Tonight - Season 20 / Year 2024

As a population we're living longer than ever before, but the years we're adding to our lives aren't necessarily the healthiest. So, if you are what you eat, then what should we be consuming to age well and head into our later years looking and feeling as good as possible? Hayley Hassall reports.

Pharmacies see around 1.6 million people a day, but it is estimated that an average of eight are closing a week and they are at their lowest number since 2015. Meanwhile, demand is rising and they are being asked to do more by the Government to take pressure off a stretched NHS. So is the pharmacy sector in crisis, and what does the future hold for these cornerstones of the community? Paul Brand reports.

In the first of two programmes about the leaders of the UK's two largest political parties - the men most likely to be Prime Minister after a probable election later this year, Anushka Asthana follows Labour's Keir Starmer. Asthana finds out what drives him, what his vision for Britain is and what keeps him awake at night.

With unpaid carers in England and Wales are providing care worth an estimated 162 billion pounds a year - the equivalent of a second NHS - Lindsey Burrow, who is an unpaid carer, finds out what the cost is to those who take on the responsibility.

ITV's Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana follows Rishi Sunak, the Prime Minister and leader of the Conservative Party. Tonight's cameras are given exclusive behind-the-scenes access inside Downing Street capturing him at work and at home.

It's estimated the UK needs nearly a million new recruits in trades and construction over the next decade. At the same time demand is soaring, creating a perfect storm which threatens homeowners, businesses and the national economy. So why are we in this situation and what can be done about it? Reporter Michelle Ackerley has been finding out.

Between two and three women are murdered by a partner or ex-partner every week, while nearly one and a half million women are victims of domestic abuse each year. The government says it is working tirelessly to tackle violence against women, but campaigners say sentences are too lenient for men who murder women at home. With a public consultation on domestic homicide sentencing due to end on the March 4, Julie Etchingham asks whose side is the law on?

Apps and smartphones are increasingly becoming an essential part of everyday life. Yet it's estimated that more than 10 million adults in the UK lack the basic skills to access the internet, and around 40 per cent of over 75s don't use it at all. In a world that's becoming digital, what happens to the millions left behind? Datshiane Navanayagam reports.

With our budgets being stretched more than ever, making sure you're getting value for money when it comes to going on holiday has never been more important. Experts share their top tips to help you bag a bargain break, while also making sure you don't fall victim to a holiday scam. Helen Skelton reports.

More than £500million pounds was stolen from people aged over 65 in England and Wales last year - but how much of this was as a result of fraud by someone known to the victim? Tonight examines financial abuse of older people by their own family, friends and those in positions of trust. What can be done to protect people, their money and their property?

Rats, mice, cockroaches and bedbugs - these and other pests are wreaking havoc on homes and businesses across the UK. And, in recent years, vermin infestations have spiked - with an average of more than 800 pest control callouts every day. With the spread of poison-resistant rodents and a cost-of-living squeeze that has seen both councils and households struggling to control outbreaks, infestations are placing a terrible toll on people's mental and physical health. Meeting those whose lives have been upturned by infestations and the professionals trying to stop them, Geraint Vincent asks whether Britain's pest problem is at risk of spiralling out of control.

With insurance premiums hitting record highs and repair costs going up by a third - plus rising tax and fuel costs - car ownership is becoming an unaffordable luxury for many. Motoring journalist Ginny Buckley investigates what is behind these unprecedented price hikes, and what the average motorist can do about them.

Local authorities in England deal with over a million fly tipping incidents each year, and across the UK more than two million pieces of litter are dropped every day. Why is so much rubbish being dumped across Britain, and what can be done about it? Lucy Verasamy has been finding out.

As millions struggle with mounting costs, billions of pounds are going unclaimed in lost or dormant personal accounts. Chris Choi follows fortune-hunters as they search for lost pots, and speaks with experts to discover how viewers can track down missing cash.

Food inflation was at 19 per cent in 2023 - the highest rate for 45 years. Though it's now come down, it doesn't mean reduced prices. So why is this happening and what can we all do to spend less at the supermarket tills? Kate Quilton reports.

Adam Shaw examines the rising costs of funerals, and finds out how viewers can plan for the funeral that they want for themselves or for loved ones, while keeping an eye on how much they spend.

It's estimated that 3.5 million Brits now work fully remotely, and with that number continuing to grow, more people are travelling abroad as digital nomads, combining their work with travel. Chloe Keedy examines this new lifestyle and explores what the UK workplace looks like in the midst of a changing landscape for companies and employees alike.

More than four million children are now living in poverty in Britain, the highest number for 20 years. Paul Brand speaks to families struggling and the schools stepping in to support them, and asks what is being done to tackle the issue. Plus, Strictly judge Shirley Ballas talks about her own experience of growing up with severe financial problems.

Paul Brand investigates the town hall crisis, with bigger council tax bills for fewer services. With several authorities going bust, he finds out how deep the cuts go as he meets those facing the closure of their care homes, the disabled people losing their transport, and the kids forced to take their chances on the streets as youth projects are axed.

Ahead of the General Election, Rachel Younger talks to Ed Davey of the Liberal Democrats about his policies and ideas for the country.

Ahead of the 2024 General Election, ITV continues its election coverage with a series of The Leader Interviews - Tonight programmes featuring Great Britain's largest political parties.

The first programme broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX at 8.30pm on June 6th will feature Liberal Democrats leader Sir Ed Davey.

On STV in Scotland and ITV1 Border Scotland, the programme will also feature the Scottish Green Party's co-leader Patrick Harvie. 

An interview with the Plaid Cymru leader, Rhun ap Iorwerth

Paul Brand interviews Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and investigates whether he has the plan and personality to win, or is he leading the Tories to their worst defeat in decades? As Sunak takes his case to the voters, Tonight explores his life, politics and policies, speaking to those who know him best, those who witnessed his rapid rise to power, and those who could be with him at the heart of government if he extends the Conservatives' 14-year reign.

With 10 days to go until the General Election, the programme continues its profiles of leaders of Great Britain's largest political parties. This edition hears from Reform UK's Nigel Farage, Green Party co-leader Carla Denyer, Scotland's First Minister and leader of the SNP John Swinney and Rhun ap Iorwerth from Plaid Cymru. What do these party leaders stand for and what are their key policies?

After the worst far right violence in recent memory, the programme looks back at the breakdown in law and order on our streets this summer following the fatal stabbings of three girls in Southport. Over the course of a week, hundreds of people targeted ethnic minority communities and attacked the police, but why? Paul Brand examines the consequences when online rumours and misinformation collide with real world events.

America will soon head to the polls in the most eventful and fiercely contested presidential election in modern history. After a disastrous debate performance took her predecessor Joe Biden out of the running, Vice President Kamala Harris's last-minute candidacy has reignited Democratic hopes of retaining the White House. Can she muster the broad support needed to beat Donald Trump? With the outcome hingeing on a handful of swing states, Robert Moore travels to the crucial battlegrounds of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia to hear from the voters who hold the nation's future in their hands.

When injections used to combat type II diabetes were found to have weight-loss side effects, they became instantly popular. These so-called 'skinny jabs' are licensed for use in the UK, but with increasing demand, who is eligible for them on the NHS? Do we know enough about them, and can they really help beat Britain's obesity crisis? Ranvir Singh reports.

According to a recent survey, 90 per cent of adults in the UK have experienced high or extreme levels of stress in the last year, with one in five people having to take time off work as a result. Gordon Smart reports on why the UK is facing a stress epidemic, and examines how viewers can cope with the condition.

Smartphones have become an integral part of everyday life and people are increasingly reliant on the supercomputer in their pockets. But with ever younger children being given a phone, a growing number of concerned professionals and parents are pointing to increasing evidence of the potential damage that access to the internet is doing to young minds. Faye Barker investigates what can be done to tackle the issues.

Men and women of all ages have had their drinks spiked, sometimes for a predatory crime, like robbery or sexual assault. An increasingly large number of cases appear to be for so-called entertainment - to watch the victim struggling. Sangita Lal meets victims from around the country to understand why the crime is so under-reported, and how traumatic spiking can be.

In October 2024, the energy price cap rose again, which means some households are still paying over 40 per cent more on their gas and electricity bills than they were three years ago. Datshiane Navanayagam finds out what viewers can do to cut the cost of energy bills this winter.

Hospices in Britain help thousands of people through some of the hardest times, offering vital end-of-life care, respite for caregivers, and bereavement counselling. But with the cost of care soaring, the current funding model has left many hospices facing a financial crisis. Daniel Hewitt asks what is key to preserving dignity in end-of-life care.

Adam Shaw explores the risks to consumers this Christmas that include scams, counterfeit goods, inflated prices and the dangers of getting into debt. Experts, case studies, experiments and demonstrations highlight what buyers need to be aware of during the holiday season.