Broadcast Prism — Channel 5: 5 News with Dan Walker

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An overwhelmingly domestic bulletin was led by Russell Brand's conviction for rape and three sexual assaults, which ran for 15 minutes 27 seconds, almost half the programme. The remaining airtime was largely taken by a raised minimum jail term, the Bank of England's rate rise, Bonfire Night policing in Scotland and two human-interest interviews. The US midterms were the main international story.

Running order

1:54 Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault · 15m 27s
The jury convicted Russell Brand of one rape and three sexual assaults after three days of deliberations, and he was remanded in custody for sentencing on Monday.
7:40 Court of Appeal raises Henry Nowak killer's minimum term to 25 years · 2m 24s
Three senior judges quashed Vikram Digwa's 21-year minimum term for killing Henry Nowak and substituted 25 years, minus 175 days already spent in custody.
10:41 Bank of England raises interest rates to 4% and warns more may follow · 3m 44s
The Bank of England raised its base rate from 3.75% to 4%, the first increase in more than three years, and Governor Andrew Bailey said further rises were not inevitable.
14:26 Democrats win control of Congress in US midterms · 3m 1s
Democrats took control of Congress as midterm results came in, while Vice President J.D. Vance blamed the Iran war and Ron DeSantis called the defeat near extinction-level for Republicans.
25:51 Police Scotland deploys 1,700 officers to tackle Bonfire Night disorder · 3m 8s
Police Scotland deployed up to 1,700 officers across the country for Bonfire Night, European football in Glasgow and a possible city-centre protest.
45:50 Lisa Hughes has worn fancy dress every day for 310 days and raised £5,000 for charity · 2m 59s
Lisa Hughes from Bolton marked day 310 of wearing a different fancy dress costume daily and had raised more than £5,000 for three local charities.
49:17 Antony Cotton delivers 75,000-signature veterans petition to PM · 3m 57s
Coronation Street actor Antony Cotton joined campaigners at Downing Street to deliver a 75,000-signature petition and letter urging the Prime Minister to keep the promise to veterans.

On air

People and organisations this broadcast put on air during its news coverage. The channel's own presenters and reporters are not listed. Names as transcribed.

2:40

Russell Brand, comedian, actor, presenter, sex offender
13:11

Andrew Bailey, The Bank of England's Governor
15:43

Donald Trump, President
16:36

J.D. Vance, Vice President
16:52

Ron DeSantis, the outgoing governor of Florida
32:57

Georgina Baillie, Brand's former lover
46:39

Lisa Hughes
50:01

Antony Cotton, actor Antony Cotton

1:54
Story begins Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault
2:15

Claim Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault

A live Metropolitan Police investigation involved two complainants who had made allegations.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 2:15-2:24
2:40

Claim Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault

The Metropolitan Police released an interview recording from Russell Brand's arrest, in which he said he had led a promiscuous life but denied non-consensual sexual activity.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 2:40-2:55
5:52

Charged quote Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault

But, of course, I don't want to go to jail, but, you know, it's God's will. I'll go where God wants me. If God wants me in jail, I'll go to jail. Russell Brand abused his position and abused women in numbers that are still not entirely clear. A high-profile offender who carried on with impunity for more than 20 years. And Julian is here.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 5:52-5:59
6:07

Claim Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault

The judge told Russell Brand to expect a lengthy custodial sentence, with sentencing set for Monday.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 6:07-6:13
6:16

Claim Russell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault

Russell Brand was convicted at Southwark Crown Court of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault, with the rape relating to a young fan after a 2009 show.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 6:16-6:25
7:40
Story begins Court of Appeal raises Henry Nowak killer's minimum term to 25 years
8:40

Claim Court of Appeal raises Henry Nowak killer's minimum term to 25 years

Lawyers for the Attorney General argued that Henry Nowak was defenceless and that the knife was used in repeated lethal violence.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 8:40-8:50
9:32

Claim Court of Appeal raises Henry Nowak killer's minimum term to 25 years

The Court of Appeal increased the minimum sentence from 21 years to 25 years.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 9:32-9:39
10:41
Story begins Bank of England raises interest rates to 4% and warns more may follow
12:27

Claim Bank of England raises interest rates to 4% and warns more may follow

A quarter-point rise in interest rates typically adds £15 to £30 to mortgage payments.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 12:27-12:37
12:27

Claim Bank of England raises interest rates to 4% and warns more may follow

A typical tracker mortgage payment was reported to rise by £37 per month.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 12:27-12:33
14:26
Story begins Democrats win control of Congress in US midterms
15:04

Claim Democrats win control of Congress in US midterms

BBC One reported that JD Vance blamed the Iran war for the defeat.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 15:04-15:07
16:45

Claim Democrats win control of Congress in US midterms

Ron DeSantis said the Republican defeat was potentially existential for the party.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 16:45-16:58
16:52

Charged quote Democrats win control of Congress in US midterms

Ron DeSantis, the outgoing governor of Florida had the most damning verdict on the election results. This is close to an extinction level event for Republicans in many parts of the country as we have seen probably in the last hundred years. Another day here has simply confirmed just how extraordinary the Democratic victory has been

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 16:52-17:03
25:51
Story begins Police Scotland deploys 1,700 officers to tackle Bonfire Night disorder
25:58

Claim Police Scotland deploys 1,700 officers to tackle Bonfire Night disorder

Police Scotland deployed 1,700 officers across Scotland for Bonfire Night.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 25:58-26:05
27:13

Claim Police Scotland deploys 1,700 officers to tackle Bonfire Night disorder

The number of firework control zones increased from 12 to 18 this year.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 27:13-27:18
45:50
Story begins Lisa Hughes has worn fancy dress every day for 310 days and raised £5,000 for charity
49:17
Story begins Antony Cotton delivers 75,000-signature veterans petition to PM
50:14

Claim Antony Cotton delivers 75,000-signature veterans petition to PM

Antony Cotton and campaigners delivered a petition with more than 75,000 signatures and a letter to the Prime Minister asking the government to keep its promise to veterans and provide more support.

Channel 5, 5 News with Dan Walker, 5 November 2026, 50:14-50:25
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