Tonight - Episode Guide

A look at a possible cure for Dyslexia currently under trial.

Jonathan Maitland investigates how Britain's Taxi Drivers are under threat from American company Uber.

Fiona Foster reports on what people can do to tackle those who are lonely this Christmas time.

Fiona Foster investigates the troubling statistics that around a third of people in the UK struggle to get the recommended amount of sleep.

Jonathan Maitland reports on how councils are cutting back waste collections and reducing bin sizes.

Fiona Foster reports on how supermarkets are battling to keep the business they have from cheap discount retailers and online shopping services.

Richard Edgar investigates why Britain's productivity lags behind that of Germany, France, Denmark and Sweden despite a recent economic revival in the country.

Julie Etchingham challenges a tech-obsessed family to give up their smart phones and tablets for a week to see what difference it really makes.

Helen Skelton reports on her most difficult challenge yet - been a mum and maintaining her career.

A investigation into the scary rising statistic that more women are dying at the hands of their partners then ever before.

A investigation into the youth obesity crisis in the UK.

The episode, shot over two years, explores whether bringing a victim of crime face-to-face with the perpetrator actually works.

Janet Street-Porter investifates concerns around the growing wealth gap between young and old.

Jonathan Maitland investigates just how much is too much alcohol.

In 2016 Britain, one of the key issues is migration. In the European referendum, it is one of the key topics been used poll after poll. The number of people coming to Britain is still rising, but what are the real facts behind the much reported pressures of immigration, and is Britain really too full? Reporter Ranvir Singh travels to London, Lincolnshire, Lancashire and Greater Manchester to find out.

It has been three years since food fraud hit the headlines after horse meat was discovered in some supermarket products. As the National Food Crime Unit publishes its very first report, Aasmah Mir investigates to see if controls have been tightened and asks - how safe is our food?

Charlene White investigates whether the system is letting young homeless Britons down as she meets desperate youths sleeping on the streets or on friends' sofas, all struggling to survive. More than 80,000 young people in the UK experience homelessness each year and with cuts biting, increasing numbers are now struggling to make ends meet and losing the roofs over their heads. In the budget, the government promised over 100 million pounds to services tackling homelessness, but with plans to curb housing benefit for 18 to 21-year-olds from next year and other benefit changes, will more young people end up being forced onto the streets?

With 750 million pounds having been stolen from our bank accounts in the past year, Jonathan Maitland investigates how it is being taken - and who is to blame.

In the first of a two-part programme, ITV's political editor Robert Peston examines the case for staying or leaving the European Union ahead of the referendum in June. He looks at whether Britain's exit really would mean some medium term drop in prosperity as some predict, and examines whether that is a price we are prepared to pay for increased control over our laws and borders. He travels to Switzerland to see if we could embrace their version of life on the outside of the EU.

ITV political editor Robert Peston examines the case for staying or leaving the European Union ahead of the referendum in June. In the second of two programmes, Peston examines how leaving or staying might impact security at home and how the vote could affect immigration in future. What does controlling our borders mean in a post-Brexit world - and what price are we prepared to pay for this privilege?

When faced with a situation where a split second decision must be made, would most people intervene and possibly prevent a crime, or help a stranger in need even if putting themselves at risk? Fiona Foster investigates the potential consequences of stepping in to assist others, and why many ultimately choose to walk on by and not get involved.

Special programme from the Greek Islands of Lesbos and Chios, looking at the work of dedicated British volunteers helping some of Europe's most vulnerable refugees. The programme details some of the moving stories of families who have fled war-torn countries, as well as following some of the Brits caring for orphaned children whose parents perished in the journey to reach Europe.

The UK produces millions of tonnes of waste every year but, for the first time in a decade, recycling rates are falling. With some bins getting smaller - and some councils collecting rubbish less frequently - there is growing concern about the impact it could have on the nation's streets and environment. Jonathan Maitland reports on the battle of the bins.

Paul Wilson died after eating a takeaway curry that should not have contained peanuts. But with an estimated 20 organised crime gangs linked to food fraud, how much do any of us know what exactly we are eating? Aasmah Mir investigates.

Tonight explores the way the vote to leave the EU will affect people's money, property, holidays and bills. ITV's consumer affairs editor Chris Choi talks to families and businesses across the country to see how Brexit will change their lives, and personal finance expert Martin Lewis gives his top tips for life beyond Brexit.

Jonathan Maitland reports on the current state of the UK housing market. Is post-Brexit Britain an opportunity for millions to finally buy their own home, or should the public brace themselves for a house price crash?

Coronation Street actress Catherine Tyldesley investigates the diet industry to find out what impact weight loss has on our minds and bodies. With many of us gearing up for the summer holidays, there are no shortage of diets to help us slim down for the beach - but are quick-fix diets a sensible solution for long-term health?

Car insurance costs and premiums are on the rise again for many, despite competition and price comparison sites. Aasmah Mir investigates some of the factors driving such increases, including dodgy claims and compensation culture.

As interest rates drop to record lows and many bank accounts offer little in the way of returns, are savers now facing a crisis? Adam Shaw explores the impact of the rate cuts, and finds out what other options might be available for people trying to be smart with their money.

Murders, serious crimes and incidents involving people with mental illness seem to hit the headlines with frightening regularity. Aasmah Mir investigates whether they are being let down by a system that is not coping or caring for them properly.

Jonathan Maitland and the Tonight team investigate why hundreds of employees of public bodies every year are suspended on full pay at huge cost to the tax payer, using Freedom of Information legislation to unveil the scale of the problem.

Tonight investigates the increasingly sophisticated methods criminals are using to target the elderly and defraud them of their savings.

Robert Moore explores why many Americans feel so angry ahead of one of the most bitterly-fought and divisive presidential campaigns in history. Voters in Ohio hold the election in the balance and tensions are running high. Trump and Clinton supporters both share their fears for the future if the other side triumphs.

Fiona Foster investigates how A&E departments are coping with a record number of patients.

Ranvir Singh investigates holiday's taken during term time.

Adam Shaw investigates the rising costs of funerals.

With the government set to give the go-ahead to the biggest infrastructure scheme in a generation, who will benefit from a rail project that may cost more than 56 billion pounds?

As a new health study claims that the British are the worst sleepers in the world, Fiona Foster investigates the consequences of sleep deprivation - and finds out what can be done to ensure a good night's rest.

Julie Etchingham speaks to women going through 'the change', their partners and families to break the silence around the menopause. With millions of women in work during their menopausal years, are workplaces doing enough to support women as they work through what can be devastating symptoms, and can new UK guidelines aimed at empowering bosses to support women going through them really help?

The Christmas countdown has begun with millions of us starting our search for those special gifts. However there are an increasing number of consumer dangers out there - from online fraud to hazardous toys. Adam Shaw reports on how people can keep their money and families safe when shopping during the festive season.

Jonathan Maitland discovers why the local pub could be making a comeback. Pubs contribute billions to the economy every year - yet it is estimated each week around 20 of them shut their doors forever. But with many communities now rallying to save their much-loved local, and the craft beer industry flourishing, is the pub industry having a renaissance?

Every year millions of people sit down to Christmas dinner on 25 December. It may be the event that the nation loves, but what is the true cost of bringing the family together around the table? Fiona Foster reports on what impact the big day has on our health, wealth and well-being.

It has been dubbed the year of rebellion - a year when everything that was assumed to be the political and social norm was turned upside down. After Brexit and the shockwaves following the American election, it would be no exaggeration to describe 2016 as the year that changed the world. In this special programme, Tom Bradby explores the Brexit vote in Britain and how it revealed a deeply divided nation, uncertain of how best to proceed under the highly pressured umbrella of the European Union. In America, the election of Donald Trump signalled a rejection of the elite and for many the start of a 'golden new age' for the US. Tonight takes a look at what has happened over the last 12 months and whether the rebellions that occurred will set the tone for years to come in other countries across the globe.

2016 saw the pound fall to record lows, with experts now predicting many of our household costs and bills will be hit by rising prices. Adam Shaw investigates what the new financial climate means for consumers - and what we might have to pay more for.

On Friday, Donald J Trump - a celebrity businessman with no political experience who defied all expectations in order to be elected - will officially assume the office of the President of the United States of America, becoming arguably the most powerful man in the world. ITV News Washington correspondent Robert Moore speaks to Americans thrilled at the prospect of a truth-speaking outsider at the helm, and others who are deeply fearful about what a divisive and inexperienced president Trump may turn out to be.

With Britain's households containing over 30 billion pounds worth of unused clothing and many homes now full of new goods after Christmas, Fiona Foster investigates if many of us are hoarding things we do not need and reveals how simple changes can cut the clutter, keep us healthy and save some cash as well.

As cold weather drives energy bills ever higher, Tonight investigates smart meters, the 11-billion-pound scheme that is supposed to save people money.

The fitness industry is worth billions, but does going to the gym really make a difference - and can workouts on the NHS help turn around unhealthy lifestyles and potentially save lives? Fiona Foster investigates the pros and cons of exercise

Adam Shaw investigates why millennials are experiencing money troubles and their parents are having to pick up the tab - how much is it costing the Bank of Mum and Dad?

Amid reports that sexual harassment of women on the streets and in nightclubs is getting worse, Tonight goes undercover to see if some men really are still behaving badly. Presented by Julie Etchingham.

Britain's health service is regarded as one of the best in the world, but what happens when the medics get it wrong? From serious misdiagnoses to surgical instruments left in bodies after operations, Jonathan Maitland investigates how mistakes can sometimes end up costing lives - and the NHS billions.

With households currently borrowing more than a billion pounds a month, Adam Shaw investigates whether Britain is heading for a new credit crunch.

Rageh Omaar reports on a growing humanitarian crisis as 20 million people in South Sudan, Somalia, Nigeria and Yemen teeter on the brink of famine. As the UN says the famines are the worst the world has experienced since 1945, this programme looks at what can be done to prevent scenes similar to those in 2011 when over a quarter of a million people died of starvation.

This winter has seen many of our hospitals pushed to the brink. Fiona Foster investigates what some are calling a crisis in frontline services, and reveals what other areas of the NHS could be at risk.

Jonathan Maitland investigates the latest groundbreaking science, looking at ways people might be able to look younger and live longer while remaining healthy, and asks if it is really possible to reverse the ageing process.

As Britain gets ready for Brexit, businesses up and down the land have some big questions. Who the UK trades will define whether the biggest political decision in a generation is a success or not. It could herald a new age of prosperity in a globalised economy, but failure would mean the entire nation could end up poorer. Julie Etchingham explores the opportunities and obstacles for Britain as it prepares to leave a trading block which it has been part of for nearly 50 years.

Jonathan Maitland investigates the latest groundbreaking science, looking at ways people might be able to look younger and live longer while remaining healthy, and asks if it is really possible to reverse the ageing process.

As US President Donald Trump marks his 100th day as commander-in-chief, ITV News Washington correspondent Robert Moore asks whether the US is more divided than ever and if the new administration has really made a profound difference to the country. The programme speaks to Americans fearful of the direction in which their nation is heading, and those who believe Trump is restoring their country to a bold new era of greatness.

Over a million Britons live and work in the EU, and many of them are becoming increasingly fearful of what Brexit might mean for them. Since the referendum vote, they have seen pensions paid in sterling drop in value and they are worried about affordable healthcare. So is the sunshine turning sour for the Brexpat Brits?

Adam Shaw looks at the fraudulent scammers targeting around 11 million people every year in a bid to get hold of their pensions, as the programme goes undercover to expose some of those trying to target the public's retirement funds.

Julie Etchingham sits down with the leaders of the UK's political parties ahead of the general election. Tonight, she talks to Tim Farron of the Liberal Democrats about his passions, his policies and his vision for Britain.

Julie Etchingham sits down with the leaders of the UK's political parties ahead of the general election. Tonight, she talks to Paul Nuttall of UKIP about his life, his interests and his vision for Britain.

Julie Etchingham talks to Jeremy Corbyn of the Labour Party about his policies, his passions and his vision for Britain ahead of the general election.

Julie Etchingham hosts a live debate between party leaders ahead of the snap General Election on June 8th.

Three days ago, a suicide bomber launched an attack in the heart of Manchester - the target, a pop concert with thousands of teenage fans. 22 people died and scores were injured. But who was the bomber who deliberately targeted children - and how is the city responding?

Julie Etchingham talks to the SNP's Nicola Sturgeon, Jonathan Hill interviews Plaid Cymru's Leanne Wood and Libby Wiener talks to co-leader of the Green Party, Caroline Lucas.

Jonathan Maitland investigates the rise in complaints about poorly built houses and controversial leasehold contracts.

Julie Etchingham examines yesterday's tragic tower block fire in West London that claimed numerous lives, and asks how can we prevent it from happening again?

ITV consumer editor Chris Choi investigates some of the very latest scams that criminals and con artists are already using to target British tourists, as millions prepare to head abroad for their summer holidays this year. From online booking fraud to street crime, Chris exposes tricks of the trade to watch out for.

With private parking tickets now being issued every seven seconds, Fiona Foster investigates the industry now making millions by ticketing hapless motorists - with help from the DVLA.

The average modern UK home contains a dizzying array of smart devices, with TVs, baby monitors, fridges and smoke alarms just a few of the many items hooked up to home networks or plugged straight into the internet. But could connected technology now be providing an open invitation to cyber crooks to steal vital information from people without the need to physically enter properties? Georgie Barrat investigates just how easy it could be for criminals to hack our homes.

Hundreds of people have been arrested for drunkenness, violence and sexual assaults at British airports and on board aircraft over the past year. But what is to blame - a booze culture or businesses making millions selling alcohol? And what is being done to combat the problem and keep passengers safe? Aasmah Mir investigates.

This edition goes undercover to investigate the booming business of fake passports and the state of Britain's border security, as Jonathan Maitland visits Greece to expose the secret trade in dodgy documents where a fake passport can be bought for just 500 pounds, before speaking to Home Office whistleblowers who reveal their concerns about the way Britain's borders are policed. With the Brexit vote pushing control of UK borders to the forefront of the political landscape, this programme asks if such control has already been lost - and whether things are going to get worse rather than better.

Catherine Tyldesley investigates the truth about fats, hoping to dispel some myths about which are the healthiest when it comes to food. As well as highlighting the dangers lurking in many take-aways and convenience foods, the programme also looks at the types and amounts of fat people should be eating every day, and advises what foods to avoid.

After spending years training in a secret crime academy, a gang of Romanian criminals arrived in Britain in 2015. In less than a year, they raided 11 jewellery stores, getting away with luxury watches and diamond rings worth more than three million pounds. With exclusive access to the police investigation and CCTV footage, Tonight reveals how the gang was eventually tracked down and caught.

With a record number of pensioners still working, Tonight explores what they are up to, why they are doing it and what it means for the UK. Noreena Hertz meets people joyfully working through their 60s and beyond, as well as those struggling to a find a job at an older age. The economic impact of an ageing workforce is revealed and the programme looks at how businesses are adapting to cope with a country working for longer.

Hayley Hassall investigates Britain's obsession with personal injury claims, and the huge industry specialising in them - whether it be for holiday sickness or whiplash. It is pushing up premiums and the cost of holidays, but the insurers and tour operators who pay out are fighting back, with fake claimants being prosecuted, named and shamed.

With a record number of pensioners still working, Tonight explores what they are up to, why they are doing it and what it means for the UK. Noreena Hertz meets people working through their 60s and beyond, as well as those struggling to a find a job at an older age. The economic impact of an ageing workforce is revealed and the programme looks at how businesses are adapting to cope with a country working for longer.

Car crime is rocketing, with vehicles stolen to order for parts, to be used in crime or sold abroad. Jonathan Maitland reports on the crime epidemic that is sweeping the country.

It is estimated there are more than 57,000 takeaways in the UK, with that figure expected to grow by nearly 30 per cent over the next ten years. Local authorities say they are trying to control their spread - amid claims that fast food outlets are fuelling obesity and poor health in some of our deprived communities? Ranvir Singh investigates.

With allegations of sexual harassment and serious assaults hitting the headlines in recent weeks, Julie Etchingham investigates how widespread the problem is across society - and whether enough is being done to stop it.

With acid attacks doubling over the past five years and becoming the weapon of choice for some criminals that leave their victims with life-changing injuries, the government has proposed to tighten controls over such materials and impose tougher sentences on those committing such acts - but will they be enough to solve the problem? Fiona Foster investigates.

She is a popular American actor and a divorcee. He is a combat veteran and one of Britain's favourite royals. The relationship between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may seem like a storybook romance, but what does it say about the modern monarchy, and what does the establishment really think about any prospect of their engagement? Fiona Foster investigates.

More elderly people than ever before are falling foul of financial abuse, with the criminals often closer to home than we would like to think. Could laws designed to protect the most vulnerable actually be leading to a rise in theft within families? Fiona Foster investigates.

Last Christmas, British consumers were cheated out of 10 million pounds by paying for items online that were either fake or non-existent. Dan Clark-Neal investigates how thieves are defrauding the public, and finds out what can be done to spend safely online.

Tonight investigates one of the worst scandals in medical history, detailing how a rogue surgeon performed botched or unnecessary operations on more than 1,000 women for nearly two decades before being brought to justice. The programme also hears from whistleblowers who say they tried to expose him - but were ignored.

It may be the season of good cheer, but for many this Christmas, it will be anything but cheery. Homelessness is rising and, with more people now said to be living in poverty, Tonight investigates why this festive season is going to be so hard for some families.

Helen Skelton presents the first of a two-part Tonight special, looking at how much lack of exercise is costing the NHS due to ill health and some of the quick fixes overweight Brits are forking out for. But are they worth the cash being spent on them?

Helen Skelton presents the second of a two-part Tonight special, looking at the various products overweight Brits are forking out for in a bid to lose weight quickly after the festive season. But are they worth the money being spent on them?

Check in to the Divorce Hotel as a married couple, and check-out to a new single life in just one weekend. What might sound like wishful thinking to some, in Britain's peak month for relationship breakdowns, is in fact part of a growing trend around the world. But can it work here in the UK? Julie Etchingham asks why many in the legal profession now believe our divorce laws are in need of urgent reform to get rid of outdated notions of blame.

With winter continuing to bite, it's not a great time to be hit by illness, particularly with A&E departments being busy or if you have difficulties getting an appointment with your GP. More and more people are turning to DIY diagnoses online, but could that be doing us more harm than good? Dr Oscar Duke investigates.

Can you get a summer holiday on the cheap? Reporter Adam Shaw investigates the potential perils and pitfalls of buying your summer holiday in the sun and looks for some of the best deals on the market at the moment.

Cancelled operations, flu epidemics, A&Es in chaos; those are the headlines, but what's the truth behind the NHS winter crisis? Fiona Foster talks to staff, experts and patients about what's happening in the health service, the solutions being found, and what we all need to do to relieve the pressure on the NHS.

Traffic on our roads is on the rise and the number of people using our packed railways is set to double in the next 25 years. The Government say they are investing in the transport infrastructure, but with no end in sight for millions facing miserable commutes, what's the true cost for us all? Jonathan Maitland investigates.

Plastic waste is polluting the oceans, and there are concerns that it has now reached our food chain. The UK government has announced a plan to crack down on it and improve the environment, but this will take 25 years. Could and should something be done much quicker, and what can we all do to rethink our reliance on plastic? Helen Skelton investigates.

'Tonight' investigates the growing debate about transgender people - particularly among the young - and the pace of change around gender diversity in Britain. Dubbed the 'transgender revolution' by some, vulnerable young people can get help and support as never before, but others have expressed concern about the rapid increase in childhood referrals to gender identity clinics and about how schools and other bodies are responding to the issue. Julie Etchingham reports on a much-discussed subject.

Freezing temperatures and heavy snow have been taking their toll on parts of Britain; the predicted blast of Siberian weather has caused serious disruption, and forecasters say that we're potentially facing the lowest temperatures for 25 years. Are conditions like this the shape of things to come? Helen Skelton investigates.

The number of potholes is feared to be at record levels across the country, putting lives at risk on the roads and hitting motorists in the pocket. With more vehicles on our highways - and more councils saying that they haven't the cash to repair them - many roads seem to buckling under the strain. Adam Shaw investigates the truth behind Britain's pothole crisis.

In a special edition of 'Tonight', Adam Holloway goes undercover to investigate the rise of street homelessness in Britain, which is now in its seventh consecutive year of increase. Nearly 30 years after he filmed life with rough sleepers for a groundbreaking ITV documentary, Adam, who is now an MP, returns to where the problem is still most acute - on the streets and in the homeless shelters of the capital - and sets out to discover why rough sleeping persists three decades on.

Relations with Russia are at their worst for decades after the Putin regime was blamed for a chemical attack in Salisbury that poisoned a former Russian double agent, his daughter, and a policeman who tried to help them. It was a shocking event that has led to tit for tat diplomatic expulsions and threats of further action, but how bad could things get, and what can Britain really do? Adam Shaw investigates.

With one year to go until Britain exits the EU, Tonight asks the North East of England if Brexit will deliver the dreams of those who voted to leave.

There are more than 16 million dogs and cats in the UK; they're our most popular pets, but they come at an eye-watering cost. It's estimated that owners will spend up to £33,000 on a dog during its life and around £24,000 on a cat, but what happens if they get sick and - like millions of us - you don't have pet insurance? Jonathan Maitland investigates what price we're willing to pay for our love affair with pets.

Two fifths of the NHS budget is spent on the over 65s, with loneliness, lack of exercise, and bad diet being the big causes of poor health in pensioners. Could changing all that make a difference? Tonight is about to find out: welcome to the OAP Bootcamp.

We rely heavily on processed food as a nation - from breakfast to dinner, it is available to us 24/7. How much do we really know about what we are eating? Fiona Foster investigates.

Online shopping is a multi-billion pound business in the UK, but who is to blame and what are your rights when your goods disappear or turn up badly damaged? With exclusive footage filmed inside a major delivery depot, Tonight reveals the extent to which parcels can be mishandled and badly treated.

They are some of the richest companies in the world, but have they made their billions from the information that we give away on our smartphones and laptops, sometimes without us knowing? Adam Shaw investigates the personal information which has been gathered, held, and sometimes shared by some of the most popular apps we use.

With the World Cup on the horizon, Jonathan Maitland goes inside the world of Russian football to see what might face fans travelling there this summer.

With a month to go until the anniversary of the Grenfell fire tragedy, Tonight looks back at a night that devastated a community and shocked a nation. Hearing from the survivors, the bereaved and eye-witnesses - including some who have never spoken before - this special edition of Tonight talks us through what happened in June 2017 and how this community is fighting for a legacy that ensures it never happens again.

As the NHS turns 70, Tonight celebrates some of its 'miracles' through the eyes of patients who owe their lives to our national health service.

Britain is bulging, we are now officially the fattest nation in Western Europe with one in four adults being overweight or obese. In a report for Tonight, Helen Skelton investigates our nation's expanding waistline and finds out how we can we eat ourselves healthy?

We travel to Boston, Lincolnshire which is officially the UK's most obese town, to discover just how much the British public know about the foods we consume and how that might relate to exercise. Ever wondered how many minutes you'd have to skip for, to burn off that Doner Kebab? Tonight finds out.

On the eve of Donald's Trump's first official visit to the UK as President, Tonight asks how the US leader will be received and explores the state of our so-called 'Special Relationship' with Washington. Hearing from figures as varied as Lord Sugar, Nigel Farage, Germaine Greer and Alex Salmond, Martin Geissler also investigates what the future holds for our dealings with this most controversial of Presidents.

Record temperatures, torrential rain and hailstorms in Britain; forest fires in the Arctic circle; devastation and death in Greece, Japan and North America. The weather across summer 2018 appears to be breaking records for all the wrong reasons. But could this be the new normal for us Brits - and the shape of things to come? Becky Mantin investigates.

The High Street is in trouble. In the last 10 years, nearly 220,000 jobs have been lost as 85,000 shops closed their doors for good. So is bricks and mortar retail in terminal decline? Are the tech giants of online retail to blame? And what's the likely impact on us, the shoppers? Retail expert Kate Hardcastle investigates.

An estimated eight million of us are struggling with debt problems. It can cause a whole range of issues from financial to mental health. Tonight investigates the mounting debt crisis - and how some people are fighting their way out of trouble.

It's the second biggest purchase many of us will make after a house. But with the car market now spanning electric, hybrids and traditional fuel - plus the trouble over diesel, it's harder than ever to know what vehicle to buy next. Reporter Ginny Buckley investigates.

One in four Britons are now classified as obese. From kids to pensioners, the nation's waistlines continue to expand. But why? In our attempts to lose weight, have the messages on healthy living been over complicated? Tonight investigates the simple steps we can take to fight fat.

Are we hooked on opioids? Millions in Britain are taking powerful prescription painkillers that many experts argue are ineffective when it comes to reducing long-term chronic pain. Tonight explores the scale of this silent epidemic in Britain, the comparisons being made with the crisis in America and the experiences of people in Britain who are struggling with addiction and dependency.

With one in five households now renting and home ownership becoming just a dream for many, Jonathan Maitland investigates Britain's housing crisis. From Peterborough, where over 70 residents were made homeless to make room for other homeless people, to Manchester, where 15,000 new homes are being built without a single one being affordable, and Cornwall, where a family has spent 10 years waiting for a council property while their four children are forced to share a room.

From the Beast from the East to the hottest summer on record, this year's British weather has been anything but ordinary. But what's been the impact on our lives and pockets? Laura Tobin investigates how the weather's increasing extremes have affected everything from our food prices to the future jobs' market.

With the cost of dying skyrocketing, many are opting to purchase their funeral before they pass away. But are pre-paid funerals a good investment or a waste of cash? ITV News Consumer Editor Chris Choi delves in to the celebrity-backed plans, exposing how some vulnerable people are being mis-sold products which sometimes don't even cover the cost of the whole funeral.

Briton's motorists pay just over 30 billion pounds a year, in taxes and fines. But where does this money end up? Fiona Foster investigates the true cost of driving.

Five years after the horsemeat scandal a Tonight investigation has discovered many local authorities have done no food sampling tests in the last year. Reporter Jonathan Maitland also uncovers serious concerns about falling levels of inspection in our abattoirs and reveals fast food customers aren't always getting the meat they're paying for.

Mental health, homelessness and alcoholism are just some of the problems being tackled by a pioneering GP service. Tonight's cameras have been given exclusive access to follow a team of specialist nurses who work in the community. Can their 'focused care' help save the NHS?

Rates of car theft are the highest they've been in years, and new technology makes it all too easy for criminals to help themselves to people's cars. ITV Tonight is asking should the manufacturers be doing more, why aren't the police catching more criminals, and what can the public do to keep their car safe?

With Brexit on the horizon, the Government is proposing to end freedom of movement and prioritise letting in highly skilled workers. Will this create jobs and opportunities for British people? Or could it result in a shortage of workers in industries like healthcare, agriculture and manufacturing? Richard Bacon travels around the country: from his hometown of Mansfield - which had one of the highest leave votes in the country, to the London hospital where NHS staff saved his life, to find out.

In the US, it's estimated more than half of all Americans believes in at least one conspiracy theory, including their president. Donald Trump has weaponised conspiracy theories to great political effect, but his critics argue his perpetuation of myths is fuelling fear among the American population. Robert Moore examines the role conspiracy theories play in shaping the country's political future and asks who will win in America's battle for the truth.

Megan Lee and Natasha Ednan-Laperouse were both 15 years old when they died of their food allergies. Both had eaten a takeaway containing a hidden foodstuff, but were the deaths preventable? Ranvir Singh investigates.

Last year, the UK spent almost 80 billion pounds on Christmas gifts - but not everyone got the bargain they were hoping for. And as families prepare for the festive season once again, criminals are also getting ready with a whole range of cons and scams. Tonight investigates how to keep your cash safe this Christmas.

It's been six months since Hollywood actor Meghan Markle took on her most ambitious role yet. From that day in May when she joined the House of Windsor, through to her first overseas tour, we follow the Duchess of Sussex's first steps into Royal life. As the humanitarian and 'proud' feminist finds herself in a new world of protocol and etiquette, Julie Etchingham asks whether Meghan is changing the Royal Family, or are they changing her?

Tonight have spent six months following the journey of three people suffering from severe obesity as they try to lose weight, before it's too late. Mentored by a specialist team from Leeds Beckett University, can their expert guidance on diet and exercise improve their health and their lives? The programme follows their highs and lows across two no-holds-barred episodes.

Tonight have spent six months following the journey of three people suffering from severe obesity as they try to lose weight, before it's too late. In the second of two films, we reveal the final three months of their scientifically-monitored weight loss program, and examine how they've coped with temptation during the Christmas period.

Britain's train travellers have just been hit with annual fare rises, despite already paying some of the world's highest train fares and suffering the worst rail performance in a decade. With the rail regulator threatening Network Rail with massive fines and the Government launching a year-long rail enquiry, Tonight's Adam Shaw hits the railways to talk to passengers and experts to find out where all the money goes and whether passengers are really getting value for money.

Three meat eaters try to go vegan for a month to lose weight and to do their bit to help save the planet. How will they cope? Helen Skelton investigates the rise in Veganism and even attempts to give it a go herself.

There are more than five million drivers over the age of 70 in the UK - and over 100,000 of them are at least 90 years old. With a royal car accident hitting the headlines, Ginny Buckley asks: would you know when it's time to hang up your driving gloves?

Award-winning journalist Mark McFadden takes a trip along the 300-mile border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland to find out why it has become such a crucial sticking-point in the Brexit negotiations. Mark, who has lived on the border his whole life, meets those who live on both sides of the border, many of whom cross several times a day for work and pleasure.

A bad back is something that many of us struggle with on a daily basis. A shocking 80 percent of people are likely to experience it at some point in their lives - and the numbers seem to be rising. Why are so many of us suffering? And what can we do to relieve the pain? GP Oscar Duke investigates.

With the Government recently announcing ambitious plans to keep Britain a world military leader, Tonight explores if our armed forces really are ready for combat should global tensions escalate. As the nature of modern warfare evolves and as recruitment and funding issues mount, Tom Bradby asks how prepared we are to fight.

From searching for the best deals, paying bills or finding out when your bins are collected, so much of the information we need is now available online. But nearly a quarter of the population are offline or lacking basic digital skills. Jonathan Maitland investigates who are the digitally excluded, and can getting connected improve your life and save you cash?

From rows over changes to weekly bin collections, confusion over recycling, fly tipping and bin strikes - Britain seems to have more than its fair share of waste trouble. Helen Skelton investigates our problem with rubbish, and looks at the possible solutions.

Britain voted to leave the European Union nearly three years ago, and 'Tonight' has been covering the Brexit process every step of the way, from the referendum campaign and the result, right through the negotiations to the recent deadlock. Allegra Stratton examines how we got here and what should happen next.

Is Britain a fraudster's paradise? Or are the authorities stemming the tide of scams besieging Britain. Adam Shaw investigates.

With the birth of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's baby imminent, media and popular interest is growing more intense. Boy or girl, how will these very modern royals want to bring up their child? And will a new arrival mean a new beginning for the couple, after some less than positive headlines? Fiona Foster reports.

10 days after ITV weatherman Alex Beresford intervened in a Good Morning Britain discussion about knife crime, his cousin was tragically stabbed to death. In this personal investigation, Alex travels across the UK to look into the reasons behind the current knife crime epidemic - and what can be done.

Tonight asks whether violence and aggression towards NHS and frontline staff is getting worse. Dr Saleyha Ahsan, an emergency medicine doctor explores the impact of violence and aggression by patients and asks how hospital trusts can safeguard staff.

It's estimated that one in four of us aren't saving enough for our retirement. The Tonight programme challenges three working people to try to live off their future predicted pension pots - with surprising results. Joe Crowley investigates.

Brits spend an estimated 190 billion pounds every year in the nation's supermarkets. But in an increasingly competitive market with big stores battling against the discount outlets, are we getting a good deal? Fiona Foster investigates.

All inclusives are the holiday of choice for an increasing number of us. Some say, with the uncertainty of Brexit, travel companies have seen an increase in the number of people booking 'all in' package deals over the last couple of years. Hayley Hassell investigates what happens if things go wrong on an all- inclusive, and what you can do to protect yourself.

A new study claims that eating red and processed meat, even within the amounts set by government guidelines, can increase the risk of cancer. So is it still safe, or is it time to ditch bacon, sausages and ham for good? Jonathan Maitland investigates.

Nearly three years after Jo Cox MP was brutally murdered, her sister Kim Leadbeater explores whether Britain is now an angrier and more divided country, and asks what can be done to heal divisions, stem aggression and prevent another possible tragedy. Kim returns to her late sister's place of work to meet MPs who receive hundreds of abusive messages every week and fear for their safety, while Countdown and Strictly star Rachel Riley talks about the sexist and anti-Semitic messages she's been sent online.

Motoring journalist Ginny Buckley investigates safety standards in the car industry, after hundreds of thousands of vehicles have been recalled with potentially serious issues - including some that have caught fire. Manufacturers say they are building vehicles to the highest possible standards, but are they doing enough?

Every year more and more older people fall victim to theft and fraud, and the perpetrators are often those they rely on the most - carers and relatives. Helen Skelton asks whether the time has come to change the way the authorities deal with financial crimes against the elderly.

Julie Etchingham presents the first of two programmes in which she profiles Jeremy Hunt and Boris Johnson, the final candidates in the Conservative leadership contest, as party members vote to decide Britain's next prime minister. Tonight will scrutinise their differing policies on Brexit and interrogate their domestic and foreign policy plans, as well as their vision for the country.

Julie Etchingham presents the second of two programmes in which she profiles Jeremy Hunt and Boris Johnson, the final candidates in the Conservative leadership contest, as party members vote to decide Britain's next prime minister. Tonight will scrutinise their differing policies on Brexit and interrogate their domestic and foreign policy plans, as well as their vision for the country.

As Britain blooms and the weather heats up, garden centres are booming. Green-fingered amateurs have turned gardening into a £6billion industry. But are these places as green as people believe? Chris Choi investigates, looking at allegations including the widespread use of black plastic and environmentally costly peat-based compost.

Most experts agree we are in the middle of a housing crisis. Could providing more accommodation for our ageing population help free up thousands of family homes?

Britain is in the grip of a housing crisis with four million new homes needed to meet demand. But are some developers putting quantity before quality?

With nearly four million fraud offences in England and Wales last year, criminals appear to be increasingly high-tech. Scammers stole over a billion pounds from UK bank customers in 2018 using a variety of cons - including impersonating public officials and government websites. Reporter Helen Skelton investigates, and reveals for the first time how she became a victim, losing tens of thousands of pounds in the process.

With people buying more clothes than every before - clothes that are quickly replaced but often not recycled - it is believed that the fashion industry will consume more than a quarter of the world's annual carbon budget by 2050. Helen Skelton investigates this growing problem to ask what solutions the industry is providing and whether consumers can make a difference.

Paul Connolly goes in search of scammers selling fake car insurance to the public.

Investigating one of the big issues of our time - the mental health crisis.

John Ray asks whether an upcoming government review could lead to the death of HS2.

Lucy Siegle investigates whether we are ingesting plastic unknowingly.

Around 72 police officers are attacked every day in England and Wales - that's one attack every 20 minutes. Adam Shaw goes on the crime frontline to investigate.

House prices have risen significantly in most parts of the country in recent years. So is now the time for cash-poor but asset-rich homeowners to consider unlocking some of the value in their properties? Jonathan Maitland investigates.

Ranvir Singh talks to Nigel Farage of the Brexit Party about his vision for the country ahead of the General Election.

Tonight profiles and interviews leaders of Great Britain's political parties ahead of the General Election. This week, Ranvir Singh meets the leader of the Lib Dems, Jo Swinson.

Tonight profiles leaders of Great Britain's political parties ahead of the General Election.

This week, Ranvir Singh talks to Nicola Sturgeon of the SNP, and also interviews the co-leader of the English Green Party, Siân Berry.

Jonathan Hill interviews Plaid Cymru leader Adam Price.

Tonight profiles leaders of Great Britain's political parties ahead of the General Election.

This week, Julie Etchingham meets the leader of the Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn.

Tonight profiles leaders of Great Britain's political parties ahead of the General Election.

This evening Prime Minister Boris Johnson's vision for the country, plans for Brexit and time in office are scrutinised.

The average UK household spends an extra £800 during December. But as millions of shoppers are preparing for the festive season, so too are criminals with a whole range of fakes, cons and scams. Adam Shaw investigates how people can get the best value gifts and keep their money safe this Christmas.

It's estimated that three quarters of the things now bought in the United Kingdom are now paid for by card - with some businesses refusing to take cash altogether. As more banks and ATMs disappear from the streets, reporter Adnan Sarwar asks if the nation is on its way to becoming a cashless society.

Tonight explores the growing issue of so-called 'Cyber-stalking' and what we can do to stop our use of technology being abused.

A report on the downward trend in spending in Britain's high-street stores over the past 10 years. Geraint Vincent follows typical shopping street Dalton Road in Barrow-in-Furness through the crucial festive period and hears from firms facing high rates and tough competition from the internet and retail parks. But to some, high streets are more than just a place of business - they are a crucial part of the community. Geraint also meets those trying to attract more visitors, and explores whether everyone has a responsibility to support town centres.

Helen Skelton presents a report on the tourism industry, asking how easy it will be to get a bargain holiday in 2020 in the aftermath of the Thomas Cook collapse.

Health experts from around the globe are concerned about the coronavirus, which has originated in China and could destroy many lives. But will it take hold in the UK? Ranvir Singh investigates.

With more than 3.6 million people now vaping in the UK, reporter Jonathan Maitland explores the boom in the industry, while undercover reporters find out what is in the liquid people are smoking. Industry bosses claim vaping is a safer, cleaner, healthier alternative to smoking. But are there any health risks?

With confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Britain on the rise and the UK Government labelling it a "serious and imminent threat" to public health, Fiona Foster investigates if the authorities here are equipped to deal with the challenge.

In 10 years Airbnb has grown into a multimillion-dollar global entity - and revolutionised the way people travel. But there are claims that short-term lets not only threaten the future of traditional hotels, but could be contributing to housing shortages - as well as driving up the cost of properties. Jonathan Maitland investigates.

Rohit Kachroo gains access to MI5, one of the world's oldest and most-renowned spy agencies. Filmed as London experienced two terror attacks at Fishmonger's Hall and Streatham, Tonight sees the engine room of the UK's fight against terror. Surveillance officers and investigators also discuss their secret work and its impact on their lives.

The Government has announced its coronavirus action plan, warning that a fifth of the workforce could be off sick with the illness. The virus would hit businesses, the emergency services and the economy. Jonathan Maitland investigates how people can keep themselves safe.

A healthy gut can do more than help digestion. It is being linked to everything from obesity levels to mental health. Five years ago actress Catherine Tyldesley made a film for Tonight about diets. Now she is back to find out exactly what people need to know about keeping the digestive system in good working order.

The UK is on the brink of a coronavirus epidemic and, with over-65s deemed particularly at risk, Geraint Vincent asks how the general public can protect the elderly from it. The older you get, the greater the chances that the virus could be fatal. Tonight explores why this is and which underlying conditions make people especially vulnerable. With the help of doctors and scientists, Geraint provides specialist advice on what to do if you or a relative has symptoms, tips on how to protect each other from infection, and what to do if you are elderly and told to self-isolate. How are hospitals preparing for what may now be inevitable rises in elderly admissions, and can an already-stretched care system cope? Should we avoid contact with our elderly relatives or should we carry on as normal? With the latest figures, top experts and government advice, the film provides the ultimate guide on how we can protect the elderly from this fast-moving virus.

How seriously could the coronavirus pandemic damage President's Trump's chances of re-election later this year? As the United States grapples with a full-blown health crisis, ITV's Washington Correspondent Robert Moore asks whether his controversial leadership style has properly addressed or even exacerbated the challenge ahead.

Just a couple of months ago the economy was riding high with employment at record levels. But that was before the coronavirus epidemic tightened its grip on Britain, ripping up the way of life. In the past 14 days half a million people have signed on for Universal Credit. With the Government projected to spend many tens of billions in a bid to keep the economy, and jobs, afloat, Sonali Shah investigates how long the lockdown can last.

As Britain and Europe remain locked down in the fight against Covid-19, Julie Etchingham asks how seriously the food supply chain is being affected. Crops will be ready to be harvested in the coming weeks, but there may be no labour available. She looks at how shops, supermarkets and delivery services are coping now the early panic buying is over. And she asks, if vulnerable families cannot get access to food at prices they can afford, will people ultimately be forced to change the way they eat?

Fly tipping costs tens of millions to clean up and is a huge problem across the UK. But it could be getting worse in lockdown. With some council tips shut and many authorities operating a skeleton waste collection service, some people are simply dumping their rubbish illegally. Jonathan Maitland investigates.

As lockdown continues across Britain, Tonight asks what life has been like for the police, tasked with keeping people safe during these unprecedented times. Allegra Stratton follows officers from Merseyside Police to see the impact the pandemic is having on their ability to combat crime, and witnesses the particular crimes and behaviours they are encountering due to the lockdown.

With pay cuts, job losses and businesses shut down for weeks, the financial impact of coronavirus is hitting people hard. Helen Skelton investigates the best ways for people to tighten their belts and try to save money.

Ranj Singh looks at the urgent race to find drugs to successfully treat Covid-19. With hopes of defeating the deadly virus lying with the world's scientists - including those working in Britain - Dr Singh gains first-hand access to laboratories and drug trials across the country. He reports on the unprecedented scientific efforts going into developing drugs to treat those in hospital with the virus, as well as the search for a vaccine to inoculate everyone. With the success of these trials determining how soon people can resume normal life and get the economy running as before, the stakes could not be higher.

As millions start to emerge from lockdown and back into work, Sonali Shah investigates the measures being put in place to keep people safe, asking whether enough is being done.

Government figures reveal car crime has risen for the past six years. It has even continued in lockdown in some areas. As more motorists are targeted by organised gangs, Alex Beresfordinvestigates what people can do to steer clear of vehicle crime.

The travel industry is in dire straits, with the coronavirus crisis leaving summer holiday plans in disarray for many people. But with the prospect of travel beginning to open up, should holiday-makers be trying to grab a break abroad, or is this the year of the Great British staycation? Helen Skelton investigates.

Children seem largely unaffected by physical aspects of the coronavirus. But as the lockdown eases, concerns are growing about young people's mental health as a result of the crisis. Julie Etchingham asks what life has been like for the younger generation, and as the costs are counted - with thousands of teaching hours lost, exams missed and the country entering the worst recession on record - will it have any negative impact on their ambitions and prospects?

After the unprecedented double hit of coronavirus and lockdown, can local businesses and high streets survive? From barbers to bookshops, restaurants to fashion retailers - reporter Adam Shaw investigates are planning their bounce back - and hears from people keen to get back to work in an uncertain job market.

With the coronavirus pandemic still gripping the world, the NHS is facing its biggest crisis in a generation with issues over treatment, funding and care. New technology is one of the tools being used to fight the virus - and many other illnesses - with the use of artificial intelligence on the rise across the health sector. Dr Oscar Duke investigates.

The Government has promised to ban the sale of all new diesel, petrol and hybrid cars in the UK by 2035. But will people - and the necessary technology - be ready for the electric revolution? Motoring journalist Ginny Buckley investigates.

Obesity has been described as a ticking time bomb, with illnesses related to weight costing the NHS £6billion a year - and with people staying at home much more, there is a danger this crisis could get worse. Angellica Bell investigates what can be done.

The numbers of fraudsters targeting victims aged 55 and over has exploded since the start of the Covid-19 crisis, creating a billion-pound industry for the criminals. Fiona Foster investigates.

In the aftermath of the lockdown, millions of people face joblessness, redundancy or uncertainty about their future on a scale unseen since the early 1980s. Robert Peston investigates the impact on the economy, with industries shutting down overnight, millions unable to work, and many more working from home for the foreseeable future. He also asks what can be done to avoid the mistakes of past recessions and assesses whether the Government is on the right track to avoid mass unemployment.

The funeral industry was under fire over charges before the coronavirus crisis. Now, in one of their tragically busiest ever periods, the spotlight is on them again. Sonali Shah investigates if people are paying too much to say goodbye to their loved ones.

As Britain braces itself for a difficult winter with Covid-19 cases on the rise again, Adam Shaw asks how the country is coping with new lockdowns, track-and-trace and a fragile economy. He also hears from frontline workers, central in the fight against the disease.

This summer, America has seen one of the most bitterly fought presidential election campaigns in living memory. As the President himself recovers from Coronavirus, voters reflect on the pandemic that has left America with the highest number of Covid-19-related deaths in the world, and the impact this has had on the economy. A summer of protests over racial justice has seemingly deepened the divide between Democrats and Republicans, and an increasingly ominous rhetoric around the validity of the election result could threaten the democratic process itself. So as Americans go to the polls, have they had enough their maverick leader or are they ready to vote him in for a second term? Can Democratic challenger and former Vice President Joe Biden make the case for a calmer, more traditional presidency that could begin to heal some of America's festering wounds? ITV's Senior International Correspondent John Irvine travels down the Mississippi River, from Minneapolis to St Louis, talking to Americans about the choice they face on November 3rd.

In October 1987, Black History Month started in the UK, with its aim to celebrate the rich and diverse history of black British culture. In this film, reporter Alex Beresford talks to inspirational people who have made a difference in Britain - and around the world.

When the country went into lockdown earlier this year, the property market ground to a virtual standstill. But when it came back, it was with a bang - house prices have hit record highs over the summer. Helen Skelton investigates why so many people are keen to buy and sell at the minute - and asks whether the property bubble could be about to burst.

With households spending millions of pounds every year on building work, Jonathan Maitland investigates whether tradesmen are subject to too few meaningful checks - and asks who should pay the bill when things go wrong.

Lockdown in England has forced many to shop for their Christmas gifts differently this year, with delivery companies reporting a 50 per cent increase in business. Fiona Foster investigates whether consumers know what their rights are when buying online.

Cybercrime costs the UK economy tens of billions of pounds every year - with the festive season particularly lucrative for the fraudsters. Reporter Adam Shaw looks at the latest cons, as well as fakes and faulty goods hitting the virtual market - and how to avoid being caught out.

In previous years, the British have spent more than £4bn on Christmas food and drink, with many thousands working behind the scenes to get that festive fare into the shops. But 2020 has been anything but normal. Jonathan Maitland investigates how different Christmas dinner will be this year.

More than 50,000 Britons killed by Covid-19. A country in lockdown while also heading out of Europe. Freedoms that people took for granted now being controlled by the Government. Julie Etchingham looks back at the past 12 months - a year that changed Britain.

A year ago Tonight reported on how quickly Britain might be heading towards a cash-free society. Twelve months on and the world of money has changed dramatically with lockdowns and the pandemic accelerating the shift away from coins and notes. Some are now warning that the entire cash system, costing £5billion a year to run, could be under threat. Adnan Sarwar investigates.

Most people would agree that the Covid-19 vaccines are the key to getting life back to normal. But when will everyone get them - and will everybody take them? With lives and livelihoods on the line, Dr Oscar Duke investigates the importance of the mass roll-out.

Paul Brand investigates the shocking toll of lockdown on residents and carers.

With record global temperatures and extreme weather events affecting all parts of the planet, there seems to be little argument that the climate is changing. The UK government is promising urgent action and wants everyone to go greener. But what can the public really do to help? Meteorologist and weather presenter Laura Tobin investigates.

Is the Government's plan to instantly mass test for Covid-19 proving more trouble than it is worth? Major questions are being asked about the accuracy of the instant tests, which are costing hundreds of millions, but whose use is now being curtailed in places like schools and some care homes. Adam Shaw asks whether lives could be at risk and whether rapid mass testing could end up being money down the drain.

Julie Etchingham investigates the dramatic rise in food banks in Britain, asking why one of the richest countries in the world is experiencing food poverty on such a worrying level.

With most of us spending much more time at home due to covid restrictions our communities have had even more of an impact on our lives. But in some areas an old problem is on the rise again.

Since lockdown began last march police have reported a sharp increase in antisocial behaviour with incidents plaguing towns and cities. So what measures are in place to help victims. And are they working?

Paul Connolly talks to residents of the Halton Moor Estate in Leeds dubbed ‘The Zoo' in the media, to see what life is like for those living there. 

With fewer people describing themselves as British and polls showing separatist movements on the rise, Julie Etchingham asks just how much danger the centuries-old Union is in. Using exclusive polling of English, Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish voters, Julie discovers why so many people have lost interest in the Union, and explores whether the United Kingdom is on the brink of a break-up.

Many people are living longer but not always in the best of health. The Government wants to change that. And by 2035 they're hoping everyone can all get an extra five fitter years of life. Actor and musician Martin Kemp investigates.

Squirrelling away cash in savings accounts was the norm for generations. But after years of low interest rates and easy credit, for many those days are gone.

The brutal murder of Sarah Everard has opened up a wider debate about the safety of women on our streets, with many sharing their stories for the very first time. Julie Etchingham reports.

As the UK's most anticipated summer holiday season in history approaches, Chris Choi investigates where, when and how people can travel in the summer of 2021.

These are unprecedented times, prompting talk of a major transformation for our towns and cities to make them relevant once more in the post-Covid world. But how has the pandemic reshaped our lives? And will our High Streets adapt to survive? Jonathan Maitland investigates.

Former MP Tom Watson investigates how much damage refined sugar is doing to the nation's health, and asks what impact eating less sugar would have on the NHS.

Former MP Tom Watson investigates how much damage sugar is doing to the nation's health, and the potential links between Covid and obesity.

Part one of two. It is one of the cruellest crimes - scammers who rip off the vulnerable. In Britain alone it is estimated more than ?2billion has been lost to fraud over the past year in the pandemic, with crooks even conning people out of their life savings. Adnan Sarwar investigates.

Part two of two. Cameras focus on the criminals, some of who have even targeted friends and family members, by stealing their cash. Reporter Adnan Sarwar also investigates the romance con artists netting millions online by pretending to be a new love.

Every day, it's estimated that over two million pieces of litter are dropped in the UK - costing more than one billion pounds to clean up annually. As our waste problem mounts, reporter Fiona Foster speaks to the councils battling to keep the streets clean, the communities taking action, and the innovators tackling littering in new ways.

In a transport debate that is dividing Britain, there is plenty of evidence on both pros and cons. Trials of legal, rentable e-scooters have been accelerated because of the pandemic, but it's unclear whether they are really the green, clean machines the industry says they are. Chris Choi has new figures revealing the extent of injuries, collisions and anti-social behaviour associated with e-scooters.

For many people, months of lockdown has meant taking a long hard look at their surroundings and tackling the clutter in their homes. Reporter Angellica Bell investigates what people do with their unwanted things.

Six months after the UK left the EU, a look at where Britain stands today. Economics editor Joel Hills sets off on a tour to discover who Brexit Britain's winners and losers are so far.

Whether sprucing up the garden, or dreaming of a house makeover after spending more time at home during the pandemic, Jonathan Maitland looks at the rising costs of home improvements.

Towards the end of last year, research revealed 8.4 million people were drinking at a high-risk level, almost double the number who were prior to the pandemic. ITV journalist and recovering alcoholic Toby Winson explores what's led to this stark rise in problem drinking. The Tonight programme hears from experts with advice for anyone wanting to reduce their consumption.

About one in five people has a disability. It may be obvious but often it's not, leaving people struggling to find work, support and healthcare. Some with hidden disabilities battle even to be believed. Saima Mohsin goes on a very personal journey.

The summer holiday season is here, but it's another year where nothing is quite back to normal and for many this means a summer break right here in the UK. Sonali Shah takes a look at whether Brits will have to accept they're going to need to blow the budget for a British break this year.

Since 2010, Britons have failed to meet national legal limits of air pollution in the UK. Joe Crowley investigates what is being done to tackle the problem and assesses the health implications it may have for us all.

For 18 months it's been all hands-on deck in the NHS as it grapples with the most deadly pandemic in a century. The knock-on effect has been enormous too, with warnings that mounting delays to cancer treatment and other life-threatening illnesses could create their own shocking death toll. As a new SOS is sounded over the longest waiting lists since records began, Romilly Weeks meets doctors, patients and families and asks what can be done to clear the backlog.

Last year Brits spent over one hundred billion pounds on food in the UK. The horse meat scandal eight years ago exposed serious gaps in how standards were policed. Now, with pressure on council investigators, food fraud is said to be on the increase.

The UK's wholesale energy markets have reached record highs over the past few weeks, meaning Brits are facing some of the most expensive winter energy bills in years. Reports suggest half a million people could be plunged into fuel poverty, Jonathan Maitland investigates the energy saving tips to keep costs down.

With food thought to account for at least 20% of the UK's greenhouse gas emissions, our grocery basket can have a big impact on our environment. Greenpeace say British supermarkets are producing about 900,000 tons of plastic packaging every year. That means if they go `green', so do we. Jonathan Maitland examines the Green credentials of Britain's biggest supermarkets, and asks what people can do as consumers to play their part.

The UK's electronic waste mountain is the second largest in the world. On average each Brit throws away 24 kilos of electrical items, fuelling climate change, but there are growing calls for change. Chris Choi meets the repairers who want to give our electronic waste a second lease of life and asks whether existing laws giving us the right to repair go far enough.

Paul Kennedy passed away from pancreatic cancer just three months after he was diagnosed. Treated during the pandemic, Paul allowed his son Daniel to film brief precious moments on his final journey. Tonight shines a spotlight on the deadliest common cancer and investigates whether enough is being done to get patients diagnosed early.

As Britain faces shortages of fuel and food, a look at whether a supply chain crisis is brewing, or whether consumer panic buying is creating the crisis. The government says that this is a good moment to recalibrate the British economy and bring back high-skilled, high-wage jobs, but have they done enough to prevent shortages and deliver the Christmas we all want?

Only 14 per cent of England's rivers are rated as being in a good condition, a figure that hasn't changed since 2009. Joe Crowley investigates how waste water is contributing to the crisis in our rivers and examines the impact of water companies dumping raw sewage into rivers and coastal waters, sometimes illegally.

Scientist and weather presenter Laura Tobin explores what a carbon-zero Britain will look like, whether its coal mining past could help pave the way for a greener future, and what Brits can do to save money and save the planet.

Forty years ago baffled British doctors witnessed the mysterious death of a gay man who regularly visited America. It was the first reported case of AIDS in the UK, and until now he has never been identified. Now Paul Brand traces that first case - along with others who lived, loved and lost to a disease that, worldwide, has now claimed 36 million lives.

As Boris Johnson pledges to fix social care once and for all, reporter Fiona Foster looks at whether the government's plans to reform it can address the challenges facing the sector or whether they are just a sticking plaster.

For some Brits, complaining is an uncomfortable concept. But how do you get your money back if you do not air your grievances effectively? Reporter Adam Shaw gets to the bottom of what it takes to get it right when you make a complaint.

Many will be feeling the pinch this Christmas. Furlough is over, the Universal Credit uplift has been scrapped and food and energy prices are rising. Following families trying to make ends meet as well as experts offering festive money saving tips.

This time last year, much of Britain was in lockdown. Many families were forced apart and Christmas celebrations put on hold as the nation continued to fight the Covid pandemic. But even with new restrictions to counter the Omicron variant, can it be a different story this year? Fiona Foster reports on the people providing hope for others this festive season.

Problems with car supply chains and production during the pandemic has drastically reduced the amount of new motors on the market - leading to an explosion in demand for used vehicles.

Julie Etchingham presents a special programme analysing the momentous events in Ukraine, and the wider political and economic impact of the conflict for the rest of us.

TV presenter Louise Minchin was subjected to a campaign of threats and harassment online. She asks if enough is being done to tackle the crime.

Millions in the UK rent privately, but with a growing cost-of-living crisis emerging, there are warnings that a new wave of evictions could be imminent.

The cost of living has risen to its highest rate in over 30 years, with millions of families about to be hit by huge hikes in our energy, fuel and food bills, a situation made worse by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Datshiane Navanayagam investigates the impact on our household finances and finds out how we can save money.

Despite the recent economic shocks, house prices across the UK have continued to rise, with the average British home now costing more than £350,000. Jonathan Maitland investigates why that's happening and finds out who are the winners and the losers.

It is a stark reality that Brits are amongst the fattest in Western Europe, with around two in three adults overweight or obese and the NHS spending billions of pounds a year on obesity related ill-health. But could a glimmer of hope be on the horizon? A 'game-changing' new weight-loss drug is set to be made available on the NHS later this year after participants on a global trial lost almost two and a half stone on average. But are we pinning too much hope on one medical solution? Deborah Cohen explores the new tools in Britain's battle with obesity.

It is estimated that 10 million people in the UK have back pain issues and it costs around £10billion pounds a year to treat. Joe Crowley finds out what people can do to help ease back pain, and how they can help prevent it in the first place.

More than 10 million people are thought to have fled their homes in Ukraine because of the Russian invasion, with more than four million seeking refuge in other countries. In the UK, hundreds of thousands of people have offered up spare rooms or properties for refugees. But with lengthy waits for official checks and documents, the UK government has been accused of not helping fast enough. Paul Brand investigates.

Ruth Dodsworth explores the crime of coercive control and what needs to be done to stop this insidious domestic abuse.

It's been a while, but pandemic restrictions have eased and Brits are once more warming to the thought of holidays abroad. So what does the savvy traveller need to look out for? Sonali Shah reports.

Fiona Foster reports on how people can protect themselves from scammers who are increasingly using psychological tricks and manipulating our everyday interactions. The UK has been branded the fraud capital of the world, with £750 million lost to criminals in bank scams in the first six months of last year alone, despite technology to help keep people safe is improving all the time.

Geraint Vincent investigates one of the biggest changes to the Highway Code since it was first launched in the 1930s - an update that gives priority to more vulnerable road users like pedestrians, horse-riders and cyclists. The revisions to the Code were sparked in part by too many tragic accidents involving cyclists and pedestrians. Geraint hears from someone who almost lost their life on Britain's dangerous roads and explores whether the new changes will make them safer. And he reveals how the highway code is future-proofing itself for the advent of driverless cars - could watching TV while driving really be ahead of us?

Latest figures show that food shopping bills are soaring at the fastest rate in 13 years. As the cost of living crisis worsens, it's predicted that next year more than one and a half million households will see the rise in food and energy bills outstrip their disposable income. Reporter Kate Quilton investigates whether the food industry in Britain is coping, and finds out what consumers can do to beat the price hikes and save money.

Criminals operating in organised gangs are using sophisticated technology to steal cars and their parts to order. Rav Wilding investigates whether the police and manufacturers are doing enough to stay one step ahead of the thieves or not.

The cost of living crisis is drastically impacting households around the country with more than a million Brits already taking on an extra job or 'side hustle' to make more money. Reporter Adam Shaw explores what it's really like to have more than one job.

As the cost of living crisis bites, paying into a pension might slip down the priority list. But experts warn that skipping contributions now could mean missing out on thousands in pension pots. So how do people save more? Reporter Michelle Ackerley has advice for boosting retirement funds - and uncovers how scammers could be targeting people's hard-earned savings.

When Boris Johnson became Prime Minister in July 2019, it seemed like nothing could stop him. However, his tenure was soon thrown off course with the challenges of the pandemic, and then a series of scandals and errors that exposed what some felt was Johnson's ill-suitedness to running a country. Paul Brand examines how the political Houdini lost his magic.

An estimated 12 million people in the UK are living with what's described as a 'hidden' disability. Many struggle daily, living with an impairment that is not obvious and it can mean years waiting for a diagnosis or the end of their education or careers. Reporter Saima Moshin looks at the true cost.

Paul Brand investigates a crisis in faith regarding the NHS as delayed ambulances and overcrowded A&Es are linked to thousands of deaths. With ambulances sometimes taking hours rather than minutes, Paul meets doctors, paramedics, and the families who claim that the blue light arrived too late in their hour of need.

An estimated 12 million people in the UK are living with what's described as a 'hidden' disability. Many struggle daily, living with an impairment that is not obvious and it can mean years waiting for a diagnosis or the end of their education or careers. Reporter Saima Moshin looks at the true cost.

Shoplifting has plagued retailers for decades, with violence and aggression towards staff now reportedly reaching record numbers. Experts are predicting it could get worse with the mounting cost of living, so is enough being done to tackle this age-old problem? Adam Shaw reports.

As the UK is facing the worst drought since the summer of 1976, water companies are recording huge profits. At the same time only 14 percent of rivers in England are in good ecological health. Joe Crowley looks at the state of the nation's rivers and waterways and asks what's really being done to tackle the pollution problem.

Supporters say 'stop and search' is an effective police tactic to get knives and drugs off our streets. But data shows it's disproportionately used against people from ethnic minority communities and their children. Is there a way for law enforcers to bridge an ever-widening gap with the young people they police? Alex Beresford reports.

Nearly half a million properties in the UK are thought to be second homes, used mainly as holiday rental properties. Amid the escalating housing crisis, is now the time to limit second holiday home purchases? Reporter Helen Skelton investigates.

Billions of pounds a year are spent on home improvements, but the number of complaints about rogue traders rose by more than a quarter last year, with thousands of homeowners being left in financial ruin. Could more be done to stop cowboy builders? Michelle Ackerley has been finding out.

Daniel Hewitt investigates the crisis in the dental service, including the extreme lengths people are going to in order to end their tooth-related suffering, from overdosing on painkillers to put a stop to the chronic pain to reaching for the toolbox to extract infected teeth by their own hands. Daniel also meets the dentists who want to treat patients but say that it's the system that's failing them.

Despite intervention from the Government, the UK remains on the precipice of a major cost of living crisis as a summer of anxiety gives way to a winter of desperation. Paul Brand investigates what can be done to help British households survive.

It's been estimated that grandparents in the UK save working parents more than seven billion pounds in childcare costs every year. But when things get tough in families, it seems the law may not be on their side. So should they be given more rights? Jennie Bond reports.

Across the UK, families are feeling the pinch as mortgage costs skyrocket ahead of a looming interest rate rise from the bank of England. But is there more to this money crisis, and what can people do to keep on top of their finances? Adam Shaw investigates.

Billions of pounds a year are spent on home improvements, but the number of complaints about rogue traders rose by more than a quarter last year, with thousands of homeowners being left in financial ruin. Could more be done to stop cowboy builders? Michelle Ackerley has been finding out.

Times are tough for millions of pet owners, who not only have their own household bills to contend with, but also those of their much-loved animals. Prices are going up - food, vets bills and insurance - causing stress and anguish. In some cases, even forcing owners into making the hardest of decisions - giving up a much-loved family pet. Chris Choi meets some of those dealing with the pressure of this particular cost-of-living crisis, and talks to the professional vets and nutritionists handing out cost-saving advice.

With inflation at a 40-year high, can you cut costs without curtailing Christmas? Reporter Sonali Shah shares 12 tips for saving money and staying safe from scams this festive season.

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