f78c9a54-04f8-5b8c-be1b-56b21ea11d64Sat, 04 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000Captivate.fmSky Newshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/44b57cd6-cae0-4e96-b2e8-1dfb749a0cd4/16967f5b85214298886447e30ec824c0.jpgSky NewsSky NewsNew Lines is a journey through modern Britain. It runs the length of the UK from Northern Ireland into Scotland, passing through Lancashire, Manchester, the West Midlands, London and Essex. It will examine the divides and fractures in society through the voices of those affected, and backed up by data which shines a new light on how Britain is changing.https://new-lines.captivate.fmfalseepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/new-lines/nopodcastAre young people at risk in 'brutal' mental health units?
:: Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for help on 116 123 in the UK, or email jo@samaritans.org.]]>
:: Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for help on 116 123 in the UK, or email jo@samaritans.org.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17927418Wed, 15 May 2019 08:37:35 +010014:02falsefull222Patients tell us of their experiences at privately run centres paid by the NHS to care for children and teenagers with mental health problems, while former staff describe an 'out of control' culture of self-harm.<br /><br />:: Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for help on 116 123 in the UK, or email <a href="mailto:jo@samaritans.org">jo@samaritans.org</a>.What happens to children who are rejected by their school?https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17780742Tue, 30 Apr 2019 05:00:08 +010014:13falsefull222More pupils are being kicked out of school than ever before - often for taking and selling illegal drugs, carrying knives and beating up teachers. Home editor Jason Farrell has been given rare access to two units set up to look after children who've been excluded.The volunteers who are trying to rehabilitate sex offendershttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/17654418Wed, 17 Apr 2019 05:00:16 +010012:19falsefull222How can a dangerous sex offender be rehabilitated? Is it even possible? The little known Circles project tries to do so, by putting a sex offender into an intensive series of discussions with ordinary people. This bold and controversial therapy is now taking place throughout Britain. Adele Robinson has had unique access to the sessions, and to the people who give up their time to do such traumatic work.Computer says no: The predictive algorithms that are changing lives
Sky's technology correspondent Rowland Manthorpe meets those who are predicting our futures, and the people who've found their lives have been changed by computer models.]]>
Sky's technology correspondent Rowland Manthorpe meets those who are predicting our futures, and the people who've found their lives have been changed by computer models.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17181054Fri, 01 Mar 2019 06:00:05 +010014:18falsefull222Predictive algorithms, where computers crunch statistics to advise on possible futures, are increasingly commonplace in UK councils and police forces. They're being used for everything from traffic management to benefits sanctions. Critics say it's unclear how extensively our data is being used.<br /><br />Sky's technology correspondent Rowland Manthorpe meets those who are predicting our futures, and the people who've found their lives have been changed by computer models.Debt: I Have £5 To Make 63 Meals
The latest leg of our series examining life around the UK takes us to Birkenhead, where we meet families who can't afford to heat their homes, and are too scared to answer the door.]]>
The latest leg of our series examining life around the UK takes us to Birkenhead, where we meet families who can't afford to heat their homes, and are too scared to answer the door.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16891225Thu, 31 Jan 2019 08:54:18 +010013:34falsefull222The lack of affordable housing combined with high interest loans - often from illegal loan sharks - means many people on low incomes are struggling to survive in modern Britain.<br /><br />The latest leg of our series examining life around the UK takes us to Birkenhead, where we meet families who can't afford to heat their homes, and are too scared to answer the door.The Changing Face Of Dating
As part of its Line 18 series, Sky News has been investigating the changing face of the way people look for partners.

Sky's Ashish Joshi has been looking into it.

Line 18 is a journey through modern Britain in 2018. It runs the length of the UK and it will examine the divides and fractures in society through the voices of those affected, and backed up by data which shines a new light on how Britain is changing.]]>
As part of its Line 18 series, Sky News has been investigating the changing face of the way people look for partners.

Sky's Ashish Joshi has been looking into it.

Line 18 is a journey through modern Britain in 2018. It runs the length of the UK and it will examine the divides and fractures in society through the voices of those affected, and backed up by data which shines a new light on how Britain is changing.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883237Fri, 21 Dec 2018 10:40:00 +010014:53falsefull111The search for love used to be all about lonely-hearts columns, blind-dates and match-making friends. But now -- if you're single, it's pretty safe to presume you're on a dating app.<br /><br />As part of its Line 18 series, Sky News has been investigating the changing face of the way people look for partners.<br /><br />Sky's Ashish Joshi has been looking into it.<br /><br />Line 18 is a journey through modern Britain in 2018. It runs the length of the UK and it will examine the divides and fractures in society through the voices of those affected, and backed up by data which shines a new light on how Britain is changing.Caring For People With Learning Disabilities
Produced by Laura Safe and Rachel Lucas.]]>
Produced by Laura Safe and Rachel Lucas.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883224Wed, 31 Oct 2018 09:14:00 +010010:35falsefull111In the latest of Sky News' 'Line 18' podcast, Sky's Health Correspondent Paul Kelso looks at the long-term care of people with a learning disability and autism and how many are being kept in hospitals for far longer than is recommended.<br /><br />Produced by Laura Safe and Rachel Lucas.The Housing Crisis
Produced by Annie Joyce and Helen-Ann Smith.]]>
Produced by Annie Joyce and Helen-Ann Smith.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883205Fri, 21 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +010014:11falsefull111In the latest of Sky News' 'Line 18' podcast, Sky’s Economics Editor Ed Conway looks into the housing crisis and how people in various parts of the country are affected in different ways.<br /><br />Produced by Annie Joyce and Helen-Ann Smith.Gang Violence In London
Produced by Anna Jones and Andy Hughes.]]>
Produced by Anna Jones and Andy Hughes.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883160Wed, 25 Jul 2018 05:00:00 +010017:20falsefull111Sky’s Kumba Kpakima meets some of the most feared gangs in London, and members of the communities being hit by violence.<br /><br />Produced by Anna Jones and Andy Hughes.The Right To Be Female: Transgender Women Clash With Feminists
The transgender community wants to simplify the legal process - but it's facing opposition from hard-line feminists.

Produced by Amy Hitchcock and Simon English.]]>
The transgender community wants to simplify the legal process - but it's facing opposition from hard-line feminists.

Produced by Amy Hitchcock and Simon English.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883140Thu, 19 Jul 2018 05:00:00 +010013:55falsefull111In this instalment of Sky News' 'Line 18' podcasts looking at division in our society in 2018, Sky's Lucy Cotter learns what people think about proposed changes to the Gender Recognition Act.<br /><br />The transgender community wants to simplify the legal process - but it's facing opposition from hard-line feminists.<br /><br />Produced by Amy Hitchcock and Simon English.The North/South Divide Over Men's Health
With the help of researchers at the University of Manchester, we've discovered that 1100 more men aged between 25 and 44 die in northern England than the south each year.

Nick visits Blackpool, Manchester and Wigan to try to make sense of the findings.]]>
With the help of researchers at the University of Manchester, we've discovered that 1100 more men aged between 25 and 44 die in northern England than the south each year.

Nick visits Blackpool, Manchester and Wigan to try to make sense of the findings.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883098Wed, 30 May 2018 05:00:00 +010015:08falsefull111In this episode of Sky News' Line 18 series, Nick Martin examines why, statistically, men in the north of England are living shorter lives than those in the south.<br /><br />With the help of researchers at the University of Manchester, we've discovered that 1100 more men aged between 25 and 44 die in northern England than the south each year.<br /><br />Nick visits Blackpool, Manchester and Wigan to try to make sense of the findings.Food Banks and Universal Credit
Produced by Simon English.]]>
Produced by Simon English.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883043Tue, 24 Apr 2018 04:05:00 +010013:28falsefull111In this instalment of Sky News's 'Line 18' reports looking at division in our society, our political correspondent Tom Rayner travels to Greater Manchester to look at how food bank use has been affected by the roll-out of the government's flagship benefit reform, Universal Credit.<br /><br />Produced by Simon English.How Divided Is Northern Ireland - 20 Years On From The Good Friday Agreement?
Do people feel safer, and have attitudes changed?]]>
Do people feel safer, and have attitudes changed?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883058Mon, 09 Apr 2018 04:00:00 +010013:42falsefull111In the third of Sky News' special 'Line 18' reports assessing the divides and fractures in our society, Ireland Correspondent David Blevins looks at Northern Ireland, 20 years on from the signing of the Good Friday agreement.<br /><br />Do people feel safer, and have attitudes changed?The Jobs At Risk From Automation
The automation of UK jobs, where robots take on roles previously filled by human workers, is inevitable according to some experts.

Sky News worked with researchers from think tank Localis to map local authorities' exposure to cliff-edge automation.

Tom went to Northamptonshire which - as our data shows - is the most vulnerable county in the UK.]]>
The automation of UK jobs, where robots take on roles previously filled by human workers, is inevitable according to some experts.

Sky News worked with researchers from think tank Localis to map local authorities' exposure to cliff-edge automation.

Tom went to Northamptonshire which - as our data shows - is the most vulnerable county in the UK.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16883004Tue, 03 Apr 2018 07:14:00 +010014:48falsefull111In the second of Sky News' special 'Line 18' reports assessing the divides and fractures in our society, Technology Correspondent Tom Cheshire looks at automation.<br /><br />The automation of UK jobs, where robots take on roles previously filled by human workers, is inevitable according to some experts.<br /><br />Sky News worked with researchers from think tank Localis to map local authorities' exposure to cliff-edge automation.<br /><br />Tom went to Northamptonshire which - as our data shows - is the most vulnerable county in the UK.Wealth and Inequality
Line 18 is a new series of stories on Sky News, looking at how the United Kingdom is changing in 2018.

In this episode, Adam looks at wealth inequality.

Produced by Anna Jones and Helen-Ann Smith.]]>
Line 18 is a new series of stories on Sky News, looking at how the United Kingdom is changing in 2018.

In this episode, Adam looks at wealth inequality.

Produced by Anna Jones and Helen-Ann Smith.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16882692Mon, 05 Mar 2018 19:55:00 +010014:38falsefull111Sky News Business Correspondent Adam Parsons hosts the first Line 18 Podcast.<br /><br />Line 18 is a new series of stories on Sky News, looking at how the United Kingdom is changing in 2018.<br /><br />In this episode, Adam looks at wealth inequality.<br /><br />Produced by Anna Jones and Helen-Ann Smith.