with Alex Renton, a writer whose ancestors were slave owners, as well as the forgotten stories of servicemen who fought and died for Empire.

VICTORIAN BRITAIN: THE LOST FILMS 6.30PM, CH5

★★★★

This footage brings ordinary Victorians to life – we see how they lived and, with newly colourised film, see the world as they did. Featured stories include the disastrous launch of HMS Albion in 1898, and the Salvation Army’s campaign to improve working conditions for girls who made matchsticks.

THE MADAME BLANC MYSTERIES 7.55PM, CH5

★★★

It’s the final episode, and Jean is planning a trip home to get the ring valued. But first, she has unfinished business – with Dom, as well as with that shadowy figure who has been watching her every move. The stage is set for an emotional finale, with a few surprises in store.

BRITAIN BY BEACH 8PM, CH4

★★★★

Anita Rani heads to the east coast of Scotland, where she learns of remarkable events that helped to forge the country. At Dunnottar Castle, Anita hears how a priest and his wife protected the national crown jewels, and at Portobello beach, she discovers what inspired Sir Walter

Scott. SIMONE ANDREWS