LINE of Duty star Martin Compston is no longer on the hunt for bent coppers – instead, he's been filming in the Borders in a search for the best of Scotland.
The Detective Inspector Steve Arnott actor has been working on Scottish Fling, a brand new, six-part travel documentary about what makes modern Scotland tick.
He was spotted on Channel Street in Galashiels by local councillor Euan Jardine and after interrogation he revealed the reason for his visit to the town.
After today's advice surgery, I bumped into Martin Compston on Channel Street. He advised that he is filming a documentary in Galashiels which I am sure will undoubtedly bring some positive publicity for the town! pic.twitter.com/xjf2FEP9o1
— Euan Jardine (@VoteJardine) April 1, 2022
The show, which is being made by Scottish production company Tern Television, has been commissioned by BBC Scotland.
It follows Compston and his TV presenter pal Phil MacHugh on an unforgettable trip across the country to find out how the nation is being shaped by its people and landscape.
Speaking about the show, Compston said: "I've travelled all over the country for work and leisure – but this is the first time I'll be meeting real modern Scots on camera, sharing their thoughts and passions.
"We're excited to get stuck in, and to experience the best that Scotland has to offer in the 21st century."
Last year Compston starred in the hit series Vigil and most recently was on our screens in Our House on ITV.
He also appeared in a Line of Duty cast reunion at Port Glasgow Town Hall, with a recording of the event available exclusively to our readers, raising money for Greenock's Ardgowan Hospice.
Later this year he will be starring in Prime Video thriller The Rig set on a Scottish oil rig
The BBC have yet to announce a release date for Scottish Fling.
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