2001
2001 · 34 episodes
Episodes
1. The Accidental President
January 21, 2001
After the most remarkable and divisive US presidential election in living memory, Gavin Hewitt reports on the Bush dynasty and reveals how the new man in the White House could influence our lives.
2. The Borrowers - Britain Deep in Debt
January 28, 2001
More people are trapped in debt than ever before. Tonight's programme reveals sharp credit practice in action and hears from families who face bankruptcy as a result of their financial problems.
3. The Wrong Track
February 4, 2001
An examination of the continuing problems on Britain's railways since privatization, and why promised improvements are failing to become apparent.
4. The Wonderland Club
February 11, 2001
Jane Corbin presents an investigation into the activities of the Wonderland Club global paedophile ring, who used computer technology to exchange child pornography. Including interviews with club members and with parents of their victims.
5. Animal Underworld
February 25, 2001
Tom Mangold investigates the trading of rare and exotic animals, an illegal business second in size only to international drug running.
6. The Hindujas Affair
March 4, 2001
Following the resignation of Peter Mandelson , Jane Corbin investigates the extent of the Hinduja brothers' connections with government ministers.
7. Boys Behind Bars
March 11, 2001
Investigating the prison for young offenders in Feltham, Middlesex, with inmates from the 30,000 young men who pass through its gates each year talking of the daily bullying and frequent suicide bids in the controversial institution.
8. In Deep Water
March 18, 2001
Four months after the worst floods in living memory, hundreds of families are still having to rely on temporary accommodation, unable to return to their ruined homes.
9. Condition Red
March 25, 2001
Tonight's film charts a two-month period at an embattled NHS hospital, revealing long waiting times in Accident and Emergency, and, for one elderly cancer patient, four cancelled operations in a row. Vivian White reports.
10. Crisis in the Countryside
April 1, 2001
With British farming once again in the midst of another health crisis, Panorama questions whether Britain really needs a future in livestock farming.
11. The Tranquilliser Trap
May 13, 2001
Shelley Jofre investigates the spectre of tranquilliser dependency, and questions why, despite strict guidelines on their prescription, people in Britain are still prescribed them long-term.
12. Not Cricket!
May 20, 2001
Cricket is facing a growing crisis of international scandal. David Lomax investigates new allegations of bribery and match fixing as well as evidence of complacency and cover-up among the game's regulatory bodies.
13. The Labour Years
June 3, 2001
Confused by the politicians' claims and counter-claims? Panorama seeks to separate the truth from New Labour's rhetoric as it examines the record of the government's four years in office.
14. Economy Class Syndrome
June 10, 2001
Investigating Deep Vein Thrombosis - blood clots caused by restricted movement during long-haul flights, and claims that some airlines have continued to narrow seat pitches and extend flight duration in spite of knowing the dangers.
15. The Accused
June 17, 2001
An investigation into the alleged role played by recently-elected Israeli prime minister Ariel Sharon in the massacre of 800 civilians in the Lebanon refugee camps of Sabra and Shatilla in 1982.
16. No More Broken Hearts
June 24, 2001
Five years after the Bristol heart babies tragedy rocked the medical profession, Sarah Barclay reports on whether surgeons can still keep their results secret and whether Bristol could happen again.
17. The Bulger Killers: Prisoners of Their Past
July 1, 2001
Eight years after they killed two-year-old James Bulger, Jon Venables and Robert Thompson have, at the age of 18, been released. Jane Corbin reports on the storm of controversy this has caused and tells of the boys' struggles.
18. Finger of Suspicion
July 8, 2001
Over the past 100 years, courts have come to accept fingerprint evidence as an infallible means of identifying criminals. Yet, as Shelley Jofre reports, recent cases have revealed serious flaws in the system.
19. Jeffrey Archer - A Life of Lies
July 19, 2001
Michael Crick reports on the controversial life and career of politician and novelist Jeffrey Archer, leading up to his perjury trial in 2001.
20. The World's Most Wanted
September 16, 2001
As America comes to terms with the attacks on New York and Washington, Panorama asks how the terrorists carried it out, and who was behind them.
21. Inside the War Room
September 30, 2001
An insight into the events which are shaking the world following the terrorist attacks on America.
22. Terror In America: The British Victims And Survivors
October 4, 2001
23. Afghanistan - The Dark Ages
October 7, 2001
The war-torn and weary country has once again become the focus of the world's attention. Panorama reports on the harrowing story of Afghanistan and the superpowers' involvement in its recent history.
24. Koran and Country
October 14, 2001
As the US and the UK begin their "War against Terrorism", Vivian White asks British Muslims where they now see their loyalties lie.
25. Clash of Cultures
October 21, 2001
With audiences in Islamabad and New York the programme looks at just how far this war is caused by a clash of civilisations. Reporters in London, Islamabad and New York test political leaders and the public on their views of the crisis.
26. Bin Laden's Bilogical Threat
October 28, 2001
An investigation into the realities behind the prospects of a terrorist strike using biological weapons as reporter Tom Mangold assesses whether current fears of bio-terrorism are justified.
27. Cannabis from the Chemist
November 4, 2001
As the Government eases the law on cannabis possession, doctors have been assessing its medical properties. Steve Bradshaw reports on why cannabis extract might soon be available to combat MS, rheumatism and perhaps, many other conditions.
28. Coming Clean
November 11, 2001
With an incubation period of up to 30 years, is the government coming clean about the unknown risk of the human form of mad cow disease being passed on inside our hospitals?
29. Afghanistan: The Fall of Kabul
November 18, 2001
A report on the dramatic events of the week that changed the war in Afghanistan - John Simpson with the advancing Northern Alliance, William Reeve in embattled Kabul in the last hours under Taleban control.
30. Under the Skin of the BNP
November 25, 2001
The British National Party claims it has renounced its past associations with racism, violence and Nazi ideology. Panorama reveals a very different story about an organisation which claims to campaign for white rights.
31. Deep Down and Dirty
December 2, 2001
President Bush has told the CIA to take the gloves off as they embark on the secret - and dirty - War against Terrorism. But can the Agency fight the new enemy without causing the human rights abuses and stirring up the scandals?
32. Lethal Force
December 9, 2001
With increasing gun crime UK police often have to match fire with fire, but accidents happen. Panorama investigates recent controversial episodes where police mistakenly shot innocent men.
33. Towards the Zero Hour
December 12, 2001
It was the most devastating terrorist attack the world has ever seen. Since September 11th Panorama has followed the trail the hijackers left across three continents.
34. Football on Trial
December 16, 2001
As Leeds and England footballer Jonathan Woodgate is found guilty of affray after an attack on a student in Leeds; Panorama talks exclusively to the victim Sarfraz Najeib.