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Panorama (1953 – ...)

1953 • 74 seasons • Documentary, News • NR
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54 episodes · Jan 10, 2011

1. Too Much Too Young
Jan 10, 2011

The increasing prevalence of provocative clothing, explicit dance routines on television, and readily available pornography has sparked a growing unease in the UK regarding the sexualization of children. In this report, Sophie Raworth, a mo

2. Britain's Missing Dads
Jan 17, 2011

Have engaged fathers become a dwindling presence in certain regions of Britain? Reporter Declan Lawn explores the factors contributing to this shift and considers potential paths forward.

3. Stop Stalking Me
Jan 24, 2011

Affecting an estimated two million people in Britain annually, stalking is a pervasive issue. In this instance, Panorama presents an extraordinary account of a woman who has meticulously documented years of harassment.

4. The Battle for Bomb Alley
Jan 31, 2011

Ben Anderson chronicles the efforts of the American Marines who have maintained a presence in the Sangin district of Afghanistan since the British departure the previous year. Has any meaningful advancement been achieved?

5. The Battle for Egypt
Feb 7, 2011

For the past two weeks, the world has observed the burgeoning protests against President Mubarak's three-decade rule. Jane Corbin has been documenting these remarkable events from within.

6. Forgotten Heroes
Feb 9, 2011

Colonel Tim Collins encounters the soldiers returning from service, only to witness a disheartening reality: their dedication to the Crown and their nation seems to hold little significance in the civilian world.

7. WikiLeaks: The Secret Story
Feb 14, 2011

John Sweeney considers the impact of WikiLeaks and its release of classified documents, questioning whether the organization has truly fulfilled its stated commitment to transparency.

8. How to Blow a Fortune
Feb 21, 2011

Fergal Keane investigates the path that led Ireland from a position of considerable wealth to the precipice of financial collapse. Furthermore, he examines whether the measures taken to rescue the Irish economy have inadvertently endangered

9. Classroom Warriors
Feb 28, 2011

Panorama investigates the government's proposals for deploying troops in Britain’s struggling schools. The program explores whether such a measure can truly address the issues of discipline, leadership, and respect within the education syst

10. Smoking and the Bandits
Mar 7, 2011

Panorama delves into the shadowy realm of the illicit tobacco trade. In a revealing report, Sam Poling exposes a disturbing truth: over half of the hand-rolled tobacco available in the nation is either counterfeit or brought in illegally.

11. Tabloid Hacks Exposed
Mar 14, 2011

The weekly current affairs program offered another report. In this instance, Panorama reveals the comprehensive methods – the subtle strategies – employed by journalists throughout the industry in pursuit of a story.

12. Fighting Gaddafi
Mar 21, 2011

This is the true account of Libya’s uprising, the story of young professionals who dared to challenge four decades of autocratic rule. Now, Paul Kenyon seeks out Saadi Gaddafi, the son of the former dictator.

13. My Big Fat Fake Wedding
Mar 24, 2011

Richard Bilton, a reporter for Panorama Special, assumes the guise of a wedding photographer in this special report. His mission: to uncover the surprisingly profitable and expanding industry of sham marriages.

14. The Big Squeeze
Mar 28, 2011

As the price of living continues its rapid climb and wages lag further behind, a new study from Panorama reveals that the majority of us are considerably less well-off than we were just two years prior.

15. Finished at Fifty?
Apr 4, 2011

Fiona Phillips illuminates a growing crisis: a cohort of over-50s facing prolonged unemployment, surpassing all other age groups. Her reporting reveals individuals grappling with the sting of rejection and the anxieties of financial insecur

16. Living with the Ayatollah
Apr 11, 2011

In a pointed question, journalist Jane Corbin probes the limits of Iran's control over simmering internal dissent, considering the wave of revolution and regime shifts currently reshaping the Middle East.

17. The Trillion Dollar Con-Man
Apr 18, 2011

Panorama uncovers the story of a conman who absconded with a football club and emptied a bank account, and probes how a single individual could so easily manipulate regulators and evade oversight.

18. Council Houses: Cheats and Victims
May 4, 2011

Panorama illuminates the lives of families grappling with precarious housing: those living in cramped or unsafe conditions, or forced to rent dwellings far beyond their means.

19. The Death of Bin Laden
May 9, 2011

This is the account of the pursuit and elimination of Osama Bin Laden by the United States. It includes firsthand perspectives from those who witnessed the events, individuals who suffered loss at the hands of Al Qaeda, and those within the

20. Track My Trash
May 16, 2011

In a revealing investigation, Panorama delves into the shadowy world of electronic waste. Employing hidden tracking devices within discarded television sets, the program exposes the illicit trade in e-waste – and the recycling businesses wh

21. Fifa: Football's Shame?
May 23, 2011

As the FIFA presidential elections approached on June 1st, 2011, journalist Andrew Jennings considered the qualifications of each contender for the influential position.

22. Undercover Care: The Abuse Exposed
May 31, 2011

In a special report for Panorama, Paul Kenyon uncovers the disturbing reality of a caregiving group spiraling out of control, revealing how the system repeatedly overlooked critical warnings.

23. A Job to Get Work
Jun 6, 2011

Panorama journeys to Rhyl in North Wales, a town where poverty casts a long shadow, with nearly half the population reliant on state support. The program offers a glimpse into the lives of some of those struggling with unemployment, sharing

24. Can You Trust Your Bank?
Jun 13, 2011

Panorama went undercover to assess whether employees at Britain’s banks had truly absorbed the lessons learned from the substantial penalties levied for selling unsuitable insurance and investment products.

25. Breaking into Britain
Jun 16, 2011

Evan Davis delves into the reality surrounding economic migrants who traverse continents in a desperate attempt to enter Britain unlawfully. Alongside him, two reporters trace the perilous pathways these individuals undertake in their pursu

26. Land of Anarchy
Jun 20, 2011

Peter Greste ventures into the heart of Somalia's chaos, immersing himself in a landscape of anarchy and documenting a crisis poised to devastate millions. He journeys to a region previously untouched by Western journalism, seeking to bear

27. Surgery's Dirty Secrets
Jun 27, 2011

Sam Poling examines allegations that faulty surgical instruments are appearing in the National Health Service, questioning whether the procurement of medical supplies adheres to ethical standards designed to safeguard patient well-being.

28. Why Hate Junk Mail?
Jul 4, 2011

Tom Heap examines the future of Royal Mail, questioning its viability in a world with diminishing junk mail. He also explores the postal service's unexpected connection to a darker aspect of communication: fraudulent correspondence.

29. The Great Car Insurance Swindle
Jul 11, 2011

Panorama delves into the heart of the car insurance industry, exposing its inner workings and venturing into the shadowy world of a criminal organization orchestrating staged accidents for insurance fraud. The report is by Declan Lawn.

30. Murdoch: Breaking the Spell?
Jul 18, 2011

Rupert Murdoch has long occupied a distinctive position of influence within Britain, his power rooted in a vast media empire. Following the exposure of the News of the World phone hacking scandal, Panorama unveils the inner workings of how

31. One Born Every 40 Seconds
Jul 25, 2011

Amidst a surge in births, Shelley Jofre highlights a growing scarcity of midwives in certain regions of the United Kingdom, prompting a crucial question: is the National Health Service adequately equipped to provide maternity care?

32. Dying for a Drink
Aug 1, 2011

Panorama explores the growing toll of alcohol on younger generations grappling with addiction, questioning whether governmental efforts are sufficient to halt the escalating rate of alcohol-related mortality.

33. Mugabe's Blood Diamonds
Aug 8, 2011

Panorama delves into the heart of Zimbabwe’s Marange diamond fields, revealing compelling evidence of torture camps and widespread killings. The question remains: will Robert Mugabe be held accountable for these alleged atrocities?

34. The August Riots
Aug 15, 2011

Decades of relative calm have been shattered by the most severe civil unrest in memory, resulting in damage estimated at tens of millions of pounds. In this report, Panorama examines the riots of August, probing the underlying factors that

35. Gerry and the GPs
Sep 5, 2011

This edition of Panorama features Sir Gerry Robinson, renowned troubleshooter and businessman, who offers a critical examination of the government's proposals for the most significant restructuring of the National Health Service in its hist

36. Tsunami: The Survivors' Stories
Sep 12, 2011

Half a year after the world witnessed one of its most catastrophic tsunamis, Paul Kenyon of Panorama journeys back to Japan. He seeks out and shares extraordinary stories of resilience found amidst the immense devastation.

37. Drinking Our Rivers Dry?
Sep 19, 2011

With growing anxieties surrounding Britain’s water security, Simon Boazman examines whether the water industry and its regulatory bodies are adequately safeguarding the country’s rivers.

38. Syria: Inside the Secret Revolution
Sep 26, 2011

The question lingers: will Syria follow the path of other Arab dictatorships, succumbing to upheaval? This is the account of those who defy President Assad's rule, and the stark reality of his violent response to dissent within his nation.

39. All Work and Low Pay
Oct 3, 2011

Panorama investigates, going undercover to expose how certain employers exploit legal ambiguities and circumvent regulations, resulting in workers being paid below the National Minimum Wage.

40. BNP: The Fraud Exposed
Oct 10, 2011

Nick Griffin's British National Party, already subject to scrutiny for violations of electoral regulations, now confronts further accusations of corruption. New evidence has been revealed by Panorama.

41. The Great Fuel Robbery
Oct 17, 2011

Samantha Poling has gained privileged insight into the operations of police and HM Revenue and Customs, the agencies dedicated to combating fuel fraud. Her reporting delves into the vast, illicit market where millions of pounds worth of fue

42. Britain's Child Beggars
Oct 19, 2011

John Sweeney, a reporter for the press, exposes the reality of child beggars in Britain, following their trail to organized gangs operating from opulent residences in Romania.

43. Britain, Gaddafi and the Torture Trail
Oct 24, 2011

In a revealing exposé, journalist Paul Kenyon unveils previously unseen photographs and firsthand accounts that expose the realities of Colonel Gaddafi’s rule and its connections to the British government.

44. Dale Farm: The Big Eviction
Oct 27, 2011

Panorama secured unprecedented access to the families of the Dale Farm travelers, as well as to their neighbors and the relevant authorities, both leading up to and throughout Britain’s largest-ever traveler eviction.

45. Cops Behaving Badly
Oct 31, 2011

When the guardians of the peace fail in their duty to safeguard lives, when errors are made, or when officers themselves transgress the law, what then occurs? Richard Bilton delves into the cases of those who abuse their power.

46. Britain on the Fiddle
Nov 3, 2011

Journalist Richard Bilton employs hidden cameras to reveal the opulent lifestyles of those defrauding welfare systems – individuals who enjoy yachts and Bentleys while collecting public funds. His investigations also highlight a growing pro

47. What's Fuelling Your Energy Bill?
Nov 7, 2011

Panorama uncovers a troubling reality behind the escalating cost of energy in the United Kingdom: government policy is a significant driver of this increase.

48. Manchester: Inside the Riots
Nov 14, 2011

Panorama journeys into the heart of the unrest, alongside Manchester's police force and within the interview rooms of those involved in the August riots, to recount the story of a city deeply scarred by the events.

49. Meet the Burglars
Nov 21, 2011

Panorama reporter Raphael Rowe enters a correctional facility to observe a fraught confrontation between two young women and the young men responsible for their home invasion.

50. Who's Getting Rich on your Money?
Nov 28, 2011

John Ware’s inquiry into the Private Finance Initiative reveals compelling evidence suggesting the government's assertions regarding the initiative's fiscal benefit to taxpayers are deliberately misleading.

51. From Russia With Love
Nov 30, 2011

The circumstances surrounding an MP’s former aide’s false accusation of posing a danger to British national security remain shrouded in mystery. Katia Zatuliveter reveals the details in an exclusive interview with Peter Taylor.

52. The Truth About Supermarket Price Wars
Dec 5, 2011

Sophie Raworth navigates the vast aisles of the UK's largest supermarkets, uncovering some disheartening realities at the point of purchase.

53. How to Survive the Meltdown
Dec 12, 2011

A tremor runs through the global economy; uncertainty grips the euro, and the horizon appears shadowed. Must the outlook be so dire? This report examines how Britain's major companies might weather the storm.

54. The Truth About Adoption
Dec 14, 2011

With 65,000 children currently in foster care, adoption has become a central focus of political discourse, increasingly presented as the most desirable path forward. This film explores the often-unseen consequences when adoptions fail.

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