Scams and Scandals — Season 2024

Mar 202417m

The sudden closure of three Pontins sites was a huge shock to holidaymakers, staff, and coastal communities, but a BBC investigation has found that the sites were in a state of serious disrepair.

May 202429m

The BBC’s Katie Razzall uncovers the story behind the thefts from the British Museum and the hunt to recover what was taken.

May 202431m

Britain’s 'hero' plumber and his acts of kindness earned him an army of fans and millions of pounds in donations. Now, a BBC News investigation exposes his company’s misleading social media posts and he’s begging the public for forgiveness.

Jul 202426m

A BBC investigation exposes a charity's director who uses African children as props to raise thousands of pounds on social media.

Oct 202418m

Where does your rubbish go when you put it in the bin? It's likely they'll end up being burnt and this has a big impact for the environment and the people living nearby.

Nov 202426m

Imagine finding out your boyfriend was a serial love rat, with a string of convictions. This is the story of Raymond McDonald and how the women he lied to discovered his true identity.

Nov 202426m

Five gang members stole more than £50 million in false benefit claims over a period of nearly five years.