Episodes

  • How the army's weapons are damaging soldiers' brains

    How the army's weapons are damaging soldiers' brains
    Jul 23 2025
    Thousands of soldiers may be suffering from life-changing brain damage caused by blasts from the British Army's own weaponry, ITV News has revealed.

    It is the first time the Ministry of Defence has admitted its own weapons are leading to such damage. How now can soldiers and veterans be helped?

    Geraint Vincent has been meeting veterans affected and is joined by Science Correspondent Martin Stew and Senior News Editor Paul Tyson, who has led the investigation into blast-induced traumatic brain injury.

    If you've been affected by any of the issues raised, help is available
    • The charity Samaritans operates a 24/7 helpline (116 123) for anyone who needs somebody to talk to. Further resources can also be found on its website.
    • Concussion Legacy Foundation supports British current and former serving members and their families
    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation also provides a personalised helpline for those struggling with the outcomes of brain injury.
    More of ITV News' reporting on blast induced traumatic brain injury:

    https://www.itv.com/news/2025-07-22/mod-admits-british-army-weapons-systems-are-causing-brain-damage-in-soldiers

    https://www.itv.com/news/2025-07-21/ive-suffered-for-years-why-brain-injuries-are-going-undiagnosed-in-veterans
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    19 mins
  • Why haven't this summer's heatwaves all felt the same? And will we get another?

    Why haven't this summer's heatwaves all felt the same? And will we get another?
    Jul 21 2025
    ITV Weather Presenter Lucy Verasamy joins Lucy Watson to breakdown the different types of heat - where it comes from and how that changes what it feels like.

    Most importantly, will we get another heatwave before the end of summer?
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    12 mins
  • 16-17 year olds to get the vote but why don't half want it?

    16-17 year olds to get the vote but why don't half want it?
    Jul 18 2025
    The government has committed to giving 16 and 17 year olds the vote by the next general election.

    But exclusive ITV News polling shows that half say they do not agree with the policy. They were also polled on their top issues, favoured parties and democracy itself.

    Meanwhile, we have spoken to some older voters with a surprising suggestion for another change to electoral law.

    Westminster Digital Reporter Lewis Denison and Senior Politics Producer Maya Bowles tell Daniel Hewitt what you need to know.
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    15 mins
  • How ‘sheer bravado’ got the Sycamore Gap duo jailed

    How ‘sheer bravado’ got the Sycamore Gap duo jailed
    Jul 16 2025
    Daniel Graham, 39, and Adam Carruthers, 32, have been jailed for 4 years and 3 months for cutting down the iconic Sycamore Gap tree in 2023, in an act of "sheer bravado" according to the judge.

    Tom Barton is ITV Tyne Tees' Northumberland correspondent and has followed this unforgettable story and trial every step of the way.

    He joins Daniel Hewitt to breakdown how the damage they did and the impact their actions had led the judge to her decision.

    Watch Tom's documentary Sycamore Gap: Britain's Lost Landmark: https://www.itv.com/watch/sycamore-gap-britains-lost-landmark/10a7138a0001B
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    13 mins
  • Illegal e-bikes: how they are hunted and how they get away

    Illegal e-bikes: how they are hunted and how they get away
    Jul 14 2025
    Electric motorbikes, souped up to reach speeds of 50 and even 70mph are causing havoc in communities across the country.

    You might have seen them - tearing through towns, their riders often in balaclavas, riding illegally, two abreast.

    The police say they want to do more to stop them - so why can't they?

    Rhys Williams tells Lucy Watson what you need to know.
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    14 mins
  • Livestream child abuse is booming: Could AI finally shut it down?

    Livestream child abuse is booming: Could AI finally shut it down?
    Jul 11 2025
    Millions of young children are being sexually abused, with perpetrators often on the other side of the world.

    Online livestream abuse has become a booming global industry - with the UK the third largest consumer.

    How does this sick practice too often go undetected? And could AI be the solution to shutting it down?

    Julie Etchingham and John Tanagho, Executive Director at the International Justice Mission, tell Lucy Watson What You Need To Know.

    You can watch Julie's investigation here.
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    16 mins
  • Who hacked M&S?

    Who hacked M&S?
    Jul 9 2025
    How much do you think your personal information is worth to criminal gangs?

    Millions of customers details were stolen when Marks and Spencer was hacked in April, bringing much of its online business to a standstill for weeks.

    So how much damage has it done and who are DragonForce, the group the Marks and Spencer chairman said is believed to be behind it?

    Consumer Editor Chris Choi tells Lucy Watson What You Need To Know.
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    20 mins
  • Is there a glaring flaw in the disposable vapes ban?

    Is there a glaring flaw in the disposable vapes ban?
    Jul 7 2025
    One month into the ban on disposable vapes, how much waste is being cut and what environmental impact is it actually having?

    The all-important refillable pods are in scarce supply, so is there a massive flaw in the rules?

    Digital Reporter Sam Leader tells Lucy Watson What You Need To Know.
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    15 mins