Episodes

  • Families pushed to the brink - why is SEND provision in such crisis?

    Families pushed to the brink - why is SEND provision in such crisis?
    Jul 24 2024
    We've seen countless stories of failures in the system designed to help our most vulnerable children - those with special educational needs and disabilities.

    This week ITV News journalists - both nationally and in all our regions - will be putting an even bigger spotlight on the real life impact of the SEND crisis.

    Neil Barbour from ITV Anglia, Jonny Brown from ITV Calendar and Katie Cole from ITV Tyne Tees join ITV News Presenter Faye Barker.

    With families being pushed to the brink of mental and financial collapse, we ask why is SEND provision in such a crisis? And how bad is it in your area?
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    18 mins
  • Could this be the last waltz for Strictly?

    Could this be the last waltz for Strictly?
    Jul 22 2024
    Strictly Come Dancing has been dominating the headlines as claims mount over abusive treatment of the show’s celebrity contestants.

    The nation’s beloved BBC programme, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, risks losing its reputation, or even more.

    So, as the allegations rise, could this year’s show be Strictly's last dance? And what's being done to resolve the crisis?

    ITV News Entertainment Reporter Rishi Davda tells Sangeeta Kandola What You Need to Know…
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    14 mins
  • Could concussions in sport be linked to brain conditions?

    Could concussions in sport be linked to brain conditions?
    Jul 17 2024
    New research reveals that markers of Motor Neurone Disease are more likely to be found in the blood of retired sportsmen who have suffered several concussions, offering hope of early diagnosis and possibly earlier treatment.

    It also adds more weight to growing evidence of the link between contact sports and brain conditions. So, where does this leave sports like rugby?

    Martin Stew tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know...
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    9 mins
  • How Trump's shooting sparked swirling conspiracy theories

    How Trump's shooting sparked swirling conspiracy theories
    Jul 15 2024
    As he raised his fist in defiance, the image of Donald Trump smeared in blood, is one that will shape the US election campaign and history.

    The iconic image has sent shockwaves on social media, sparking several conspiracy theories – with some wondering if it was an order from the US President himself.

    So, how do you spot the fact from fiction? And how will the assassination attempt change the campaign?

    Robert Moore tells Yasmin Bodalbhai what you need to know...
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    12 mins
  • How have Southgate and England turned it around?

    How have Southgate and England turned it around?
    Jul 12 2024
    England have made history and reached back-to-back European Championship finals after a 2-1 win against the Netherlands.

    From a rather rocky start to the tournament, it’s certainly been touch and go. But now, the three lions have managed to turn it around as they head to Berlin this Sunday.

    So how did the squad bounce back? And is it finally coming home?

    ITV News Sports Editor Steve Scott tells Lucrezia Millarini what you need to know...
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    10 mins
  • Why the fall in energy bills won't last long

    Why the fall in energy bills won't last long
    Jul 1 2024
    There’s a summer boost for households as energy prices are falling - thanks to the new price cap.

    Yet forecasters warn your gas and electricity bills will soar once again in the autumn.

    So is now the right time to fix your energy price? And what other action can you take to make savings?

    In this episode Charlie Frost tells you, what you need to know...
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    15 mins
  • Could Joe Biden drop out of the presidential race?

    Could Joe Biden drop out of the presidential race?
    Jun 28 2024
    Across a deeply divided and polarised nation, there is one thing that the US can now all agree on - that Joe Biden’s performance in the presidential debate, was a disaster.

    From the inception, he looked lost, confused and charmless.

    While he lacked coherency, his opponent, Donald Trump spewed lies and fake news - often unchallenged and unchecked.

    The debate has led to calls for Biden to step aside but could that happen at this stage of the campaign?

    US Correspondent Dan Rivers tells Yasmin Bodalbhai what you need to know...
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    10 mins
  • Meet the mums campaigning to stop Britain's knife crime crisis

    Meet the mums campaigning to stop Britain's knife crime crisis
    Jun 26 2024
    Brianna Ghey, Ava White and Rhamero West might be three separate cases and individuals, but they all have something in common – they were all kids killed tragically by knife crime.

    Now, in the wake of their deaths, their mothers are relentlessly campaigning for change.

    But is the government listening? Is knife crime prioritised enough? And how can we better protect the next generation?

    Kelly Foran tells Faye Barker What You Need to Know…

    For more on this, tune into ITV Evening News Friday 28 July at 7pm.
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    10 mins