The NHS is warning of a worst-case scenario over Christmas as an "unprecedented wave of super flu" drives infections across the country. An average of 2,660 patients were in hospital a day with flu last week - the highest ever for this time of year and up 55% on the week before. There is no peak in sight - so what's caused the predominant H3N2 strain to emerge and can the NHS cope with the extra pressure? Niall is joined by NHS GP and health educator Dr Raj Arora and Sky's science correspondent ...
Dec 11, 2025•19 min
Kiki Marriott is one of the thousands of people in the UK whose life has spiralled out of control because of gambling addiction. However, research has shown that while people from ethnic minorities like Kiki are actually less likely to gamble than their white counterparts – they are more likely to suffer harm from gambling and less likely to seek help. Why is this? And what can be done to help those most in need feel more comfortable with getting support? Niall is joined by Kiki and Sky News cor...
Dec 10, 2025•15 min
Earlier this year, Donald Trump launched a series of punitive tariffs that in turn ignited a trade war that has changed the way we look at the established global economy. As we head towards the first anniversary of Trump’s second term in office, what has been the impact of those tariffs both in the USA and around the world? Niall is joined by Sky’s economics and data editor, Ed Conway, who has been on the road to see how Trump’s tariffs have affected everyone from small businesses to global cong...
Dec 09, 2025•17 min
“Too many women and babies are not getting the safe, compassionate care they deserve.” The starkest of warnings has been issued by the president of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Professor Ranee Thakar, about the failures in maternity services across the country. A new Sky documentary, Birth Trauma: The women who weren’t listened to, tells the stories of three women who were failed by the NHS. But why is maternity care so bad in the UK? And what can be done to improve the...
Dec 08, 2025•15 min
Imagine setting up a political party and then boycotting day one of its first conference. It's an unusual thing to do - but exactly what Your Party co-founder Zarah Sultana did last weekend. The former Labour MP isn't the first politician to struggle after defecting to set up a new movement. What's the story behind the left-wing 32-year-old - and how do you successfully set up a new party? Niall is joined by Sky News political correspondent Rob Powell, who attended Your Party's chaotic inaugural...
Dec 05, 2025•18 min
Grooming gangs continue to plague our communities. Through the voices of the survivors themselves, a new Sky documentary tells the story of the gangs and how they continue to exploit young girls. Liz Lane and Sarah O’Connell are specialist producers who have been working with vulnerable and groomed women and girls for years, giving them the chance to tell their stories. They join Niall to talk about Scarlett and Danielle, and the reality of the abuse they’ve suffered. You can watch Prey: Inside ...
Dec 04, 2025•20 min
Lucy was 13 when she was robbed by the drug gang she was working for and then stabbed as punishment. Now in her 20s and living in a refuge, Lucy was one of thousands of children exploited by violent drug gangs. A decade after authorities first identified the emergence of "county lines" dealing, parents and former child runners have spoken about the devastating impact on their lives. Niall is joined by Sky's home affairs editor Jason Farrell. Producer: Tom Gillespie Editor: Mike Bovill...
Dec 03, 2025•13 min
David Lammy has set out radical plans to limit jury trials to only the most serious of crimes. The deputy prime minister argues the move will help tackle a backlog of court cases which has “pushed the justice system to the brink of collapse”. The plans have been heavily criticised, not least by the opposition. But if restricting the right to a jury trial isn’t the answer, then what is? Niall is joined by Dr Rebecca Helm, professor of law and empirical legal studies at the University of Exeter, a...
Dec 02, 2025•17 min
From being shot at in Syria to navigating the gang-controlled streets of Haiti, a new YouTube series is shining a light on some of Sky’s most hard-hitting journalism. Hotspots takes you behind the scenes in hostile environments around the world to deliver the story behind the story. Our correspondents Stuart Ramsay and Alex Crawford join Niall Paterson to discuss their important work and where they’d like to go next. You can watch Hotspots here: youtube.com/@SkyNewsHotspots And subscribe so you ...
Dec 01, 2025•18 min
The Office for Budget Responsibility has attracted huge criticism, and anger from Chancellor Rachel Reeves, after mistakenly revealing the details of her budget hours before she delivered it. But the watchdog already had its critics. Liz Truss says she never realised how powerful the OBR was and that it should be abolished. And Sir Keir Starmer has criticised the OBR's assessment of his government's fiscal plans. So how will the budget leak affect the OBR's future? Niall talks to Ed Conway, Sky'...
Nov 28, 2025•19 min
A climbdown from the government over workers' rights. Is it another manifesto breach? A member of the National Guard who was shot near the White House on Wednesday has died. It’s sparked a fiery debate over immigration in the US. And an incredible story about one of the rarest operations you can have. Anna Jones and Kamali Melbourne have the day's news, in just 10 minutes. Follow Cheat Sheet here to never miss an episode: https://podfollow.com/cheatsheet/
Nov 28, 2025•10 min
A US clinic is offering would-be parents the chance to select traits like height and intelligence to "genetically optimise" their future babies on top of the usual screenings for hereditary diseases. Critics of the start-up company have questioned the ethics of this and experts in human genetics are also questioning the science behind it. Niall talks to Sky's science and technology editor Tom Clarke about what the concerns are. Producer: Tom Gillespie Editor: Wendy Parker...
Nov 27, 2025•13 min
A £26bn tax rise, pension changes and an accidental OBR publication. There's a lot to unpack from the Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget. US President Donald Trump has responded to the shooting of two national guard members who were targeted near the White House. There's been a fatal fire in Hong Kong with 300 people still missing. And the Prince of Wales has told John Cleese his children have just discovered his hit 1970s sitcom Fawlty Towers and "love it". Sophy and Wilf get you up to speed on ...
Nov 27, 2025•10 min
Will you be better or worse off than you were before Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced her tax and spending plans in her long-awaited budget? From the minimum wage and scrapping of the two-child benefit cap to ISA caps and tax threshold freezes, Niall looks at how the budget will impact you with personal finance expert Iona Bain. Producers: Tom Gillespie and Araminta Parker Editor: Wendy Parker
Nov 26, 2025•16 min
Tax rises are expected in the chancellor’s budget. But will Rachel Reeves break any manifesto promises? A leaked memo suggests only murder, rape and manslaughter trials will be heard before juries under a radical plan to clear a backlog of nearly 80,000 court cases. The Ministry of Justice says "no final decision" has been taken. And has the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer killed off the 6-7 trend? Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes....
Nov 26, 2025•11 min
Are you prepared to fight for your country? That's the question Emmanuel Macron will be asking the young people of France this week when he announces a plan to introduce voluntary military service. The threat posed by Russia and a US that has a questionable commitment to NATO means Mr Macron isn't the only European leader who has had to ponder such a move. Should the UK follow France's lead and introduce some form of military service? Niall is joined by former armed forces minister James Heappey...
Nov 25, 2025•16 min
The chancellor's called for unity among Labour MPs - 24 hours before she reveals her budget. Meanwhile, the prime minister's hosting a call between European allies to push for a better peace plan for Ukraine. Ofcom's brought in new guidance to protect women and girls online - but will it make those in the public eye feel any safer? And Max Whitlock - Britain's most successful gymnast ever - has come out of retirement. Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in j...
Nov 25, 2025•11 min
Is it time for an NHS screening programme for prostate cancer? The disease is the most common cancer affecting men in the UK and kills more than 12,000 men every year. A decision is expected to be made by the National Screening Council later this week. Now, former prime minister Lord Cameron has become the latest high-profile figure to reveal his own diagnosis and has called for a national programme to target the groups most at risk. But could an increase in overdiagnosis do more harm than good?...
Nov 24, 2025•17 min
Two days out from Wednesday's big budget, Sophy and Wilf talk through what they're looking out for. Ukraine peace talks in Geneva continue today. David Cameron reveals he's been treated for prostate cancer. And - a big London derby game ends in tears for Tottenham, as Eberechi Eze scores a hat-trick in a 4-1 win for Arsenal. Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.
Nov 24, 2025•10 min
She’s the Labour home secretary winning praise from the Tories and Reform UK – no wonder Shabana Mahmood’s crackdown on immigration has grated with some of her own backbenchers. But what is driving Mahmood's stance on small boats, and can her ideas land for Labour? Niall is joined by the former Conservative cabinet minister turned Spectator editor, Lord Michael Gove, who talks of his admiration for Shabana Mahmood. They also discuss her approach to politics and immigration policy as well as her ...
Nov 21, 2025•17 min
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he's ready to work on a peace plan put together by just the US and Russia. UK drugs could be funding Russia's war effort. Plus, energy bills will rise by 0.2% in January, 35% higher than they were before the Ukraine war. And the Ashes are off to a worrying start for England, but there's still hope yet. Anna Jones and Kamali Melbourne have the day's news in just 10 minutes.
Nov 21, 2025•10 min
It's perhaps no coincidence that Trump's latest peace plan has dropped just as President Zelenskyy is having to deal with the biggest corruption scandal his government has faced so far. The latest plan was drawn up in secret with Russia and depends on huge concessions from Ukraine. Joining Niall is our international affairs editor Dominic Waghorn to discuss what's in the 28-point plan and whether a perceived weakness of Zelenskyy's position is why it has come out now. Plus, Jaroslava Barbieri, r...
Nov 20, 2025•17 min
Defence Secretary John Healey sent a direct warning to Russia after a ship was spotted off the north coast of Scotland. US special envoy Steve Witkoff's post on X has suggested the US and Russia may be forming a secret plan to end the war in Ukraine. And authors say they fear AI replacing them entirely. Plus - why are MPs reading dad jokes in the Commons? Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.
Nov 20, 2025•10 min
Defence Secretary John Healey sent a direct warning to Russia after a ship was spotted off the north coast of Scotland. US special envoy Steve Witkoff's post on X has suggested the US and Russia may be forming a secret plan to end the war in Ukraine. And authors say they fear AI replacing them entirely. Plus - why are MPs reading dad jokes in the Commons? Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.
Nov 20, 2025•10 min
When a British father, Matt Jeffrey, was killed by a single punch during a stag do on the Greek island of Zante, two men were convicted. But now a Sky News investigation has identified a new suspect - a man who has potentially evaded justice for years. In this episode, Niall speaks to Jason about the devastating impact of ‘one-punch’ violence, the emotional toll on Matt’s family and the complexities of an international legal battle. Producer: Tom Gillespie Editor: Mike Bovill...
Nov 19, 2025•16 min
Scotland have secured their place in the football World Cup for the first time in 28 years. In the US, politicians have voted to approve a bill forcing the release of files relating to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. And we explain why President Trump's hosting of the Saudi Arabian crown prince is controversial. Plus, could the UK defend itself in an attack? A new report suggests not. Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes....
Nov 19, 2025•10 min
More than 100 companies are being warned by the competition watchdog in a crackdown on online pricing. If you’re not on your toes, it can be a tricky and expensive world to navigate for consumers at a time when money is tight and many are feeling the squeeze. Fortunately, the Sky News Money blog has launched its Consumer Rights Week - where the team is helping customers with disputes and offering tips to save your hard-earned cash. Do you know your rights and are you getting bang for your buck? ...
Nov 18, 2025•16 min
Home secretary Shabana Mahmood is defending asylum reforms some Labour MPs are calling "cruel and inhumane". Also, the UN has passed Trump's peace plan for Gaza. And the government is set to ban ticket touts reselling tickets way above face value. Sophy and Wilf talk about how that's happened following a Competition and Markets Authority report which said Ticketmaster "may have misled Oasis fans" with unclear pricing. Although not about reselling, it did lead to promises to make sales more trans...
Nov 18, 2025•10 min
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced a radical overhaul of the UK's immigration system, by copying a model that has been seemingly successful in Denmark. That, of course, depends on how you define "successful". Although asylum claims are down, many feel the country's tough approach raises moral and legal questions. Labour hopes Denmark's tried and tested method will help it win over anti-immigration voters here, but what about the social and economic consequences? Is the Danish model rig...
Nov 17, 2025•16 min
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is announcing some of the biggest reforms to the asylum system since WWII. Trump has U-turned on the Epstein files, calling for Republicans to vote for their release. And house prices have fallen below their expected level. Sophy and Wilf explain the reforms, give their take on Trump and discuss why house prices are one to watch in today's episode of cheat sheet - all you need to know, in under 10 minutes.
Nov 17, 2025•10 min
