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Created by our Chair and Founder Caroline Diehl, this crowdfunding campaign has raised funds that will allow Together TV to broadcast more programmes made by, with and about diverse communities, bringing people together across the UK.

The first day I walked into my classroom as a Further Education Lecturer of Business Studies, I had to pinch myself. Racism was still rife in society in the late 70s and many memories of my school days and growing up in the 50s were still raw. I remember the outrage of my parents at the Government report that said Black children were educationally subnormal, and all because they spoke “patois”, apparently! 60 years later patois is spoken not just by the Windrush Generation but by Caribbeans born in the UK. 

We are pleased to announce that from Thursday 17th September, we will be stepping up to channel 87 on Freeview! 

Together TV currently sits on channel 88 on Freeview, but from 17th September, channel 88 will become the home of TogetherTV+1, the perfect place to catch your favourite shows that you might have just missed. Meanwhile you can watch TogetherTV, as normal, on channel 87. 

As we move into the summer months, we're thinking more about healthier lifestyles, fresh produce and getting fit.

On May 17th 1975, thirty-three people tragically lost their lives in a bus crash that is often considered Britain’s Worst Road Disaster. The crash occurred at Dibble Bridge when the brakes on a coach carrying mainly elderly passengers failed, sending the coach hurtling over the bridge.

You relied on us in the first lock down, you can rely on us this time too. You Are Not Alone; Let's face this Together.

If you are self-isolating we can help connect you with your nearest Mutual Aid group to find the support you need.

Our help line continues to run for those seeking assistance or looking for a friendly chat, find details of how to contact us here.