
Panorama — 2023

The National Health Service faces a severe crisis. Hospitals are overwhelmed by escalating patient numbers, leading to longer waits and a workforce shortage unprecedented in its scale. Panorama examines the challenges confronting the health…

Journalist Sam Poling goes undercover to expose the growing connection between organized crime and the illegal trade in dogs.

Catherine Burns encountered NHS staff grappling with the lingering effects of long Covid, finding their return to work a formidable challenge. Many now confront the grim possibility of early retirement or, worse, dismissal.

Richard Bilton, a reporter for Panorama, examines the ecological impact of our increasing reliance on digital technologies and cloud computing.

The earthquake that ravaged Turkey and Syria has claimed the lives of over thirty thousand people. Panorama investigates whether further measures might have saved them.

A Panorama investigation, conducted undercover, has uncovered allegations that women working on tea plantations supplying PG Tips and Lipton are subjected to sexual coercion by their supervisors, with work contingent upon sexual favors.

With the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Panorama invited five Ukrainians to document their daily lives. The ensuing footage has coalesced into a compelling documentary, a poignant marker of the war's first year.

A recent inquiry has revealed that some private pregnancy advice centers are disseminating inaccurate information. Reporter Divya Talwar's investigation further exposes connections between certain centers in the United Kingdom and the Ameri…

The acquisition of Twitter by one of the world's wealthiest individuals brought about widespread change. Thousands of employees lost their jobs, and users previously suspended for violating the platform’s policies were allowed back. This is…

Each year, billions are stolen from the public by those who prey on trust, and fraud now accounts for approximately 40 percent of all reported crimes in the United Kingdom. Over the past year, *Panorama* has enjoyed exclusive access to Kent…

Across the United Kingdom, a growing number of people feel as though their income has diminished, struggling to keep pace with the rising cost of living. With ongoing strikes by public sector workers, the BBC’s Analysis Editor Ros Atkins ex…

Forty years after its implementation, Margaret Thatcher’s right-to-buy policy continues to generate considerable difficulties. Richard Bilton examines these enduring problems, notably the resurgence of substandard landlords seeking to profi…

The death of Olivia Pratt-Korbel, shot in her home at the age of nine, marked a tragic escalation in Liverpool’s ongoing struggle with drug-related violence. Dozens have perished in the city as rival gangs battle for dominance over the prof…

Justin Rowlatt examines proposals to alleviate congestion through the creation of Low Traffic Neighbourhoods, a policy that has ignited considerable debate. The initiative has become a point of contention, dividing communities between ferve…

With the nation poised for the coronation of King Charles III, Panorama considers whether the new monarch will modernize the institution of the monarchy to meet contemporary expectations.

An increasing number of individuals are seeking evaluation at private clinics to ascertain if they have ADHD. Panorama examines whether these clinics are providing accurate diagnoses.

Each year, millions of tonnes of refuse are deposited in landfill, yet the safety of these sites remains a concern. Reporter Amber Haque investigates a landfill in Staffordshire, where local residents allege a link between the waste and dec…

A persistent wave of chronic illness is sweeping across the United Kingdom. Diabetes prevalence has reached unprecedented heights, and rates of cancer among young people are climbing sharply. A growing body of research now suggests a possib…

The impending ban on new petrol and diesel cars, slated for within the next seven years, promises a widespread shift to electric vehicles. Yet, currently fewer than one in thirty vehicles on Britain’s roads are powered by batteries. This ra…

Across the United Kingdom, approximately one in seven adults now rely on antidepressants. Globally, these medications have generated billions of pounds for the pharmaceutical industry. When the current generation of antidepressants was intr…

Panorama delves into China's expansive global surveillance network, examining everything from airborne spy balloons to clandestine police stations and the plight of those who oppose the regime. The program unveils fresh information regardin…

The halls of Parliament are once again the subject of scrutiny, as fresh allegations of sexual harassment and bullying surface. Members of Parliament have been suspended from their parties amidst growing concerns about a pervasive and unche…

With the cost of living crisis intensifying, recent data indicates that nearly 13 million people in the UK are struggling to meet their bills and manage their debts. *Panorama* examines the expanding debt management industry, focusing on co…

A string of ill-fated investments has brought Thurrock Council to the brink of financial collapse. As a result, essential services are being curtailed, and residents face increased council tax in an effort to address the second-largest defi…

Lara Lewington spoke with figures often described as the founding fathers of artificial intelligence, exploring their aspirations and anxieties. She also encountered researchers at the forefront of a field poised to grant machines the abili…

Lucy Letby has been found guilty of murdering and harming infants. The question remains: what transformed a seemingly compassionate nurse into a perpetrator of such horrific acts? In a deeply affecting report, Panorama shares the experience…

A troubling trend is emerging in Britain: an increase in vaping among teenagers. This rise has sparked growing alarm, with accusations that certain companies are actively marketing to those underage. The question now is whether we should be…

Panorama examines allegations of bullying and body shaming within two of the United Kingdom's leading ballet institutions: The Royal Ballet School in London and Elmhurst Ballet School in Birmingham.

Panorama charts the astonishing ascent and spectacular collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried, the mathematical prodigy who aimed to revolutionize the world of cryptocurrency but ultimately became its most prominent casualty.

Panorama is examining claims of exploitation and abuse within the upper echelons of a major American fashion house.

BBC cost of living correspondent Colletta Smith speaks with homeowners grappling with the transition from lower fixed-rate mortgage payments to significantly increased household expenses.

Jane Corbin delves into the events surrounding Yevgeny Prigozhin's rebellion, seeking to uncover the truth of what transpired. She also considers the potential ramifications for Vladimir Putin's authority in the years to come.

Panorama examines the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Following the Hamas attacks that resulted in the deaths of 1,400 Israelis – including women and children – Israel vowed a fierce response aimed at dismantling the organization. In Gaz…

Sixteen years have passed since Madeleine McCann vanished. Now, Richard Bilton journeys through Portugal and Germany, seeking a deeper understanding of the man implicated in her abduction and presumed murder.

In 2020, the fast-fashion retailer Boohoo drew significant censure over substandard labor practices within its supply chain. A recent Panorama investigation has brought renewed scrutiny to the company, highlighting mounting pressure to redu…

Richard Bilton examines the paradox of burgeoning oil, coal, and gas exploration in a world where nearly every nation has pledged to curb global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. He seeks to understand the forces driving this expansion despit…

Since the onset of the war, the Ukrainian government reports that thousands of children have been forcibly removed to Russia. The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for President Putin. Now, Panorama examines the fate…

Since Nicky Campbell’s disclosure of the abuse he suffered and witnessed during the 1970s, he has become the prominent voice of a campaign led by former students of two distinguished Scottish private schools. Now, Panorama profiles the men …

Each year, substantial volumes of untreated sewage are discharged into rivers across the United Kingdom. This raises a critical question: how can some of the most culpable companies maintain seemingly positive environmental assessments? Rep…

Spanning over thirty branches across the United Kingdom, the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God, headed by a Brazilian businessman of considerable wealth, promotes itself as an agent of transformative change through its sermons. However…

Panorama exposes a care home struggling with staffing shortages, where independent medical professionals have documented instances of resident neglect, and foreign workers allege exploitation. The United Kingdom’s health and care system is …

