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Jersey
Patients feeling let down by current health system
Ammar Ebrahim speaks to people about their experiences with the current health system.
04 Jun 2026,5 mins
Jersey
Lack of activities for children in Jersey
Ammar Ebrahim spoke to local parents about lack of places for children and teens to go.
03 Jun 2026,3 mins
Jersey
Why is voter turnout so low in Jersey?
Ammar Ebrahim talks to voters and experts to ask why island's election turnout is so low.
02 Jun 2026,4 mins
Jersey
How do you cope with the cost of living in Jersey?
Ammar Ebrahim speaks to people about cost of living ahead of the election on 7th June.
01 Jun 2026,4 mins
Local Electioncast (07/05/2026)
Adam Fleming and Kathryn Stanczyszyn hear the worries and hopes of voters this election.
07 May 2026,60 mins
Merseyside
'Our kids need grassroots footy'
Mike Reid, brother of EFC legend Peter, wants kids to have more opportunities to play.
28 Apr 2026,13 mins
Merseyside
Are black voters engaged in the election?
Operation Black Vote is travelling up and down the country to encourage black voters.
02 Jul 2024,5 mins
Merseyside
Can't afford a house in Liverpool if you're young?
Young people tell us they're not sure they'll ever get on the property ladder.
27 Jun 2024,3 mins
Merseyside
How easy is it to vote in Wirral if you're blind?
How accessible is the voting process for blind and partially sighted people?
12 Jun 2024,5 mins
North East
Springwell residents concerned over flyover debris
Springwell residents believe rubble from Gateshead flyover is going to Ashcourt Quarry.
23 Apr 2026,8 mins
North East
Shoplifting: "We don't want to live in fear"
Traders in Blyth and Newcastle say shoplifting is out of control on our high streets.
01 Jul 2024,3 mins
North East
'What will you do about NHS waiting lists?'
NHS waiting lists are one of the biggest concerns for North East voters.
24 Jun 2024,3 mins
North East
'Try and think of small businesses'
Shoppers in a Tyneside bakery share what they want to hear from politicians.
19 Jun 2024,1 min
North East
What is the future of our towns and city centres?
Darren and Karen from Gateshead have shared their priorities for the upcoming election.
12 Jun 2024,3 mins
Sheffield
Sheffield pet insurance shock for dog owner
Sheffield dog owner self insures after pet insurance claim rejected
22 Apr 2026,6 mins
Sheffield
'Our planet is changing in dramatic and terrifying ways'
Laura Blakemore from Sheffield on her worry about climate change
01 Jul 2024,3 mins
Sheffield
'Practices can't afford to employ GPs they need'
Dr Anna Watkinson-Powell is concerned about the state of our health service
01 Jul 2024,5 mins
Sheffield
South Yorkshire's views on Immigration
Views of some of the people who've been in touch using Your Voice Your Vote
24 Jun 2024,4 mins
Sheffield
'ADHD and Autism waiting lists too long'
Martin from North Aston is waiting for an ADHD and Autism diagnosis for his son
20 Jun 2024,5 mins
Sheffield
'Young people can't get on the housing ladder'
South Yorkshire families worried about the housing crisis
17 Jun 2024,5 mins
Sheffield
'Difficult to justify having a child'
Luke from Rotherham wants government to assist those planning on having children.
13 Jun 2024,5 mins
Essex
5000 new homes plan for Kelvedon
Campaigners say the area would be 'decimated' if the proposals became a reality.
3 mins
Kent
Meningitis
Your questions answered.
20 Mar 2026,4 mins
Kent
County Council Hustings 2025
Political Reporter Michael Keohan hosts a debate between senior figures of major parties.
24 Apr 2025,56 mins
Kent
Sheppey residents feel 'abandoned'
People on the island have been telling us their priorities for July's general election.
07 Jun 2024,2 mins
Guernsey
General Election: The booklet lands...
As the 278-page behemoth drops through doors, our election experts read the manifestos.
02 Jun 2025,20 mins
Guernsey
General Election: And then there were 82...
A look at the 82 candidates vying for a seat in the States of Guernsey.
21 May 2025,21 mins
Guernsey
What does economic growth mean for the election?
A look at how candidates and voters need to understand the state of Guernsey's economy
19 May 2025,36 mins
Guernsey
General election 2025: Nominations open
Former PM's aide on how candidates can stand out as the island prepares to vote
12 May 2025,28 mins
Guernsey
Will we see more Voter Apathy in the next general election?
We look at how to engage voters who aren’t sure whether to vote.
08 Apr 2025,28 mins