5 News at Lunchtime has a new episode airing Friday, October 16, 2026 at 12:45pm. Series 2026, Episode 205 titled "Episode 205" will be broadcast on 5.

The midday bulletin returns with its standard fare of national and international headlines, sporting results, and the afternoon forecast. No major structural changes or special features are indicated for this transmission. The programme continues its core function as the essential midday update for viewers checking in during their day. It covers the usual breadth of current affairs, from domestic politics to global developments, alongside the sports scores and weather outlook that anchor the format. It is a routine instalment of the daily news cycle, delivering the information required to stay informed before the evening begins.

Programme Information

Channel: 5
Status: Running
Genre(s): Drama
Runtime: 5 minutes
Rating: N/A/10
Official Site: 5 News at Lunchtime

Main Cast

Sangeeta Kandola as Presenter

Episode Details

Series: 2026
Episode: 205
Episode Title: Episode 205
Air Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Air Time: 12:45pm
Runtime: 5 minutes

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Aired: Monday, January 4, 2016

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