First Dates Season 16

As a new series launches from an all-new Manchester venue, more singletons are looking for love, from a glamorous gran to a parliamentary worker who loves to talk sex and politics

Double-divorcee and 'hopeless romantic' Ian hopes it's third time lucky, with Amy. Scientist Gerald meets 'free spirit' Lisa. And will nervous Danny regret his five pre-date pints?

Luxury car seller Sam likes his women 'fast and topless'. Is former teacher MJ open to Sam's desire to explore the kinkier side of sex? And black belt Keira meets ex-footballer Max.

Can Fred and co rustle up some love action on Valentine's for more hopeful singletons - from a wedding planner to an ex-politician and a West End actor who's looking for a first boyfriend?

Beauty queen bricklayer Chloe seeks a girl with grand design for the future. India wants a tall, dark, handsome guy. And financial investigator Sylthea gives her date a grilling.

Ex-strongman Matt meets midwife Kat, who has a big story to tell. And is David from Portugal the 'upbeat, fun Latino' of Devon housekeeper Luke's dreams?