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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW (MONDAY'S PAPERS): MONDAY 12 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

11/1/2026

Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Monday 12 January 2026.

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This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

Financial Times: "EU DEMANDS 'FARAGE CLAUSE' IN TALKS OVER BREXIT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Peter Foster / George Parker / Anna Gross / Andy Bounds

The European Union are demanding that any future British Government pays significant financial compensation if a post-Brexit "deal" is quitted as part of negotiations with Sir Keir Starmer (Prime Minister - United Kingdom).

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/3733b2b0-5d1e-47ba-b39f-ac8b113cce65

Daily Record: "5 YEAR WAIT FOR HIP OPS ON NHS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Daily Record Editorial

People in Briain are waiting half a decade for knee and hip operations, despite John Swinney (First Minister - Scotland) claiming the NHS has "turned a corner".

FULL REPORT: DailyRecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/nhs-not-improve-until-politicians-36515315

The Daily Telegraph: "BAN THE IRGC, STARMER IS URGED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Gutteridge / Henry Bodkin

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) must be proscribed as a Terrorist Organisation, Sir Keir Starmer (Prime Minister - United Kingdom) has been told.
The Ayatollah's security force is playing a leading role in the brutal suppression of pro-democracy protests in Iran.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2026/01/11/ban-iran-islamic-revolutionary-guards-terrorists-starmer

State Times (India): "FORCES OPPOSING SOMNATH REBUILDING STILL ACTIVE, NEED TO DEFEAT THEM: MODI"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the forces that had opposed the reconstruction of the Somnath Temple after independence are "still active among us", and India needs to be alert, united and strong to defeat them.
Addressing a large gathering as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, Modi said attempts were made to disguise a religious motive behind the attacks.

FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/forces-opposing-somnath-rebuilding-still-active-need-to-defeat-them-modi

The Guardian: "IRAN WARNS US NOT TO ATTACK AS PROTESTER DEATH TOLL SOARS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: William Christou / Deepa Parent / Lorenzo Tondo

A warning has been issued by Tehran after President Donald Trump says United States stands ready to help amid crackdown on demonstrations.
Iran has warned the United States not to attack over protests that have rocked the country, as Donald Trump weighed the options for a response.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/world/2026/jan/11/iran-arrests-protest-leaders-as-crackdown-intensifies-amid-threat-of-us-intervention

The Times Scotland: "MPS TO URGE SACKING OF POLICE CHIEF IN FANS BAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Daisy Eastlake / Geraldine Scott / David Woode

Senior MPs are preparing to tell the Home Secretary to sack the Chief Constable of West Midlands Police after concluding that he "misled parliament" over the decision to ban Israeli football fans from a match in Birmingham.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/mps-call-west-midlands-police-chief-sacked-ndz5t67p8

The Independent: "IRAN PLEDGES TO HIT US MILITARY TARGETS IF TRUMP STRIKES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox / James C. Reynolds / Bel Trew

Iran has threatened to attack United States military if Donald Trump launches Military Strikes over the country's protests.
The United States President issued a warning to the Islamic Republic last week.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/iran-protests-donald-trump-ayatollah-b2898374.html

Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "3 MORE PALESTINIANS KILLED IN ISRAELI STRIKES AS TENSION RISES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Reuters

Israel fire killed at least three people from Palestine in two separate raids across the enclave, local health authorities said.
Tension rises over continued violence since an October ceasefiire.

FULL REPORT: ArabNews.PK/node/2628972

Daily Star: "TRUMP: YOU'RE OFF!"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jerry Lawton

Donald Trump (President - United States) may Red Card players from British Premier League teams like Amad Diallo (from Manchester United) and Iliman Ndiaye (who plays for Everton), under his FIFA World Cup travel ban.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/sport/football/trump-could-ban-premier-league-36533977

Scottish Daily Mail: "SHOT DEAD, ROBINA, 23, A VICTIM OF THE MULLAHS' DEATH SQUADS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Natalie Lisbona / Jason Groves

Robina Aminian, a student protester, was shot in the back of the head during the Iran regime's brutal crackdown on dissent.
The 23-year-old was killed at close range.

The Times: "MPS TO URGE SACKING OF POLICE CHIEF IN FANS BAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Daisy Eastlake / Geraldine Scott / David Woode

Senior MPs are preparing to tell the Home Secretary to sack the Chief Constable of West Midlands Police after concluding that he "misled parliament" over the decision to ban Israeli football fans from a match in Birmingham.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/mps-call-west-midlands-police-chief-sacked-ndz5t67p8

Metro (South Edition): "FIRE AND FURY AS IRAN REVOLTS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luke Alsford / Sara Odeen-Isbister

Iran has stepped up on the bloody crackdown on pretests against the rule of Ayatolla Ali Khamenal - including women using his burning image to light cigarettes on Social Media.

FULL REPORT: METRO.CO.UK/2026/01/09/iranian-women-light-cigarettes-burning-photo-supreme-leader-26174696

Limerick Leader (Ireland): "PADEL PLAY IS LIKE GUNSHOTS, SAYS LOCAL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rabbitts

Residents fear new Padel Courts will cause an unmerciful 'racquet' in their neighbourhood, with one comparing the sound of a ball being hit to a "gunshot".

FULL REPORT: LimerickLeader.IE/news/planning/1964984/planning-permission-sought-for-new-padel-tennis-courts-at-prominent-hotel-near-limerick.html

Morning Star: "COMPLICITY IN US WAR DRIVE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Christophe Domec

Peace protesters joined demonstrations around the United Kingdom, calling for an end to Britain's complicity in the War Machine from United States.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/protesters-across-britain-demand-end-governments-complicity-us-war-machine

The National: "FOI 'CONTRADICTS' CLAIM SARWAR ASKED FOR MORE MONEY FOR SCOTLAND"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: The National Editorial

The Treasury has no record that backs up what Chancellor Rachel Reeves told the House Of Commons.

Daily Mail: "SHOT DEAD, ROBINA, 23, A VICTIM OF THE MULLAHS' DEATH SQUADS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Natalie Lisbona / Jason Groves

Robina Aminian, a student protester, was shot in the back of the head during the Iran regime's brutal crackdown on dissent.
The 23-year-old was killed at close range.

Daily Mirror: "MANDELSON'S SORRY EXCUSE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dave Burke

Peter Mandelson said he did not know his old pal Jeffrey Epstein abused minors because he was "kept separate from the sexual side of his life".
Peter Mandelson, the former Lord from House Of Lords, was sacked as United States Ambassador for refusing to apologise to victims.

FULL REPORT: MIRROR.CO.UK/news/politics/fury-peter-mandelson-refuses-apologise-36532482

Daily Express: "PHARMACIES IN CRISIS AFTER LABOUR'S TAX RAID"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Williamson / Giles Sheldrick

The tax grab on the High Street by The Labour Party's Government will hurt patients as more pharmacies are driven out of business, Rachel Reeves (Chancellor Of The Exchequer - United Kingdom) is warned.

FULL REPORT: EXPRESS.CO.UK/life-style/health/2156345

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW - SUNDAY'S PAPERS: SUNDAY 11 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

10/1/2026

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Sunday 11 January 2026.

Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media.

This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

Sunday Express: "KEMI: I'LL SAVE HIGH STREETS AND KICKSTART BRITAIN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown / Tony Whitfield

Kemi Badenoch makes a passionate promise to save High Streets in Britain, which she says The Labour Party are intent on killing.
The Conservative Party leader insists she can reverse the decline of the nation's Town Centres and kickstart a jobs boom.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2156066

Scottish The Mail On Sunday: "SIR TOM: I CRIED OVER CRISIS ON THE HIGH STREET"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Paul Drury

Sir Tom Hunter revealed how the state of Scotland's dire economy on the High Street had reduced him to tears.
The former retail tycoon told how he cried during a visit to Ayr when he saw the huge number of shop closures in the town.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15452169

Sunday People: "LOVE ISLAND WILDFIRE CRISIS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jamie Roberts

Love Island All Stars' first episode has been cancelled.
This is due to the South Africa wildfires.
The Reality TV series was pencilled to kick off in just a few days, but the production team have been left 'scrambling' after wildfires caused a road closure near the villa.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/breaking-love-island-stars-major-36530937

The Herald On Sunday: "ANGER AT EX-CALMAC CHIEF'S £170K ANNUAL PAY FOR JUST THREE DAYS' WORK"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Williams

Minister have been urged to launch an investigation after it emerged the 'fired' Chief Executive of public-funded CalMac received more than £170,000 in annual pay after being removed from his post just three days into the year.

FULL REPORT: HeraldScotland.com/news/25747939.calmac-faces-court-threat-secret-ceo-exit-package

Daily Star Sunday: "JAILHOUSE FROCK CRACKDOWN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: John Ward

Prison bosses have clamped down on the dress code of visiting wives and girlfriends.
It comes after WAGs turned up wearing see-through dresses, skimpy skirts and many turned up without underwear.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/latest-news/prison-crackdown-partners-ditch-underwear-36487367

The Sunday Times: "IRAN DEATH TOLL IN THE HUNDREDS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dipesh Gadher / Dominic Hauschild / Fatemeh Jamalpour / Roxana Saberi / Caroline Wheeler

Hundreds of people are feared to have been killed as the Iranian regime launched a fierce crackdown in response to the biggest wave of protests they have faced in years.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/world/middle-east/article/iran-supreme-leader-ayatollah-ali-khamenei-trump-protests-d9gtfmj8w

Sunday Mail: "YOUR KID IS WORTH LESS THAN A QUID"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dan Vevers

Head Teachers have as little as 93p a week per child to pay for essential classroom supplies, an investigation by Sunday Mail has found.

The Sunday Telegraph: "TRUMP VOWS TO HELP IRAN PROTESTERS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Akhtar Makoii / Benedict Smith

United States President Donald Trump said he is ready to help Iranians protesting against the regime as his administration began discussing how to carry out a Military Strike on the country.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/01/10/whats-happening-in-iran-and-will-trump-intervene

Sunday Mirror: "WE'RE HEALING TOGETHER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Saskia Rowlands

Manchester Arena bomb survivors are using their trauma to help children who were caught up in the Southport attack.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/manchester-terror-survivors-use-trauma-36531081

The Mail On Sunday: "SPINELESS PM IS TURNING UK INTO MILITARY PYGMY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Glen Owen / Caroline Graham

Nigel Farage has condemned Sir Keir Starmer's 'spineless' approach to defence spending, which he says has left Britain looking like a 'pygmy' as the world teeters on the edge of multiple incendiary conflicts.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15452461

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: FRIDAY 09 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

8/1/2026

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Friday 09 January 2026.

Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media.

This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

Metro (South Edition): "WAD A WALLY... HE'LL DO TIME!"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Molly Lee

An Albanian 'Bonnie and Clyde' crime gang who stole £1 million worth of goods from wealthy property owners across Britain were caught after flaunting wads of cash and stolen designer jewellery in photos.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2026/01/08/bonnie-clyde-gang-caught-flaunting-watches-cash-stolen-1-000-000-spree-26154524

Malvern Observer: "AIMING FOR A DEGREE OF MARATHON SUCCESS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Philippa Mingins

Chris Garratt, a University Of Worcester colleague, is aiming to become the World's Fastest Man to complete the London Marathon in full graduation attire.

Morning Star: "TRUMP'S TERROR STATE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Roger McKenzie

Cities across the United States continued to erupt in protest after Recee Nicole Macklin Good was shot dead by a Federal Immigration Officer.
Thousands of people took to the streets to vent their anger.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/what-happens-when-far-right-government-emboldens-violent-death-squad

Morning Star (Sport/Back Page): "ECB TO PROBE ENGLAND'S DISASTER DOWN UNDER"

Friday 09 January 2026's Sport Page/Back Page of Morning Star from Morning Star Sport.

Glasgow Times: "'BAD REPAIR JOB RUINED CHRISTMAS'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Morgan Carmichael

A disabled mum has claimed her Christmas was ruined after housing bosses botched vital repairs to her home.
Emma Brogan, along with her sons were decanted from their Knightswood flat after a burst pipe last May flooded both their bathroom and part of the hallway.

FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/25743599.knightswood-mums-heartbreak-botched-home-repairs

FE Week: "CHARITY COMMISSION WANTS MORE INFORMATION ON CITY & GUILDS SALE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Josh Mellor

The Charity Watchdog is "engaging actively" with the City & Guilds Foundation following reports that two executives were in line for million-pound bonuses after its commercial awarding body was sold off.

FULL REPORT: http://FEWeek.co.uk/charity-commission-to-obtain-more-information-about-city-guilds-sale

Lancashire Telegraph: "'LIVES BEING PUT AT RISK'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Bill Jacobs

Councillors for the West Pennine ward on the hills above Darwen have accused the borough council of putting residents’ lives and limbs at risk by removing grit bins.

FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/25747481.west-pennine-councillors-condemn-cold-snap-grit-bin-removal

Metro (North Edition): "SENSELESS LOSS OF YOUNG LIVES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Ward

Jorja Colville, who killed her boyfriend and two friends while speeding in her Ford Focus at up to 92 Miles Per Hour on a Country Road near Falkirk in Britain on 26 July 2024 was jailed for nearly four years.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2026/01/08/woman-killed-boyfriend-two-pals-92mph-crash-jailed-just-three-years-26152945

Metro (North Edition) [Back/Sport Page]: "GREEN FOR KYOGO"

Friday 09 January 2026's Back Page/Sport Page of Metro (North Edtion) by Fraser Rorison for Metro Sport..

Evesham Observer: "ANDY'S MBE HONOUR IS OARSOME ACHIEVEMENT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lise Evans

A former Olympic canoeist from Fladbury is 'humbled' to have been made an MBE in The New Year Honours List by King Charles.
Andy Train, who competed in five consecutive Olympic Games from 1984 to 2000, was given the accolade in recognition of his services to sport.

FULL REPORT: EveshamObserver.co.uk/news/mbe-awarded-to-former-olympic-canoeist-from-fladbury

Financial Times: "PUSH TO RESET EU TIES EXCLUDES FINANCIAL SERVICES AS CITY SHUNS CLOSER ALIGNMENT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: George Parker / Emma Dunkley / Martin Arnold / Sam Fleming / Peter Foster

Sir Keir Starmer (Prime Minister - United Kingdom) will exclude the City Of London from The Labour Party's push with "closer alignment" with the European Union, after Financial Services firms lobbied against any return to Brussels rules.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/8d9aca04-5675-4d38-bf22-1fcb2f1a862b

Bromsgrove Standard: "CALL FOR COUNCIL TO SEND GRITTERS ON ALL BUS ROUTES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Neil Gordon

Kevin Nind, the owner of a Bus Company in Bromsgrove is calling for all roads which have bus services operating on them to be gritted during icy conditions.

FULL REPORT: BromsgroveStandard.co.uk/news/bromsgrove-travel-operator-calls-on-council-to-grit-all-roads-on-bus-routes-in-icy-conditions

Daily Star: "CLOAK AND DAGGERS!"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ed Gleave

Fiona Hughes from The Traitors threw Rachel Duffy "under the bus" in one of the most explosive nights onn the ratings-busting show.
Fellow Traitor Stephen Libby said: "I’m shaking".

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/tv/traitors-star-speaks-out-regrets-36519277

Daily Star (Back/Sport Page): "SIGH OF THE STORM"

Friday 09 January 2026's Back Page/Sport Page of Daily Star by John Cross for Daily Star Sport.

Kidderminster Standard: "MISSED APPOINTMENTS PROMPT PATIENTS PLEA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Smith

Over 10,000 appointments at a Medical Centre in Kidderminster, Stourport, Bewdley and Hagley were not attended in 2025.
The extremely high number of missed appointments across Wyre Forest's five Medical Centres has prompted health bosses to issue a plea to patients heading into the New Year.

FULL REPORT: KidderminsterStandard.co.uk/news/patients-missing-thousands-of-gp-appointments-in-kidderminster-stourport-and-bewdley

Coventry Observer: "NEW YEAR'S RECOGNITION FOR RED CROSS STALWART COLIN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris

An 'extraordinary' British Red Cross worker from Coventry who has over 45 years with the charity has been recognised with a British Empire Medal in The New Year's Honour's List by King Charles.

FULL REPORT: CoventryObserver.co.uk/news/new-year-honours-for-those-who-make-a-difference-59722

The Scotsman: "KEY PROJECTS AT RISK AMID £1BN BUDGET BLACK HOLE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Bol

Shona Robison (Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government - Scotland) faces axing up to £1 billion from the Scottish government’s capital and infrastructure spending plans after economists warned "something will have to give" in next week's draft Budget.

Droitwich Standard: "WHEELS ARE SET IN MOTION FOR TOWN CLUB"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Smith

Droitwich will once again have a Rotary Club nearly three years after the last one folded and an appeal has started for new members to join.

The Times: "TOP DEFENCE CHIEF WARNS OF NEED FOR EXTRA £28BN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Larisa Brown

Britain’s most senior military chief has warned Sir Keir Starmer that the Ministry Of Defence are short of £28 billion over the next four years, despite plans to boost spending, The Times can reveal.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/defence/article/senior-military-chiefs-warn-keir-starmer-of-28bn-defence-shortfall-mb6pjkkl3

The Times (Sport/Back Page): "BROOK FINED FOR BOUNCER ROW"

Friday 09 January 2026's Back Page/Sport Page of The Times by Simon WIlde for The Times Sport.

Leamington Observer: "COUNCIL UNDERLINES FEARS OVER BIODIVERSITY WORK"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ian Hughes

The concern that years of work boosting nature and biodiversity across the district of Warwick could be undone has fallen on deaf ears.
Warwick District Council wrote to Keir Starmer (Prime Minister - United Kingdom) last year calling for changes to the new Planning And Infrastructure Bill currently going through Parliament.

The Independent: "YET ANOTHER U-TURN REEVES SET TO SCRAP RATES RISES FOR PUBS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox / Athena Stavrou / Kate Devlin

Ministers have told The Independent that Rachel Reeves is set to hand Britain's ailing pubs a lifeline by reversing her plans to scrap Business Rates relief for hospitality, in another humiliating climbdown for United Kingdom's Government.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/pubs-closed-business-rates-restaurants-rachel-reeves-budget-b2896796.html

Solihull Observer: "EXTRA TIME IN JAIL AFTER GUN TRADE BID FAILS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Mason

Ameran Zeb Khan, a convicted heroin smuggler who tried to secure a reduced prison sentence by setting up a firearms supply from his prison cell, has had his sentence extended.

FULL REPORT: SolihullObserver.co.uk/news/extra-time-in-jail-after-gun-trade-bid-fails

Scottish Daily Mail: "HOW CAN A LIFE SENTENCE BE JUST 10 YEARS?"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Graham Grant

Prisoners handed Life Sentences are being freed after serving as little as a decade behind bars.
More than 100 'lifers’ have been released since 2021, according to shocking figures obtained by Scottish Daily Mail.

Stratford Observer: "SECOND HOME OWNERS TO FACE 100PC TAX HIKE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Philippa Mingins

Owners of furnished second homes in the district of Stratford will see their Council Tax double.
From April 2025, councils in Britain had new powers to charge up to 100 per cent additional Council Tax on second homes.

FULL REPORT: StratfordObserver.co.uk/news/second-home-owners-in-stratford-district-could-see-their-council-tax-double

Daily Express: "CHEERS! IT'S YET ANOTHER 'TOO LATE' U-TURN FROM PM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Williamson / Jon King

Plans to ease huge Business Rates rises on Public Houses are "too little, too late", claim members of The Conservative Party.
Sir Keir Starmer's latest climbdown on increasing business rates for pubs comes after he caved in over the Farm Tax and scrapping Winter Fuel Payments.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2155483

Daily Express (Sport/Back Page): "REDS REIN IN GUNS"

Friday 09 January 2026's Sport/Back Page of Daily Express by John Cross for Daily Express Sport.

Edinburgh Evening News: "ARTIST'S BRUSH WITH CELEBRITY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Julie Douglas

A self-taught Edinburgh artist Joe Capps has seen a significant surge in commissions after wowing TV audiences with his distinctive style.

Daily Mirror: "WHERE'S WALLY?"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dan Warburton

Nigel Farage was blasted for ignoring his day job after jetting to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
The Reform UK leader was pictured on the VIP jaunt last month.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/politics/nigel-farages-stunning-list-vip-36520547

Daily Mirror (Sport/Back Page): "SORE POINT"

Friday 09 January 2026's Back Page/Sport Page of Daily Mirror by John Cross for Daily Mirror Sport.

Rugby & Lutterworth Observer: "NEW YEAR'S HONOUR FOR CHARITY FOUNDER NAOMI"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris

Naomi Rees-Issitt, a determined Rugby mum who set up Life Saving charity in memory of her son, has been awarded a British Empire Medal from King Charles at The New Year's Honours List.

Daily Mail: "PUB U-TURN'S TOO LITTLE TOO LATE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves / Emily Hakins

The Labour Party are gearing up for another humiliating U-turn - as ministers signalled at a climbdown on tax hikes for Public Houses.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15445881

The Redditch & Alcester Standard: "DISMAY AT 'SNUB' OVER PUB RESCUE BID"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne

Redditch businessman has expressed his disappointment at pub giant Greene King which, he said, had not responded to his attempts to rescue a well-known village pub.

FULL REPORT: RedditchStandard.co.uk/news/astwood-bank-villagers-bid-to-rescue-much-loved-oddfellows-arms-say-they-were-snubbed-by-pub-giants-greene-king

The Guardian: "'GO BACK HOME': NOW 34 EX-PUPILS ACCUSE FARAGE OF RACIST BEHAVIOUR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Henry Dyer / Daniel Boffey / Mark Blacklock

Thirty-four school contemporaries of Nigel Farage have now come forward to claim they saw him behave in a racist or antisemitic manner, raising fresh questions over the Reform UK leader's evolving denials.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2026/jan/08/go-back-home-farage-schoolmate-accounts-bring-total-alleging-racist-behaviour-to-34

The Bolton News: "LAST-MINUTE BUDGET D-DAY DATE CHANGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harrigan

Bolton Council had to move their Budget setting meeting at short notice after Greater Manchester Combined Authority "assumed" the meeting would have been held later.

FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25744072.bolton-council-move-budget-gm-assumption

Daily Record: "MONSTER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: John Paul Clark

Lynne-Marie Hand, a Domestic Abuse survivor has bravely spoken about her three months of terror at the hands of a rapist bodybuilder after giving up her right to anonymity.

Worcester Observer: "AIMING FOR A DEGREE OF MARATHON SUCCESS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Philippa Mingins

Chris Garratt, a University Of Worcester colleague, is aiming to become the World's Fastest Man to complete the London Marathon in full graduation attire.

FULL REPORT: WorcesterObserver.co.uk/news/worcester-university-colleague-aims-to-put-in-first-class-performance-at-the-london-marathon

The Daily Telegraph: "REEVES TO CLIMB DOWN ON PUB TAX"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tim Wallace / Tom Haynes / Amy Gibbons

Rachel Reeves (Chancellor Of The Exchequer - United Kingdom) is preparing to reverse her decision to impose higher costs on Britain's struggling Public Houses, following a campaign by The Daily Telegraph.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/business/2026/01/08/reeves-poised-pubs-tax-climbdown-after-telegraph-campaign

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 08 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

7/1/2026

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 08 January 2026.

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All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

The Times: "UK JOINS IN THE PURSUIT OF PUTIN'S SHADOW FLEET"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Larisa Brown / Oliver Wright

United Kingdom will scale up action against President Vladimir Putin's shadow fleet, having helped the United States to seize an Oil Tanker bound for Russia after a weeks-long pursuit.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/defence/article/russia-sanctioned-oil-tankers-26hlmclw3

The Guardian: "US SEIZES RUSSIAN-FLAGGED TANKER IN HIGH-STAKES ATLANTIC OPERATION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pjotr Sauer

The United States seized a Russian-flagged Oil Tanker in the Atlantic Ocean in a high-stakes operation that could risk confrontation with The Kremlin.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/world/2026/jan/07/russia-submarine-escort-shadow-fleet-tanker-us-sanctions

Bury Times: "MAN ON MURDER CHARGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harrigan

A suspect will face trial over accusations he murdered a twentysomething man in Bury on New Year's Eve.
Anthony Junior Murray was arrested and charged with murdering Joe Burton.

FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/25740150.trial-date-set-alleged-bury-new-years-eve-murder

Financial Times: "US SEIZES TANKER AND AIMS TO CONTROL VENEZUELAN CRUDE SALES INDEFINITELY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Myles McCormick / Jamie Smyth / Joe Daniels

The United States will seek to control Venezuelan oil sales "indefinitely", funnel proceeds to American banks and open the country to US oil services firms, as Washington steps up its efforts to shape the resource-rich nation.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/5b8af100-ca3c-41fb-a2ca-5eb04d504438

Khaleej Times (United Arab Emirates): "UAE PLANS MANDATORY SCREENING FOR CANCER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Haneen Dajani

Ahmed Al Sayegh announced UAE's nationwide mandatory early cancer screening tied to insurance.
Builds on IFHAS Programme from age 18 and 'Itmi’nan' initiative.
Genome programme enables personalised prevention with AI and liquid biopsies.

FULL REPORT: KhaleejTimes.com/uae/uae-moves-towards-nationwide-mandatory-early-cancer-screening-says-minister

Daily Mail: "YOU NEED TO BE ON FAT JABS FOR LIFE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Zoe Hardy

Millions of Britons taking Weight Loss jabs may need to stay on them, experts warn.
A landmark study found that most users regain the weight inside two years of stopping the treatment.

Glasgow Times: "FRESH HOPE FOR TIRED COMMUNITY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Amanda Keenan

Campaigners say they have been given fresh hope in a near three-year battle to reopen a once thriving Community Hub.
Carmyle Community Centre was locked up in 2022 after it fell into a state of disrepair, with two holes in the roof among the required repairs to bring it back into use.

FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25747236.carmyle-community-centre-returned-campaigners

Daily Mirror: "'JESY TESTS' NOW"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Bagot

Daily Mirror are launching a campaign with former Little Mix performer Jesy Nelson to demand no more babies are left needlessly paralysed by a devastating muscle wasting disease.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/health/jesy-nelsons-twins-deserved-better-36514268

Melton Times: "'WE WILL FIGHT FOR OUR WAY OF LIFE'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie

The Belvoir Hunt gave a defiant response to the Government's plans to ban Trail Hunting when members gathered in Melton Mowbray for the town's traditional New Year Hunt Meet.

FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/news/people/we-will-fight-to-continue-our-rural-way-of-life-5463864

The National: "US SEIZES 'RUSSIAN' OIL TAKER OFF COAST OF SCOTLAND"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Laura Pollock / Hamish Morrison

The United States military has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic between Iceland and Scotland as UK aircraft flew overhead.
The Marinera was boarded by American forces on Wednesday after a weeks-long chase through the high seas.

FULL REPORT: TheNational.Scot/news/25747206.uk-aircraft-involved-us-military-russian-oil-tanker-chase

Lancashire Telegraph: "TRAFFIC LIGHTS CAUSE DRIVERS FRUSTRATION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Shuiab Khan

A set of malfunctioning Traffic Lights have been causing drivers unnecessary delays on one of Blackburn's busiest roads.
The pelican crossing, on Buncer Lane just opposite St. Mark's Church, have been switching to red for no apparent reason.

FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/25743669.drivers-seeing-red-phantom-traffic-lights

Morning Star: "HUMILIATION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre

Britain's so-called special relationship with the United States was branded a "humilation" as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer cosied up to President Donald Trump's aggression over Venezuela and Greenland.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/when-us-says-jump-britain-asks-how-high

Messenger Newspapers: "OFFICER PRAISED FOR SAVING TEEN'S LIFE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sofia Fedeczko

PC Jack Doyle, a Trafford Neighbourhood Police Officer in Greater Manchester has been praised after helping a vulnerable 15-year-old girl.
He and a colleague were acting on reports that a teenage girl was heading towards a bridge.

FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/25734937.trafford-police-officer-praised-helping-15-year-old-girl

Scottish Daily Mail: "NOW SNP FEELS THE HEAT OVER COLD SNAP CHAOS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Elliot

A 'vacuum' of leadership resulted in rural and island communities being cut off for days by heavy snow, it was claimed.
Opposition politicians said inaction from John Swinney's Government contributed to households becoming trapped as relentless snowfall blocked roads and brought Public Transport to a near standstill.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15443251

State Times (India): "CM INAUGURATES, LAYS FOUNDATION STONE OF PROJECTS WORTH RS 11.58 CR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Omar Abdullah launched RS 11.58 crore projects in Kathua: Bamboo Centre, showroom, Agarbatti Facility, Poultry Unit, School Rooms.
Omar Abdullah reviewed progress, urged improvements in infrastructure, agriculture, education, health, jobs; addressed roads, labs, fairs.

FULL REPORT: StateTimes.in/cm-inaugurates-lays-foundation-stone-of-projects-worth-rs-11-58-cr

Daily Express: "DON'T RUN DOWN CLOCK ON 'SAFE' RIGHT TO DIE LAW"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hanna Geissler

Peers must pass Assisted Dying legislation through House Of Lords or risk causing "significant harm" to the reputation if time runs out, campaigners claim.
Lord Falconer will ask House Of Lords to agree to provide further time for debates.

The Oldham Times: "LOCALS GET ROYAL SEAL OF APPROVAL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica Rothwell

Three inspirational figures from Oldham have been recognised in The King's New Year's Honours List.
Julia Heap has earned an OBE.
Peter Fitzpatrick has received an MBE.
Reverend David Stephen Ireland has been awarded The British Empire Medal.

FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/25727067.new-years-honours-list-2026-recognises-two-oldham-people

Metro (South Edition): "SPLASH & GRAB"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Gergana Krasteva

An Oil Tanker making its way to Russia, which is linked to both Venezuela and Hezbollah has been seized by US forces in a daring mission in the Atlantic.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2026/01/07/us-forces-attempting-seize-russian-flagged-tanker-marinera-atlantic-26130727

Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "WANTED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Aidarus Al-Zubaidi skipped meeting in Riyadh with Al-Alimi, fled after arming groups in Aden to spark unrest.
Council expelled him for treason, declared wanted, dismissed two ministers.
Actions aid extremists and Houthis; Saudi pushes dialogue for unity.

FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2628578

Daily Star: "YOU CAN TAKE OUR GREENS BUT NOT OUR LAND"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Iain Grant

Two farmers from the UK's Greenland have warned Donald Trump not to try to grab their smallholdings.
One, said: "Hopefully, they’ll get lost on the way".

Financial Times (USA Edition): "US SEIZES TANKER AND AIMS TO CONTROL VENEZUELAN CRUDE SALES INDEFINITELY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Myles McCormick / Jamie Smyth / Joe Daniels

The United States Of America will seek to control Venezuelan oil sales "indefinitely", funnel proceeds to American banks and open the country to American Oil Services firms, as Washington steps up efforts to shape the resource-rich nation.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/5b8af100-ca3c-41fb-a2ca-5eb04d504438

The Scotsman: "SCOTTISH AIRPORTS USED AS US SEIZES ROGUE RUSSIAN TANKER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn McLaughlin

Armed Forces from United States have seized a Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the North Atlantic, with a flurry of military activity at Scotland’s most northerly airports as the UK provided support for the operation.

FULL REPORT: Scotsman.com/news/scottish-airports-used-as-us-seizes-rogue-russian-tanker-5466538

The Bolton News: "'WORRY' OVER THE CANCELLED OPERATIONS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Grace Williams

Councillor Andy Morgan who's attached to Heaton, Lostock and Chew Moor has said it is 'worrying' that Bolton patients are having their operations cancelled after the NHS locally 'paused' funding.

FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25736325.distressing-nhs-funding-pause-leading-operations-cancelled

The Times Scotland: "UK JOINS IN THE PURSUIT OF PUTIN'S SHADOW FLEET"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Larisa Brown / Oliver Wright

United Kingdom will scale up action against President Vladimir Putin's shadow fleet, having helped the United States to seize an Oil Tanker bound for Russia after a weeks-long pursuit.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/defence/article/russia-sanctioned-oil-tankers-26hlmclw3

Edinburgh Evening News: "CELINE'S PLEDGE AFTER HONOUR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Julie Douglas

Celine Sinclair who helped to transform a rundown city play centre into a pioneering charity for disabled children and their families has been honoured by The King.

The Daily Telegraph: "BADENOCH BLUEPRINT TO SAVE OUR PUBS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Amy Gibbons / Patrick Sawer

Kemi Badenoch has pledged to abolish Business Rates for thousands of pubs as she backed The Daily Telegraph's campaign to save Britain's locals.
The Conservative Party leader has also vowed to slash the average pub's Energy Bills.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2026/01/07/kemi-badenoch-blueprint-save-britains-pubs

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: MONDAY 05 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

4/1/2026

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Monday 05 January 2026.

Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media.

This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

The Independent: "WE ARE NOT AT WAR, US INSISTS AS IT CLAIMS CONTROL OF VENEZUELA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rebecca Whittaker

America is at war with Drug Cartels, not with Venezuela, Marco Rubio (United States Secretary Of State) has insisted, as military leaders in Caracas demand the release of Nicolas Maduro.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/world/trump-maduro-america-war-drug-cartels-venezuela-b2894280.html

Glasgow Times: "NEW 20MPH LIMIT ON 3700 ROADS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Eszter Tárnai

A default 20MPH Speed Limit will be introduced in Glasgow as the City's Council looks to eliminate road deaths.
The rollout of the zones on around 3,700 streets will begin soon.

Morning Star: "TRUMP'S WAR ON THE WORLD"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ceren Sagir

Britain's peace movement called an emergency picket in solidarity with Venezuela following the shocking abduction of President Nicolás Maduro.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/blatant-breach-international-law

Limerick Leader (Ireland): "EX-GARDA STATION FACES BIG REBUILD"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rabbitts

A former Garda barracks, which The Mayor bought to use as a Fashion Hub, will need to be dismantled and put back together brick by brick.

The Daily Telegraph: "TRUMP SETS SIGHTS ON GREENLAND"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Cameron Henderson Kieran Kelly / Susie Coen

Donald Trump has set his sights on a United States takeover of Greenland after capturing Nicolás Maduro and saying he would run Venezuela.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/us/politics/2026/01/04/trump-sets-sights-on-greenland

Financial Times: "TRUMP PLIES FRESH PRESSURE ON VENEZUELA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: James Politi / Joe Daniels / Michael Stott

President Donald Trump ramped up pressure on Venezuela's interim leaders after launching the most brazen Foreign Policy gambit of is second Presidency by capturing President Nicolás Maduro.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/fed60da2-4e43-400f-9635-5f2ed8dca452

State Times (India): "INDIA VOICES DEEP CONCERN OVER US MILITARY ACTION ON VENEZUELA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

The Government in India voiced "deep concern" over America's capture of Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores in a Military Operation.
The Government in India has called for a peaceful resolution.

FULL REPORT: http://StateTimes.IN/india-voices-deep-concern-over-us-military-action-on-venezuela

Daily Star: "AJ'S PAIN FOR LOST 'BROTHERS'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nadeem Badshah

Recovering boxer Anthony Joshua paid a touching tribute to two friends killed in his horror crash as their funeral was held.

The West Australian (Australia): "SNATCHED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jim Watson

Donald Trump says Venezuela is under effective United States control after orchestrating an audacious raid where commandos dragged President Nicolás Maduro from his bed in the dead of night.

FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/news/world/what-we-know-about-the-united-states-operation-in-venezuela-c-21208256

The Times: "TRUMP ISSUES WARNING TO VENEZUELA'S NEW LEADER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Charter / Stephen Gibbs / Steven Swinford

President Donald Trump warned Venezuela's new leader that she would "pay a very big price" if she "doesn't do what's right" as questions mounted over his claim that the United States would run the country after seizing its leader, Nicolás Maduro.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/us/news-today/article/venezuela-president-maduro-trump-us-attack-latest-news-2g8f5wh3j

Edinburgh Evening News: "DRINK SPIKING VICTIMS CALL FOR CHANGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ena Saracevic

Two women from Edinburgh are calling for urgent changes to how Police handle drink spiking cases after feeling let down by authorities.

FULL REPORT: Scotsman.com/news/scotland/edinburgh-police-scotland-spiking-5439665

Daily Mirror: "JESY'S TWINS AGONY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lucy Needham

Singer Jesy Nelson has revealed her twin girls have a severe genetic condition.
Her children Ocean and Story have Spinal Muscular Atrophy which means they may never be able to walk.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-style/breaking-jesy-nelson-shares-heartbreaking-36494407

Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "TEENAGER AMONG THREE PALESTINIANS KILLED IN GAZA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Reuters / AP

Armed Forces from Israel shot and killed at least three people from Palestine in separate incidents in the Southern Gaza Strip.
These incidents occurred in Khan Younis.

FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2628228

The Scotsman: "HEAVY SNOW LEADS TO TRAVEL CHAOS AND SCHOOL CLOSURES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn McLaughlin

Police Scotland have warned of a "high risk" of disruption and hazardous driving conditions amid new weather warnings for snow covering swathes of Scotland.

FULL REPORT: Scotsman.com/news/snow-causes-disruption-to-schools-and-travel-as-new-amber-weather-warning-issued-5461985

Daily Mail: "PM FACES REVOLT BY LABOUR'S MADURO APOLOGISTS".
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Ellicott

The Labour Party were tearing themselves apart as Members Of Parliament demanded the Prime Minister condemn the United States attack on Venezuela.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15432791

Scottish Daily Mail: "PM FACES REVOLT BY LABOUR'S MADURO APOLOGISTS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Ellicott

The Labour Party were tearing themselves apart as Members Of Parliament demanded the Prime Minister condemn the United States attack on Venezuela.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15432791

Daily Express: "FEARS STARMER IS PLOTTING 'FULL BLOWN BREXIT BETRAYAL'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steph Spyro

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been accused of betraying Brexit by edging closer to the European Union single market.
Members Of Parliament are angry.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2153299

Daily Record: "JESY: MY TWINS MAY NEVER WALK"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lucy Needham

Singer Jesy Nelson has revealed her twin girls have a severe genetic condition.
Her children Ocean and Story have Spinal Muscular Atrophy which means they may never be able to walk.

FULL REPORT: DailyRecord.co.uk/entertainment/jesy-nelson-given-heartbreaking-news-36494514

The Guardian: "TRUMP WARNS OF 'BIG PRICE TO PAY' IF CARACAS FAILS TO TOE LINE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patricia Torres / Tom Phillips / Rory Carroll

The prospect of United States seizing direct control of Venezuela appeared to recede after the shocking seizure of President Nicolás Maduro.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/world/2026/jan/04/us-running-venezuela-now-seems-less-likely-but-second-intervention-possible

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: SUNDAY 04 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

3/1/2026

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Sunday 04 January 2026.

Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media.

This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

Sunday Mirror: "U.S. SPECIAL FORCES CAPTURE MADURO"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Simon Murphy

President Donald Trump celebrated the capture of Nicolas Maduro (President Of Venezuela) after Special Forces from United States attacked the South American country.

Scottish The Mail On Sunday: "TRUMP NOW I'M RUNNING VENEZUELA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Stephen M. Lepore

Blindfolded and shackled, Nicolas Maduro, the brutal dictator worshipped by The Left, has been dramatically captured by Special Forces from United States in a shock-and-awe raid.
And as the World reels, The White House makes a declaration.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15430773

Sunday Express: "CAPTURED!"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Stephen Beech / Matt Clemenson / Alice Scarsi

American elite Special Forces captured Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in a large-scale military strike that saw the United States seize control of the country.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/world/2153137

The Sunday Post: "VICTIMS OF CRIME COULD BE TRACKED UNDER NEW PLANS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Beaven

A controversial shake-up of Britain's Electronic Tagging scheme could see victims of crime being tracked like criminals.
The Government are currently expanding the use of GPS Tracking.

The Independent: "TRUMP CAPTURES MADURO AND VOWS TO RUN VENEZUELA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rhian Lubin / Bel Trew / Alex Woodward / Athena Stavrou

American President Donald Trump said the United States will run Venezuela for now and did not rule out "boots on the ground" following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/venezuela-trump-maduro-attack-live-updates-b2893945.html

The Herald On Sunday: "SCOTLAND'S FERRY REPAIR COSTS SPIRAL TO £260M"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Williams

CalMac, a state-controlled ferry operator in Britain, has burned through more than £260 million just to keep their ageing fleet afloat, as repair and maintenance bills rise to record levels.

The Sunday Telegraph: "TRUMP TO RUN VENEZUELA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Connor Stringer / Ivanna Laura / Allegra Mendelson

Donald Trump said the United States would "run" Venezuela after Special Forces captured the Venezuelan President in a daring helicopter raid on the capital.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/01/03/donald-trump-us-troops-captured-nicolas-maduro-venezuela

Sunday People: "'THE FULL WRATH OF U.S. JUSTICE'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Zahra Khaliq / Joe Smith / Christopher Mallett

Donald Trump says the United States will now run Venezuela in an extraordinary update after the South American country's President Nicolas Maduro was "dragged from his bedroom", along with his wife, by Delta Force.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/venezuela-explosions-live-air-strikes-36457497

The Observer: "AMERICA'S CAPTIVE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mie Hoejris Dahl / Hugh Tomlinson

President Donald Trump announced that the United States will "run" Venezuela after President Nicolás Maduro was snatched by US forces in a pre-dawn raid after a months-long standoff with the oil-rich South American nation.

FULL REPORT: Observer.co.uk/news/international/article/trump-triumphant-as-venezuela-is-shaken-by-raid-to-snatch-president

Sunday Mail: "CARACKERS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dan Vevers

Donald Trump announced America was taking control of Venezuela and its huge oil reserves.
It came as the United States President posted a humiliating picture of President Nicolas Maduro.

FULL REPORT: DailyRecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/venezuelas-nicolas-maduro-pictured-first-36492606

The Mail On Sunday: "TRUMP: NOW I'M RUNNING VENEZUELA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Stephen M. Lepore

Blindfolded and shackled, Nicolas Maduro, the brutal dictator worshipped by The Left, has been dramatically captured by Special Forces from United States in a shock-and-awe raid.
And as the World reels, The White House makes a declaration.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15430773

Daily Star Sunday: "PEACE LOVING TRUMP ATTACKS VENEZUELA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Isobel Dickinson

Donald Trump (President Of United States) ordered a "large-scale" strike on Venezuela and captured its leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
The move has been widely condemned by World Leaders.
Maybe FIFA will ask for his peace prize back.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/latest-news/venezuelas-president-captured-flown-out-36490642

The Sunday Times: "WE'LL RUN VENEZUELA, VOWS US AFTER CAPTURE OF MADURO"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Stephen Gibbs / Dipesh Gadher / Louise Callaghan / Katie Tarrant / Caroline Wheeler

United States President Donald Trump has announced that America will run Venezuela for an unspecified transitional period following an "extraordinary" US Special Forces operation to capture Nicolás Maduro and his wife.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/world/latin-america/article/trump-president-maduro-venezuela-us-attack-latest-news-52wq9g8mw

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: SATURDAY 03 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

2/1/2026

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Saturday 03 January 2026.

Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media.

This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

Daily Express: "GET A GRIP ON SOCIAL CARE CRISIS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jonathan Walker

A crisis in Social Care meant more than 6,000 people died while waiting for a decision on whether to provide them with urgently-needed support.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2152880

The West Australian (Australia): "BAD LACH"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Craig O'Donoghue

Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale has broken his silence and apologised for the actions which led to his marriage falling apart, while standing down as Captain.
He spent three seasons as Brisbane Lions Co-Captain, alongside Harris Andrews.

FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/sport/afl/brisbane-lions-star-lachie-neale-breaks-silence-amid-reports-of-marriage-problems-and-steps-down-as-captain-c-21184206

Daily Mirror: "HEARTBREAKING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Hill

Daily Mirror shines a light on the people missing in Crans-Montana, Switzerland after the Ski Resort disaster: Arthur Brodard, Alicia Gonset, Diana Gonset, Emilie Pralong, Giovanni Tamburi, Stiven Ivanovski.
These are still unaccounted for last night after the New Year fire, with their distraught parents desperate for news.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/swiss-ski-fire-missing-people-36488613

Glasgow Times: "HOMELESS HOTEL CRISIS CONTINUES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Stewart Paterson

Glasgow's homelessness crisis has deepened throughout 2025, with a big jump in people needing temporary accommodation and those left living in hotels.
At the start of 2025, there were 8170 people in temporary accommodation homes, sourced by Glasgow City Council.

The Times: "EX-PUPIL AT UK SCHOOL AMONG SKI BAR MISSING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Chazan / James Imam / Ben Ellery

Charlotte Niddam, a former Hertfordshire schoolgirl from a Private School, is missing after the fire at Le Constellation bar that has killed at least 40 people and injured 119.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/world/europe/article/fire-swiss-ski-resort-crans-montana-qf2zfbrg9

The Yorkshire Post: "SOLAR AND WIND HELP POWER A UK RECORD"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn

Renewable Energy in The United Kingdom set new records in 2025, a study has revealed, amid a raft of controversial wind and solar projects proposed for the Yorkshire region.

Morning Star: "KICKING OFF 2026 WITH A RENEWED FIGHT AGAINST GAZA OPPRESSION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre

Palestine protesters kicked off the New Year by smashing up Israli-linked Weapon Factories, with Stop The War Coalition warning the Government of a "very large riposte" against its repression.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/anti-genocide-activists-ring-new-year-targetting-israeli-linked-weapons-factories

Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "KSA, ARAB AND MUSLIM STATES RAISE CONCERN OVER GAZA CRISIS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

The Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkiye, Qatar and Egypt expressed deep concern over the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in The Gaza Strip.

FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2628088

Scottish Daily Mail: "GIRL FROM UK SCHOOL MISSING IN SWISS FIRE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Jehring / Imogen Garfinkel

Charlotte Niddam, a schoolgirl educated in Britain is among dozens missing following the Swiss ski bar inferno that killed at least 47.
15-year-old Charlotte babysat for Pocket Money in Crans-Montana but has not been heard from since the fire on New Year's Day.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15429617

Daily Star: "SEAT SWAP SAVED JOSHUA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nadeem Badshah

Anthony Joshua cheated death when he swapped seats – moments before the fatal crash.
His driver had no valid Driving Licence and has been charged.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/sport/boxing/anthony-joshua-swapped-seats-crash-36489064

State Times (India): "LG LAUDS SMVDSB'S EFFORTS IN PRESERVING TIMELESS SPIRITUAL TRADITIONS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha unveiled the 2026 Panchang Calendar in Jammu & Kashmir, India.
He praises SMVDSB's efforts in preserving timeless traditions while providing modern utility for Pilgrims worldwide.

FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/lg-lauds-smvdsbs-efforts-in-preserving-timeless-spiritual-traditions

The Scotsman: "INJURY CLAIMS BY SCHOOL STAFF COST £1M IN COMPENSATION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Catriona Stewart

Nearly £1 million in compensation has been paid to School Staff across Scotland in a situation blamed on an "inexcusable tide of violence".

The Independent: "TRUMP US 'LOCKED AND LOADED' TO BACK PROTESTERS IN IRAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Owen Scott

Iran has threatened to target American interests across the Middle East after Donald Trump warned the United States Army is "locked and loaded" to intervene if Tehran kills protesters.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-iran-us-military-war-b2893391.html

Daily Record: "HEARTACHE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Hill

Teenagers as young as 14 are feared to have been killed in the New Year inferno at a Ski Resort in Switzerland.
Families of youngsters were posting photos online.

FULL REPORT: DailyRecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/teen-caught-up-swiss-fire-36489436

The Daily Telegraph: "TRUMP SET TO STEP IN OVER IRAN PROTESTS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Akhtar Makoii

Iranian Security Forces opened fire on protesters despite a threat from Donald Trump to intervene in the rapidly spreading unrest.
Demonstrators came under attack in Tehran.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/01/02/iran-opens-fire-on-protesters-despite-trump-threat

The Times Scotland: "EX-PUPIL AT UK SCHOOL AMONG SKI BAR MISSING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Chazan / James Imam / Ben Ellery

Charlotte Niddam, a former Hertfordshire schoolgirl from a Private School, is missing after the fire at Le Constellation bar that has killed at least 40 people and injured 119.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/world/europe/article/fire-swiss-ski-resort-crans-montana-qf2zfbrg9

The Guardian: "SPARKLERS 'STARTED SWISS BAR FIRE THAT TOOK 40 LIVES'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Angela Giuffrida / Jon Henley

Investigators believe fountain sparklers mounted on champagne bottles and held too close to the ceiling sparked the fire at a Ski Resort in Crans-Montana, Switzerland that killed 40 people, and injured more than 100 individuals.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/global/2026/jan/02/visual-guide-crans-montana-bar-fire-switzerland

Edinburgh Evening News: "WANTED: HIRED GUNS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ian Swanson

Members of the public could be trained to use Speed Guns to catch motorists who are driving too fast, under a scheme advocated by councillors of The Green Party in Edinburgh.

Daily Mail: "GIRL FROM UK SCHOOL MISSING IN SWISS FIRE".
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Jehring / Imogen Garfinkel

Charlotte Niddam, a schoolgirl educated in Britain is among dozens missing following the Swiss ski bar inferno that killed at least 47.
15-year-old Charlotte babysat for Pocket Money in Crans-Montana but has not been heard from since the fire on New Year's Day.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15429617

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: FRIDAY 02 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

1/1/2026

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Friday 02 January 2026.

Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media.

This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

The Times: "DOZENS DIE IN NEW YEAR INFERNO AT SWISS SKI BAR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Chazan

At least 40 people were killed and 115 injured, including many teenagers, when fire tore through a bar popular with British tourists during New Year's Eve celebrations at Le Constellation in Crans-Montana - a Swiss ski resort.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/world/europe/article/fire-swiss-ski-resort-crans-montana-qf2zfbrg9

Worcester Observer: "MP TO HOLD TALKS OVER THREAT TO SCHOOL PLAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne

The new Free School in Malvern for pupils with Autism could face more delays because of funding.
The Department For Education told Worcestershire County Council funding could be allocated into county education budgets.

Daily Express: "'HORROR MOVIE' INFERNO KILLS DOZENS AT SKI PARTY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Giles Sheldrick

An inferno that killed at least 40 New Year’s Eve revellers was started by candles or sparklers, witnesses say.
More than 115 others who escaped after a fireball engulfed the Le Constellation Bar in the Swiss Alps.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/world/2152441

Evesham Observer: "AVIAN FLU FEARS SPARK ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lise Evans

Wychavon District Council are asking residents to avoid touching sick or dead wild birds after a recent increase in swans and geese found unwell or dead along the River Avon in Evesham.

FULL REPORT: EveshamObserver.co.uk/news/public-urged-to-be-vigilant-as-avian-flu-confirmed-at-stratford-upon-avon

Daily Star: "HORROR ON THE DANCEFLOOR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jerry Lawton

At least 47 revellers died when a sparkler in a Champagne bottle sparked an inferno at a Ski Resort.
British victims are feared to be among the dead in Crans-Montana, Switzerland.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/world-news/breaking-swiss-bar-fire-victims-36483923

Bromsgrove Standard: "OFFERING KIDS A SPORTING CHANCE LEADS TO MBE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Smith

Tom Clarke-Forrest, the founder of Sport 4 Life UK, was one of 11 people from across the county recognised in the King’s New Year's Honours list.

FULL REPORT: BromsgroveStandard.co.uk/news/bromsgrove-man-who-gives-youngsters-a-sporting-chance-made-an-mbe

Daily Mirror: "NEW YEAR HORROR INFERNO"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Hill

At least 40 people were feared dead last night after a fire ripped through a New Year Party at a Swiss ski resort.
Some 115 people were hurt in the tragedy at Le Constellation basement bar in Crans-Montana.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/amsterdam-church-fire-horror-new-36483984

Solihull Observer: "PLENTY TO CELEBRATE AS APPEAL PASSES MILESTONE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Mason

There were smiles all round as Solihull Sixth Form College hit the £100,000 milestone in their Gambia project.

FULL REPORT: SolihullObserver.co.uk/news/college-hit-100000-milestone-on-team-gambia-mission

The Scotsman: "BROKEN PROMISES ANGER AS 249 SCHOOLS SHUT SINCE 2007"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Bol

Ministers from The SNP have been accused of presiding over a "trail of broken promises" on education after it was revealed almost 250 schools have been closed or mothballed since Scottish National Party came to power.

Kidderminster Standard: "PRICE DIFFERENCES FUEL CALL FOR URGENT ACTION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tristan Harris

Leigh Whitehouse, a Wyre Forest District Councillor has called for parity on fuel prices between this area and the surrounding ones after he found that charges in neighbouring towns were considerably cheaper.

FULL REPORT: KidderminsterStandard.co.uk/news/end-the-rip-off-councillor-calls-for-cheaper-petrol-prices-in-kidderminster-bewdley-and-stourport

The Guardian: "FROM JOY TO HORROR IN SECONDS: AT LEAST 40 KILLED BY FIRE IN SWISS BAR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Chris Michael / Luke Harding / Angela Giuffrida

A New Year party at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland turned into tragedy as flames shot across the ceiling.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/world/2026/jan/01/inferno-horror-swiss-ski-resort-le-constellation-crans-montana

Coventry Observer: "AWARDS RECOGNISE WORK OF CITY'S YOUNG PEOPLE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris

The 'incredible' achievements of young people in Coventry have been recognised at the annual Care Leaver Awards.
More than 250 young people attended the annual event at FarGo Village.

Daily Mail: "CHAMPAGNE SPARKLERS BLAMED FOR INFERNO THAT COST 47 LIVES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Jehring / Nick Craven

A sparkler in a champagne bottle is believed to have caused a Swiss ski bar inferno that killed at least 47.
Families face an agonising wait.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15427131

Glasgow Times: "POLICE IN 7K CALLOUTS TO CITY HOTSPOT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ava Whyte

New figures show that Police Scotland have been called to deal with incidents at Glasgow's Four Corners nearly 7,000 times in the past three years.
The data stems between September 2022 and September 2025.

The Daily Telegraph: "HORROR ON NEW YEAR'S EVE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Iona Cleave / Samuel Hudson

A fire tore through a Swiss Ski Resort bar as young revellers welcomed in the New Year, killing at least 40 people and injuring 115.
Forgeign tourists are among the victims of the blaze.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/01/01/swiss-bar-fire-sparkler-champagne-bottle-crans-montana

State Times (India): "DRDO WILL PLAY CRUCIAL ROLE IN CREATION OF SUDARSHAN CHAKRA: RAJNATH"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

The weapon systems developed by DRDO played a decisive role during Operation Sindoor, serving as a testament to the professionalism and commitment of the organisation towards safeguarding national interests, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said.

FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/drdo-will-play-crucial-role-in-creation-of-sudarshan-chakra-rajnath

Scottish Daily Mail: "CHAMPAGNE SPARKLERS BLAMED FOR INFERNO THAT COST 47 LIVES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Jehring / Nick Craven

A sparkler in a champagne bottle is believed to have caused a Swiss ski bar inferno that killed at least 47.
Families face an agonising wait.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15427131

Rugby & Lutterworth Standard: "£40M MOVE WILL BRING NEW PLACES AT SCHOOLS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris

Hundreds of new school places will be available in Warwickshire under a £40million plan unveiled by Warwickshire County Council (WCC).

FULL REPORT: RugbyObserver.co.uk/news/40m-plan-to-fund-hundreds-of-new-school-places-in-warwickshire-59478

The I Paper: "AT LEAST 40 DEAD AND 115 INJURED AFTER FIRE HITS SWISS SKI RESORT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alexa Phillips

Around 40 people have been confirmed as dead and 115 are injured after a fire ripped through a Swiss Ski Resort in the early hours of New Year’s Day, police have said.

FULL REPORT: INews.co.uk/news/at-least-10-dead-in-explosion-at-swiss-ski-bar-new-years-eve-party-4143121

Edinburgh Evening News: "ALL POWERED UP FOR HOGMANAY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rachel Fergusson

Tens of thousands of revellers from around the world braved cold conditions as they descended on Edinburgh to see in the New Year at the city’s famous Hogmanay street party.

FULL REPORT: EdinburghNews.scotsman.com/news/thousands-join-edinburghs-hogmanay-street-party-to-welcome-in-2026-5459933

Financial Times: "SPACEX, OPENAI AND ANTHROPIC HOLD OUT PROMISE OF 2026 LISTINGS BONANZA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: George Hammond

The three most valuable private United States tech companies are preparing for public offerings as early as this year, raising hopes of record returns for their investors.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/bf607829-dca5-497d-b1a1-ca945d32a8c6

Droitwich Standard: "HEART DRAMA PROMPTS ADVICE TO CHERISH LIFE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Smith

Richard Morris, a Droitwich councillor, has thanked those who saved him following a Heart Attack and is looking to remind people about how precious life is.

FULL REPORT: DroitwichStandard.co.uk/news/life-is-precious-droitwichs-richard-morris-thanks-those-who-saved-him-after-heart-attack

The Times Scotland: "DOZENS DIE IN NEW YEAR INFERNO AT SWISS SKI BAR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Chazan

At least 40 people were killed and 115 injured, including many teenagers, when fire tore through a bar popular with British tourists during New Year's Eve celebrations at Le Constellation in Crans-Montana - a Swiss ski resort.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/world/europe/article/fire-swiss-ski-resort-crans-montana-qf2zfbrg9

Leamington Observer: "NEW YEAR SET TO SIGNAL START OF RESTORATION PLAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Philippa Mingins

Historical landmark buildings in Warwick will soon be getting a facelift after decades of neglect.
New fencing is being installed around St. Michael's Place ahead of work beginning on a £2.8million restoration of two buildings.

FULL REPORT: LeamingtonObserver.co.uk/news/restoration-work-to-begin-in-the-new-year-at-st-michaels-place-in-warwick

Daily Record: "BURNED ALIVE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Hill

Forty people are feared to have died as they celebrated New Year when flames raged through a Ski Resort bar.
Another 115 were injured by the ferocious blaze in the Swiss Alps.

FULL REPORT: DailyRecord/news/uk-world-news/least-10-feared-dead-horror-36481774

The Redditch & Alcester Standard: "CHARITY EFFORTS REVEAL 'TRUE SPIRIT OF THE TOWN'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne

Fundraisers have been praised by Redditch Kingfisher Rotarians for 'demonstrating the true spirit of the town' in the wake of a damning report about deprivation.

Stratford Observer: "WARNING ABOUT AVIAN FLU IN AVON GEESE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ian Hughes

People are being urged not to touch sick or dead birds after avian influenza was found in Stratford.
The Department For The Environment, Food And Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and the Animal And Plant Health Agency (APHA) confirmed so-called 'bird' flu’ had been confirmed in a number of geese along the River Avon.

FULL REPORT: StratfordObserver.co.uk/news/bird-flu-confirmed-among-geese-in-stratford-59688

Malvern Observer: "MP TO HOLD TALKS OVER THREAT TO SCHOOL PLAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashleigh Osborne

The new Free School in Malvern for pupils with Autism could face more delays because of funding.
The Department For Education told Worcestershire County Council funding could be allocated into county education budgets.

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 01 JANUARY 2026 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

31/12/2025

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for New Year's Day, Thursday 01 January 2026.

Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media.

This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

Daily Mail: "DIGITAL IDS FOR BABIES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Beckford

Newborns could be allocated Digital IDs in a 'sinister' expansion of the controversial policy.

Edinburgh Evening News: "HOGMANAY POWER OUTAGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Hospitality businesses in one of Edinburgh's tourist hotspots have warned that the city's global reputation as the "ultimate Hogmanay destination" is being put at risk by a recent series of power outages – including one they fear will affect New Year revellers.

The Times: "SPECIAL NEEDS SUPPORT AT RISK IN COST-CUTTING PLANS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Max Kendix

Parents whose children have moderate Mental Health and developmental needs are set to be stripped of their legal
right to certain supports under plans being considered by ministers.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/government-send-reforms-children-mental-health-adhd-sqw68bczx

Daily Star: "'JOSHUA TRUCKER ON RUN'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Emily Hall

Cops are hunting the driver of the truck Anthony Joshua’s SUV ploughed into on Nigeria's deadliest road – as his chauffeur could face charges over the fatal crash.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/latest-news/truck-driver-centre-anthony-joshua-36480581

The Daily Telegraph: "MAHMOOD VOWS TO FIGHT EUROPEAN JUDGES OVER BEGUM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Charles Hymas

Shabana Mahmood has pledged to fight European judges over a fresh attempt by Shamima Begum to return to The United Kingdom.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/12/31/mahmood-echr-fight-european-judges-shamima-begum

The Scotsman: "WAITING TIMES 'WAKE UP CALL' ON CARDIOLOGY APPOINTMENTS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alistair Grant

More than 20,000 patients in the North of Britain are waiting for a cardiology appointment, according to "alarming" new figures including thousands who have been waiting longer than the 12-week target.

Morning Star: "NEW YEAR, SAME CRISIS AS ENERGY GIANTS CASH IN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre

Energy giants will be taxed less as a New Year's Day fuel price cap increase hits young families and disabled people the hardest during a cold snap, campaigners have warned.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/why-it-always-workers-and-communities-have-pay

Daily Express: "LET THEM HEAR THE TRUTH TO STOP MILLIONS MORE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hanna Geissler

Dame Esther Rantzen is urging the public to help the Assisted Dying Bill by writing to peers who oppose it.
Members of the House Of Lords must be reminded of the "pain and suffering" dying people will endure if the landmark legislation fails.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2152048

The Times Scotland: "SNP TO MISS WAITING-TIME TARGET FOR 40,000 PATIENTS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Daniel Sanderson

The SNP are set to spectacularly miss targets to eradicate year-long waits in the NHS, it has emerged.
Analysis by The Times Scotland shows that while some progress has been made in reducing the longest waits for outpatient appointments and operations over recent months.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/scotland/article/snp-miss-nhs-waiting-list-target-9c6xtnkpm

Daily Mirror: "2026 WILL BE BETTER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lizzy Buchan / Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer has promised 2026 will be the year that life in Britain finally changes for the better for Daily Mirror readers.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/politics/keir-starmer-2026-year-rediscover-36478018

The Guardian: "'THE YEAR PROOF': STARMER TO WOO MPS WITH PUSH TO CUT COST OF LIVING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kiran Stacey

Keir Starmer will attempt to rescue his relationship with disillusioned voters and his own fractious MPs in a new year push to reduce the Cost Of Living.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2025/dec/31/keir-starmer-woo-voters-labour-mps-new-year-plan-cut-cost-of-living

Scottish Daily Mail: "DIGITAL IDS FOR BABIES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Beckford

Newborn babies could be allocated Digital IDs in a 'sinister' expansion of the controversial policy.
Ministers have privately raised the prospect of issuing the new technology to children at birth, along with the 'Red Book' of Health Records given to new parents.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15409993

The Independent: "HS2 BLEW £37M BUYING HOMES ON AXED PART OF ROUTE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alex Ross

HS2 have been accused of "madness" after new figures reveal they have spent £37 million of taxpayers' cash buying up homes – long after parts of the high-speed rail line were scrapped.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/hs2-spending-homes-staffordshire-manchester-b2886454.html

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: WEDNESDAY 24 DECEMBER 2025 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

23/12/2025

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Wednesday 24 December 2025.

Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media.

This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world.

All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated.

If the leading story is available, links will be provided.

This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

Daily Express: "FIGHT GOES ON TO COMPLETELY SCRAP FARM RAID"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steph Spyro / Christian Calgie

Farmers and MPs have warned the "fight is not finished" following Keir Starmer's climbdown on The Labour Party's "cruel and immoral" Inheritance Tax raid.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2149717

New Ross Standard (Ireland): "WOMAN IS FOUND NOT GUILTY OF MONEY LAUNDERING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Medcalfe

Klaudia Kunce from MacMurrough Close in New Ross has pleaded Not Guilty in response to a Money Laundering charge.
She suspiciously had €19,000 (£16,000) in her Bank Account.

Daily Star: "LOATHE ACTUALLY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kate Nelson

Actually legend Richard Curtis and wife Emma Freud loathe the idea of a 30-pitch campsite in their swanky village.
The rom-com king has been embroiled in his own drama over plans to build 30 pitches in celeb-crammed Walberswick.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/showbiz/love-actually-legend-richard-curtis-36446987

Fife Free Press: "MOVIE MAGIC BACK ON HIGH STREET"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Allan Crow

A little piece of Kirkcaldy's cinematic history has returned to the High Street.
The front of the old ABC Cinema, which has sat empty for over 20 years, has been given a makeover which will spark memories of visits there for generations of folk across the Lang Toun.

FULL REPORT: FifeToday.co.uk/news/people/recreating-kirkcaldy-abc-cinemas-history-sparks-memories-and-raises-smiles-5452570

Financial Times: "LABOUR CLIMBDOWN SHRINKS SHARE OF FARMERS FACING INHERITANCE TAX TO 15%"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mari Novik / Jim Pickard

Fewer farmers will start paying Inheritance Tax from April after Ministers were forced into a £130 million climbdown by a fierce backlash against the policy from rural communities and some MPs from The Labour Party.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/cb5dbf7e-aee7-4a53-99fe-73d21c5dc8a8

Gorey Guardian (Ireland): "PLANNING SOUGHT FOR NEW ECO HOLIDAY PARK"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

The park on Seafield Estate will have 99 Mobile Home bays on a 6.6 hectare site if it gets the Green Light.

The National: "'BALMORAL ROYAL FAMILY SUMMER CAMP' EPSTEIN FILES EMAIL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steph Brawn

An email from "The Invisible Man" sent to Ghislaine Maxwell referencing a Summer Camp at Balmoral Castle has been released in the latest tranche of Epstein files.

FULL REPORT: TheNational.Scot/news/25720325.epstein-files-unearth-royal-family-summer-camp-balmoral

The West Australian (Australia): "SWEAT THE HALLS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tahnee Graham

Perth in Australia is set for the warmest Christmas morning in more than 110 years.
Overnight minimum temperatures expected to stay above 26°C and daytime highs tipped to soar to dangerous levels.

FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/news/weather/perth-christmas-weather-city-set-for-a-scorcher-with-its-warmest-christmas-morning-in-110-years-c-21081820

Financial Times (USA Edition): "US ECONOMY DEFIES EXPECTATIONS WITH STRONG PERFORMANCE IN THIRD QUARTER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Myles McCormick / Katie Duguid

The US economy grew at an annualised rate of 4.3 per cent in the Third Quarter, accordting to official data.
That has far surpassed economists' expectations as was well ahead of previous quarters.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/fea44f00-6e54-4bd0-b722-6b029ad4411c

Daily Mail: "STARMER'S HUMILIATING U-TURN ON FARM TAX"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Ellicott

Prime Minister Keir Starmer will water down the family farm tax in yet another humiliating capitulation to his backbenchers.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15410473

Lancashire Telegraph: "TRAIL HUNT BAN 'OUTRAGE'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lisa Valentine

The Holcolmbe Hunt has spoken out about a potential 'outrage' as the Government looks to ban Trail Hunting as part of a new Animal Welfare strategy.
Trail Hunting mimics a traditional hunt, with dogs following a pre-laid, animal-based scent such as fox urine, while a group of hunters follows the pack on horseback.

FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/25716266.trail-hunting-ban-holcombe-hunt-club-speaks

The Times: "FARMERS WIN TAX CLIMBDOWN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Oliver Wright / Alice Wright

Keir Starmer has abandoned controversial plans to impose death duties on family farms worth more than £1 million after a revolt by Labour MPs.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/keir-starmer-farmers-inheritance-tax-t708wlc0v

Morning Star: "ANOTHER DARK DAY FOR JUSTICE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Christophe Domec

Greta Thunberg was arrested in London at a demonstration in support of hunger-striking prisoners in what campaigners called "another dark day for Keir Starmer's genocide-supporting Government".
The Climate Activist from Sweden was taken by Metropolitan Police in front of the offices of an Insurance Company.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/education-union-leaders-call-immediate-release-hunger-striking-prisoners

The Yorkshire Post: "CLIMBDOWN OVER 'FAMILY FARM TAX'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kit Sandeman

The United Kingdom Government in Westminster will raise the Inheritance Tax relief for farmers to £2.5 million per farmer, after more than a year of bitter rancour and furious protest.

FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/country-and-farming/son-of-farmer-who-took-own-life-says-tax-climbdown-is-best-christmas-present-5454490

The Daily Telegraph: "'FIND ME INAPPROPRIATE FRIENDS'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Fiona Parker / India McTaggart

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked the convicted Sex Trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell to find him some "inappropriate friends", the latest release of The Epstein Files has revealed.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2025/12/23/epstein-files-balmoral-maxwell-inappropriate-friends

The Philippine Star (Philippines): "REENACTED BUDGET LOOMS AS REVIEW SET"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alexis Romero / Helen Flores

A week-long reenactment of the 2025 national budget won’t affect government operations, Ralph Recto of Malacañang Palace says.

FULL STORY: PhilStar.com/headlines/2025/12/24/2496498

Daily Record: "£3.5BILLION XMAS SHOPPING BONANZA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Norman Silvester

Britain's shoppers have given hard-pressed retailers a £3.5 billion Christmas boost, Daily Record reveals.

FULL REPORT: DailyRecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/christmas-shoppers-splash-261m-weekend-36434971

Wirral Globe: "PARADE CARNAGE HERO GETS PM PRAISE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rebecca McGrath

Prime Minister has hailed the former Wirral soldier who stopped the Liverpool parade crash driver’s car as a "hero".
Dan Barr, from Birkenhead, stopped Paul Doyle from continuing to drive through the crowds on Water Street in the City Centre of Liverpool.

FULL REPORT: WirralGlobe.co.uk/news/25704076.prime-minister-hails-wirral-hero-stopped-liverpool-parade-driver

The Guardian: "ANDREW FACES NEW PRESSURE AFTER EPSTEIN FILES REVEAL 'GIRLS' EMAILS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ben Quinn / Jamie Grierson

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffery Epstein's fixer, to arrange mettings with "inappropriate friends".

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/23/latest-epstein-files-andrew-asking-ghislaine-maxwell-inappropriate-friends

The Bolton News: "TRIBUTES TO CRASH VICTIM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Grace Williams

The family of Vicki Attenborough, who died following a Road Traffic Accident in Smithills, have paid a beautiful tribute to her.
Vicki suffered fatal injuries after a driver collided with her as she walked down the road in Smithills.

FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25721494.family-pays-tribute-vicki-attenborough-fatal-bolton-crash

Daily Mirror: "FIND ME SOME 'FRIENDS'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Christopher Bucktin

Pressure grew on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor as emails emerged from "A" of Balmoral Castle asking Ghislaine Maxwell to find "inappropriate friends".

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/epstein-files-what-know-inappropriate-36447784

Wexford People (Ireland): "TODDLER ALFIE'S CHRISTMAS JOY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pádraig Byrne

A Christmas miracle has been hailed after 2-year-old Alfie Hearne, from Wexford, in heart failure defies the odds after receiving specalist care in Newcastle.

FULL REPORT: Independent.IE/regionals/wexford/wexford-district/christmas-miracle-as-wexford-toddler-in-heart-failure-defies-the-odds-its-the-best-present-we-could-have-asked-for/a1125214804.html

Scottish Daily Mail: "STARMER'S HUMILIATING U-TURN ON FARM TAX"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Ellicott

Prime Minister Keir Starmer will water down the family farm tax in yet another humiliating capitulation to his backbenchers.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15410473

State Times (India): "JOINT SECURITY EXERCISE HELD IN SRINAGAR TO BOLSTER SECURITY GRID"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Security forces in Srinagar carried out anti-sabotage operations around vital installations in India with the aim to strengthen security measures and counter any potential threats.

FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/joint-security-exercise-held-in-srinagar-to-bolster-security-grid-counter-potential-threats

Enniscorthy Guardian (Ireland): "TWO MEN ARRESTED OVER €4M COCAINE SEIZURE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Robin Schiller

A former Sinn Féin representative charged over €4 million (£3.6 million approximately) in cocaine seizure at stables in Kildare allegedly tried to run from Gardai and hide in a barn.

FULL REPORT: Independent.IE/irish-news/courts/former-sinn-fein-representative-arrested-over-4m-cocaine-seizure-tried-to-run-from-gardai-and-hid-in-barn-court-told/a2145497742.html

The Independent: "FARMERS CHEER AS STARMER U-TURNS ON TRACTOR TAX RAID"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alex Ross / David Maddox

Farmers across the country are celebrating after Sir Keir Starmer caved in following months of pressure from farmers and watered down his Inheritance Tax plans.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/inheritance-tax-farmers-labour-starmer-b2889532.html

Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "ISRAELI MINISTER'S PLEDGE TO NEVER LEAVE GAGA 'DANGEROUS ESCALATION'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: AFP / AP

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz vowed that Israel would remain in Gaza and pledged to establish outposts there, but his office swiftly downplayed the remarks.

FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2627226

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