With a general election looming, ITV News’ Anushka Asthana has spent the past three months with the man tipped to become our next prime minister. Keir Starmer's Labour party are leading the polls and yet he’s been described as “too boring” – so does he really have what it takes to lead the nation? What drives him? And what’s his ultimate vision for Britain? Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana tells Tom Bradby what you need to know... For more on this, tune into ITV1 on Thursday 18th January ...
Jan 17, 2024•18 min
Brightly coloured, sweet and sugary - energy drinks are all the buzz. But now, concerns are growing over children’s thirst for the drink – as it’s been revealed that the drinks are associated with increased risk of mental health issues in young people. So, what’s got kids so hooked? And can anything stop them? ITV News Social Affairs Correspondent Stacey Foster tells Faye Barker what you need to know...
Jan 15, 2024•12 min
A machete attack in broad daylight in Huddersfield. Gangs in balaclavas swinging knives around Leeds. Young men stabbed to death in Doncaster. These are just some of the acts of violence plaguing our communities. For too long it's been largely unreported and now bereaving families are demanding change. So, how did our youth become a lost generation? From ITV Calendar, Jonathan Brown tells Tom Bradby what you need to know... To watch the full investigation head to: https://www.itv.com/watch/news/...
Jan 12, 2024•14 min
From heatwaves to raging wildfires, 2023 was a scorcher of a year. And with temperatures soaring off the chart, it’s now broken the world record, becoming the hottest year ever. So, was this expected? What does this mean for our climate crisis? And could 2024 be even hotter? ITV News Science Correspondent Martin Stew tells Faye Barker what you need to know...
Jan 10, 2024•8 min
It’s now 3 months since Hamas’ terror attack in Israel, and Israel’s subsequent retaliation and sadly the conflict shows no sign of stopping yet. So much so that the danger of war spreading beyond Gaza has brought the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken to the region, again. Israel says it’s dismantled Hamas’ military infrastructure in the north of Gaza, so what comes next? Is there any hope of Israel’s stated aim of eliminating Hamas ever being realised? Can the conflict be contained? From Is...
Jan 08, 2024•16 min
Their meant to keep their community safe, but instead some pose a danger themselves. It’s been revealed that South Wales fire service is plagued with harassment and abuse right from the top of the ladder. And it’s not just in Wales, as an ongoing ITV News investigation laid bare the toxic culture across the rest of the UK’s fire services. So, what’s been uncovered? And can their culture be transformed? ITV News UK Editor Paul Brand tells Charlie Frost what you need to know......
Jan 05, 2024•18 min
It was the IT error that led to one of the biggest miscarriages of justice the UK has ever seen. And now it’s playing out on ITV as prime time drama. But will the on-screen telling of the Post Office scandal finally help deliver justice for those still chasing it after all these years? Nick Wallis, the reporter who wrote the definitive book on the scandal and served as a consultant for the TV drama itself, tells Cari Davies what you need to know… You can watch Mr Bates vs The Post Office on ITVX...
Jan 03, 2024•19 min
Whether it’s cutting down on food or booze or any other unhealthy habit, January 1st is the traditional day to make a new year’s resolution. But is the start of the year really the right time for a brand new start or a different lifestyle? And what do you do if you want the power to change but just don’t have the willpower? David Robson, author of The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life, tells Faye Barker what you need to know…...
Jan 01, 2024•12 min
Imagine being the victim of a brutal crime, reporting it to police only to be told that the man you’re accusing has no previous convictions. Then the next day you turn on your TV and see his face, on a documentary about a rapist and killer who became the UK’s longest-serving prisoner. It sounds like the start of a crime fiction novel, but - unbelievably - it’s all true… The documentary maker himself, ITV News West Country Correspondent Robert Murphy, tells Daniel Hewitt what you need to know… Yo...
Dec 29, 2023•11 min
What a year it has been for Rishi Sunak. His Cabinet rocked by resignations and sackings, the flagship Rwanda policy halted in habour by the Supreme Court, while falling short on his other key pledges for 2023 - not to mention the damaging losses in the local and by-elections. So what lessons will the PM have learned ahead of his ultimate political battle in 2024? Political Correspondent Harry Horton tells Julie Etchingham what you need to know…...
Dec 27, 2023•20 min
Twitter became X, TikTok became an obsession and the world’s biggest tech bosses pledged to face off in a cage fight… Yes, 2023 took us to some weird and wonderful places for those of us who live much of our lives on social media. So what were the key trends that we all followed? And where on earth could socials go next? George Hancorn from the ITV News social team tells Entertainment Reporter Rishi Davda what you need to know...
Dec 25, 2023•14 min
Pub chef Darren Osment killed his former partner Claire Holland in 2012 and confessed seven years later. Then he claimed he made it all up, so police went deep under cover for 20 months to get him to admit the truth on camera. And it’s only thanks to ITV West Country Correspondent Robert Murphy that you can hear it now. He joins Daniel Hewitt to tell you what you need to know… You can also view Robert's report here: https://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2023-12-11/confession-16-how-a-two-year-cov...
Dec 22, 2023•12 min
Reem still has flashbacks of the day her brother died. She remembers opening her bedroom door and seeing the empty room and the open window. And then her mother screaming. And yet toddler Exodus wasn’t the first young life lost out of the window of a high rise building in Leeds… So what’s stopping yet another tragedy? Investigations Correspondent Daniel Hewitt tells Faye Barker what you need to know…
Dec 20, 2023•14 min
After a year of soaring food prices and inflation, it’s no surprise the cost of Christmas has rocketed. And there’s a new warning in place for families to tread carefully, as it could take a year for millions to finish paying for their festive season. Now, some are turning to toy banks and others are cutting back on their festivities. So, are you feeling the pinch? And how best can we cut the cost at Christmas? ITV News Consumer Editor Chris Choi and Producer Siham Ali tell Faye Barker what you ...
Dec 18, 2023•14 min
Assault, abuse and harassment are just some of the forms of misconduct which make up the toxic culture in our police forces. And yet, in most of these cases, no further action has been taken. Too afraid of the repercussions and with a lack of trust in the system, victims are forced to remain silent. So, what’s being done to put a stop to this? And how can we be better protected? From ITV Meridian, journalist Joe Coshan tells Faye Barker What You Need to Know…...
Dec 15, 2023•13 min
After marathon negotiations, a deal has been reached at COP28 in Dubai. The new agreement will enforce a ‘transition away’ from fossil fuels. But, some nations still think this doesn’t go far enough – urging to remove, not reduce, the use of fossil fuels. So, was this a fair COP? Or a cop out? From Dubai, Science Correspondent Martin Stew and Producer Philip Sime tell Anushka Asthana what you need to know...
Dec 13, 2023•10 min
It's a procedure designed to give you the hourglass figure made famous by celebs like Kim Kardashian, but the Brazilian Bum Lift has also been described as the world's most dangerous cosmetic surgery. Yet the non-surgical alternative, involving filler, is becoming increasingly popular. It’s advertised as a safer alternative, but is in fact just as dangerous, as there’s little regulation to stop anyone from performing the procedure. So, should these procedures be banned entirely? ITV News Reporte...
Dec 11, 2023•11 min
As he began his appearance with an apology, Boris Johnson tried to defend what was left of his reputation at the Covid Inquiry. But, for bereaved families, it was simply, too little too late; as they told the former Prime Minister “the dead won’t hear your apologies.” So, did Mr. Johnson take enough responsibility? And what lessons were learned? UK Editor Paul Brand tells Julie Etchingham What You Need to Know…
Dec 08, 2023•18 min
“Abandon Biden” is the new slogan taking off in the US and it’s pushing the President into political jeopardy. The phrase has been spreading amongst the Arab American community due to his support for Israel. And now those who once helped propel him to presidency, are stripping away his support. So, how damaging is this for Biden? And who will the Muslim community turn to? US Correspondent Dan Rivers tells Tom Bradby what you need to know...
Dec 06, 2023•16 min
A stretch of Norfolk coastline has become the sudden focus of national attention after collapsing into the sea. Clifftop residents were left stunned as 200 metres of road fell right in front of them, stranding them from safety and leaving their houses in peril. So what caused the collapse? And what do you do when your home is about to fall off a cliff… ITV Anglia's Rob Setchell tells Faye Barker what you need to know...
Dec 04, 2023•18 min
Now that temperatures are plummeting, heating systems are firing up in millions of homes across the UK. But did you know that turning your thermostat down even by a single degree could cut 10% from your energy bill? And that’s not the only simple and environmentally friendly change you could make to save money this winter. Dr Nathan Johnson from Imperial College London shares his expert advice and knowledge as Lucy Verasamy finds out what you need to know…
Dec 01, 2023•10 min
On the final day of the present truce between Israel and Hamas, the world is watching on. After seven agonising weeks, the temporary ceasefire has enabled the exchange of Hamas held hostages for Palestinian prisoners. So, what's the wider impact of the pause? And might there be a further extension? Global Security Editor Rohit Kachroo tells Julie Etchingham what you need to know...
Nov 29, 2023•18 min
The UK shoplifting epidemic is costing our country £1billion a year. But, the impact on shop stock is just one part of this sweeping crime wave, as attacks, abuse and assaults are becoming a commonplace in shops. Now, a new policing plan has been unveiled to crackdown on the crime. So, is the new plan enough to curb the rise in shoplifting? Or is it too little too late? Consumer Editor Chris Choi and Producer Siham Ali tell Faye Barker what you need to know......
Nov 27, 2023•16 min
With Cop28 fast approaching, many will look to big tech and innovation. But, what about living sustainably on a smaller scale? Tens of thousands are starting a greener way of living, in eco-villages. And they’re long established in Denmark, with communities acting as ‘living laboratories’ for us all to learn a thing or two. So, what exactly is an eco-village? And would they work here in the UK? Consumer Editor Chris Choi tells Rageh Omaar What You Need to Know... To hear more on Chris’ investiga...
Nov 24, 2023•13 min
Just a few weeks ago, Jeremy Hunt said tax cuts would be ‘virtually impossible.’ But, in his Autumn Statement, the Chancellor revealed that they are in fact top of his agenda and that England can now afford them. So, where’s the cash coming from? What were his other key promises? And can Hunt’s plans ease the Cost of Living crisis? Consumer Editor Chris Choi and Political Correspondent Shehab Khan tell Mary Nightingale what you need to know…
Nov 22, 2023•14 min
From sea level rising at the Cornish cove to storms battering stately homes, climate change is threatening our most beloved heritage sites more than ever. Now, the National Trust is calling on politicians to do more to help climate change adaption. And their warning comes as the UN predicts global temperatures could rise further by nearly 2.9 degrees C. So, can UK heritage be saved? And with Cop28 just around the corner, what will the government do? ITV News Science Correspondent Martin Stew tel...
Nov 20, 2023•17 min
From high street nail bars to back street cannabis farms, the UK people smuggling industry is thriving. And despite the government promising to stop the small boats, migrants arrive in plenty and business is booming. Many come from Vietnam, hoping for a better quality of life, but instead, are met with one much worse. So, with the Rwandan policy scrapped, how can Rishi Sunak stop the small boats? ITV News Correspondent Peter Smith tells Faye Barker what you need to know......
Nov 17, 2023•20 min
The bombing of Pan Am 103 above the small Scottish town of Lockerbie in 1988 remains Europe’s deadliest terror attack. And witnessing the disaster first-hand, even before police had cordoned off the crash site, was ITV’s Lorraine Kelly. Now, three and a half decades on, Lorraine’s returned to Lockerbie. So, what did she discover? And why does she now see the disaster in a new light? Lorraine Kelly tells Tom Bradby This Is What You Need to Know… You can watch ‘Return to Lockerbie With Lorraine Ke...
Nov 15, 2023•18 min
Suella Braverman has been sacked, again . In a hardly surprising start to the reshuffle, Rishi Sunak dismissed the now former Home Secretary, following her rather outspoken opinions. But what did come as a surprise, was Sunak’s shock move to restore former Prime Minister David Cameron to the political frontline. So, what does the reshuffle mean? And how will it impact the election polls? Political Editor Robert Peston and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana tell Shehab Khan what you need to ...
Nov 13, 2023•16 min
Michaela and her three children were given less than 24 hours’ notice to pack their lives together, before facing eviction. But with little time and nowhere to go, the streets were their only choice. This is the reality of the UK housing crisis. So, why are so many Brits in temporary accommodation? And what’s being done about it? Investigations correspondent Daniel Hewitt tells Tom Bradby what you need to know...
Nov 10, 2023•18 min
