Tonight

In the first half of this year, around 20,000 small boats crossed the channel - the highest number for this period. Now, with social unrest and legal controversy surrounding hotels accommodating thousands of asylum seekers, Paul Brand investigates how the UK got into this situation, why the current system is described as broken, and looks at what the alternatives might be.

Kate Quilton investigates the double-digit percentage increase on some staple foods over the last year, finds out what can be done to lower the price of a weekly shop.

Over the last few years air fryers have become increasingly popular, but social media is awash with stories of fire hazards. And as a number of Fire and Rescue Services across the country have raised concerns with how they are being used, Chris Choi speaks to people whose kitchens went up in flames. He asks what some might be doing wrong, and how to use them safely.

Energy bills are on the rise again and the cost of living is causing people to look for ways to save money. Government green energy grants offering home insulation seemed like a lifeline for some, but they have turned into a nightmare for thousands. Charlotte Hawkins finds out what went wrong and what viewers can do to stay safe from scammers.