
Panorama — 2024

In England and Wales, prosecutions follow only one in twenty reported crimes. A growing number of offenses, ranging from burglary to violent crime, now see perpetrators escaping legal consequences. Is the public being failed by the justice …

A fresh wave of anti-obesity medications are generating considerable excitement, promising a significant shift for both the National Health Service and countless patients. Treatments often referred to as 'skinny jabs,' exemplified by Wegovy…

Panorama examines the condition of numerous schools across Britain, speaking with headteachers battling to ensure their students' safety and hearing from children who must learn with gloves on due to the bitter cold. Reporter Rahil Sheik…

Panorama examines the escalating crisis in maternity care, a situation increasingly jeopardizing the well-being of both mothers and infants. In Gloucestershire, whistleblowers within a local health trust share their accounts with reporter M…

The experience is a parent's deepest fear: a seemingly healthy child succumbing to death without any prior sign, leaving behind a void of unanswered questions. In the UK, these sudden, unexplained deaths in children over the age of one occu…

Fergus Walsh is tracking individuals with Alzheimer's disease who are receiving a combination of two novel medications demonstrated to slow the disease's advance. Does this represent a significant shift in how the condition is treated?

In the wake of the October 7th, 2023 attacks, Israel has declared its intention to eradicate Hamas. Yet, is such a goal achievable? John Ware delves into the organization's clandestine network operating beyond the Gaza Strip, revealing a co…

Amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding the Post Office, Panorama turns its attention to the United Kingdom’s other major postal service, Royal Mail. Millions depend on the delivery of letters for essential matters – hospital appointment…

From the icy expanse of Iowa's plains, Justin Webb and Marianna Spring journey to Georgia, a pivotal battleground state. There, they examine the persistent allure of Donald Trump and consider the implications for an American election year u…

Across the United Kingdom, hundreds of thousands reside in mobile homes and caravans. Yet, some find themselves without the legal right to truly call these spaces home. Rory Carson meets with residents of caravan parks who allege they were …

Over five months, a film crew documented the inner workings of a council teetering on the brink of collapse. Panorama investigates the financial struggles plaguing town halls across Britain. Reporter Alison Holt observes councillors and off…

For the last few years, the UK has seen unprecedented levels of net migration. This raises a key question: how did this occur when the government pledged reduced immigration following Brexit? Ros Atkins examines the figures and the politica…

Panorama examines a network of private hospitals increasingly employed to alleviate the strain on National Health Service waiting lists. With over six million people in England awaiting surgery through the NHS, Monika Plaha scrutinizes the …

The expansion of smart motorways has been halted amid safety concerns, yet 250 miles of the network remain without a hard shoulder. The government maintains that advanced technology will eventually render these existing sections safe. Howev…

A growing number of brands tout their environmental efforts, even those in industries known for significant pollution, such as technology, energy, and aviation. Now, Panorama examines the green initiatives these companies claim can neutral…

For years, they moved vast quantities of narcotics and intimidated anyone who dared obstruct their path. Now, the majority of those who commanded the Huyton Firm face imprisonment, following the decryption of ten thousand of their clandesti…

From the 1970s into the early 1990s, contaminated blood products and transfusions infected over 30,000 people in the UK with HIV and Hepatitis C. This series of errors has been widely regarded as the most devastating treatment failure in th…

Panorama has gone undercover within the Probation Service, exposing alarming vulnerabilities that allow convicted criminals to abscond with relative ease. The investigation reveals a failure to conduct drug tests due to budgetary constraint…

Ruja Ignatova, the ostentatious architect of the fraudulent cryptocurrency OneCoin, is now the world’s most sought-after woman. Known as the 'Missing Cryptoqueen,' she holds a place on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, a consequence…

Panorama’s investigation focuses on LIFE school in the Wirral, a facility for children with special educational needs. The local authority spends upwards of £50,000 annually per student to place them there, yet reporter Sasha Hinde finds li…

A worrying trend is emerging in the health of our children, from rising rates of dental problems to a surge in obesity, foreshadowing significant challenges for generations to come. Keir Starmer has pledged that his incoming government will…

The Labour Party has returned to power with a significant majority, bringing with it a series of ambitious pledges. The incoming government has promised to reform the National Health Service, stimulate economic growth, and construct thousan…

In June of 2023, Valdo Calocane fatally stabbed Barnaby Webber, Grace O'Malley-Kumar, and Ian Coates. Reporter Navtej Johal examines Calocane’s history of mental illness, the support he received in the three years leading up to the Nottingh…

A knife attack at a Taylor Swift dance workshop in Southport claimed the lives of three children, and left eight others with serious injuries. The ensuing chaos ignited the most widespread rioting to grip our cities in over a decade. Police…

A week without smartphones. What becomes of children when disconnected from their devices? Panorama sought to discover this by observing two families with hidden cameras. Do they engage more with their parents, experience deeper sleep, or f…

Already facing charges of human trafficking and organized crime in Romania, controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan are now the subject of a new investigation by local prosecutors. This latest inquiry includes an allega…

Intended as a railway for the future – an ambitious feat of engineering designed to revitalize Britain and promote regional equality – HS2 now faces a decade of escalating costs, abandoned sections, and pervasive uncertainty. Richard Bilton…

With the rising cost of living placing a strain on household budgets, supermarkets are touting discounts and promotions as a means of assisting consumers. But the value of these offers remains questionable. Michelle Ackerley examines whethe…

Kirsty Wark delves into the multi-billion pound global menopause industry, a market that offers women relief from often debilitating symptoms through specially branded supplements, teas, and even sleepwear. Researchers at the Centre for Evi…

The conflict ignited by Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, now threatens to consume the entire region a year later. Jane Corbin has documented the lives of four families – two in Israel and two in Gaza – irrevocably altered by the…

A British success story, Revolut began nearly a decade ago with online payment solutions and foreign exchange services. The company has since experienced rapid growth and now holds an estimated valuation of £35 billion. While granted a prov…

Lucy Letby, a former nurse, ascended to infamy as one of the United Kingdom’s most notorious child killers after being convicted of harming and murdering infants under her care. Found guilty by two juries following protracted trials, she no…

For the last two years, Panorama has observed some of Donald Trump’s most devoted followers. One individual was within close proximity to the former president when a gunman made an attempt on his life during a rally in Pennsylvania. They sh…

Panorama has gained exclusive access to those closest to Chris Kaba's family, investigating the events surrounding the fatal shooting. Reporter Greg McKenzie speaks with sources within the Metropolitan Police and the Independent Office for …

Smart meters promise simpler, more affordable energy bills. But is this the complete picture? In 2011, the coalition government outlined plans to install these meters in every home, aiming for completion by 2019. Yet, years later, less than…

Richard Bilton encounters the researchers striving to mitigate the effects of climate change, examining whether their efforts hold the potential for genuine impact.

In the past ten years, alcohol-related deaths from liver disease have increased dramatically among women under forty. What accounts for this alarming trend? Journalist Hazel Martin, thirty-two, embarks on a personal investigation to uncover…

For many, the tomato is a pantry mainstay, yet questions linger about its origins. In a report for Panorama, Runako Celina traces the journey of tomato purees – those essential for pizzas, pasta sauces, and countless other dishes – from Chi…

Severn Trent, England’s leading water provider, enjoys a strong reputation with investors. For five years running, the Environment Agency has awarded the company its highest rating. Yet, is this record as impeccable as it seems? Reporter Jo…

With nearly a billion users globally, Telegram ranks as the fifth most downloaded application worldwide. In the UK alone, over six million people keep it on their mobile devices, yet the platform's reach extends to those engaged in criminal…

