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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 18 DECEMBER 2025 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

17/12/2025

Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 18 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.

Metro (South Edition): "STARMER IN £2.5BN CHELSEA TRANSFER DEMAND"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Craig Munro

Keir Starmer says Britain will sue former Chelsea Football Club owner Roman Abramovich unless he gives Ukraine the £2 billion he sold the club for nearly three years ago.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/video/pm-announces-2-5-billion-sale-chelsea-fc-supporting-ukraine-3571869

Lancashire Telegraph: "FEARS OF FLY-TIPPING AS TIP SET FOR MOVE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Shuiab Khan

A petition has launched to save a Recycling Centre in Blackburn, with claims the location for a new larger tip will be 'less accessible to residents'.
The call to keep the George Street West location open is because people will be less likely to travel further and would run the risk of Fly Tipping in the area.

Morning Star: "SHOW SOME COMPASSION, MR LAMMY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre

A 20-year-old Palestine Action hunger striker was hospitalised after 46 days without food in HMP Bronzefield while on remand, prompting protests and calls for intervention from supporters.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/show-some-humanity-it-too-late-lammy-told-palestine-action-hunger-striker-rushed-hospital

The Yorkshire Post: "TRAMS ON HOLD UNTIL LATE NEXT DECADE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn

The slated opening of West Yorkshire’s long-awaited Tram Network has been delayed until the late 2030s, Tracy Brabin has said, with the Mayor saying "it takes too long to deliver infrastructure in this country".

Daily Express: "STAND UP TO THE UNIONS ...BAN DOCTORS STRIKES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown

Kemi Badenoch has called on the Prime Minister to "show some backbone" and ban doctors from striking.
The leader of The Conservative Party has condemned the Government for "failing patients".

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2147638

Great Southern Herald (Australia): "PRAISE FOR FIRE HEROES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

A suspicious house fire in Gnowangerup, Australia, on 25 November destroyed one home but spared neighbours thanks to swift community fire unit response; the resident faces arson charges.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/great-southern-herald/shire-of-gnowangerup-thanks-community-fire-units-swift-response-to-suspicious-house-fire-saving-neighbours-c-21012686

Daily Mirror: "COVID HEROES JOIN FLU FIGHT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Bagot

Scientists who helped find the first drug to fight COVID-19 are setting their sights on the Super Flu which is piling pressure on the NHS.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/health/super-flu-verdict-britains-top-36399422

St. Helens Star: "INSPIRING STORY OF BRAVE BATTLE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Niamh Green

St. Helens nurse Chloe Stirling, who overcame rare Stomach Cancer through surgery and treatment, featured in a Channel 4 Stand Up To Cancer film that aired on 12 December.

FULL REPORT: StHelensStar.co.uk/news/25693403.st-helens-nurse-features-channel-4-stand-cancer-film

The Daily Telegraph: "£8 BILLION COST OF EU STUDENT EXCHANGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Robert White

Britain faces an £8.75billion bill after Sir Keir Starmer agreed to rejoin the European Union's Student Exchange programme.
It was announced by Ministers, yesterday, that United Kingdom would rejoin Erasmus.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/12/17/labour-opens-door-to-unlimited-numbers-of-eu-students

Khaleej Times (United Arab Emirates): "NEW AGE CUT-OFF FOR KG, GRADE 1 ADMISSIONS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Laraib Anwer

The UAE has set a new 31 December age cut-off for KG and Grade 1 admissions starting in the 2026-2027 academic year, replacing the previous 31 August date, to align with international standards.

FULL REPORT: http://KhaleejTimes.com/uae/education/uae-announces-new-age-cut-off-for-kg-grade-1-school-admissions-from-next-academic-year

Daily Star: "HERR WE THROW"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jerry Lawton

German darts fans plan to take over Ally Pally next year when the World Championship moves to a bigger arena in the famous building.
Oche ace Max Hopp, said: "It's a cult".

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/sport/darts/ally-pally-world-championship-germany-36417962

Warrington Guardian: "SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES APPROVED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Aran Dhillon

Warrington councillors have approved plans to transform Bruche Primary School into the borough's first all-through school for pupils aged 2 to 16.
This involves demolishing some existing buildings, adding new wings and a secondary block to create 300 additional places, with the first Year 7 pupils expected in September 2026.

FULL REPORT: http://WarringtonGuardian.co.uk/news/25694740.bruche-primary-school-plans-all-through-school-approved

Scottish Daily Mail: "JUST HOW LONG CAN SQUIRMING MINISTER CLING ON?"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley

Pressure is growing on The Scottish National Party's Justice Secretary after Angela Constance admitted a second possible breach of the Ministerial Code when she apologised to a child abuse expert she misrepresented.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15393501

Việt Nam News (Vietnam): "HOUSING DRIVE!"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: VNS

A new government directive seeks to strengthen transparency and oversight in Social Housing programmes in Vietnam amid concerns over application processes, pricing and eligibility checks.

FULL REPORT: VietnamNews.VN/politics-laws/1731782/pm-calls-for-tighter-oversight-of-social-housing-allocation-and-sales.html

The Scotsman: "REEVES DENIES POLICY LINK TO THOUSANDS OF OIL JOBS LOSSES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alistair Grant

Chancellor Rachel Reeves was accused by opponents of reaching a "new low" after she dismissed claims 1,000 North Sea jobs are being lost each month because of United Kingdom Government policy.

FULL REPORT: Scotsman.com/news/politics/reeves-dismisses-claim-1000-jobs-lost-a-month-in-north-sea-due-to-windfall-tax-5446722

Bury Times: "NEW CANOPIES ARE INSTALLED AT MARKET"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: James McNeill

New weather-protective canopies have been installed at Bury Market, 10 weeks ahead of schedule as part of a £33 million regeneration project, with the full scheme (including a flexi hall) set to complete by mid-2026.

FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/25683113.bury-market-canopies-installed-10-weeks-ahead-schedule

Daily Mail: "£6BN COST OF STARMER'S NEW BID TO SUCK UP TO BRUSSELS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves

Sir Keir Starmer has been accused of 'throwing billions away' to reverse Brexit after he signed Britain up to rejoin European Union's Student Exchange programme Erasmus.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15393003

Knutsford Guardian: "FOOD POISONING 'WAS NOT DOWN TO BUFFET'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Barbara Jordan

An investigation into illness affecting around 16 people after a 7 November prize giving at High Legh Bowling Club ruled out Food Poisoning, concluding norovirus was the likely cause.

FULL REPORT: KnutsfordGuardian.co.uk/news/25693334.food-poisoning-not-blame-high-legh-sickness-outbreak

Financial Times (USA Edition): "WARNER BROS BOARD SCORNS ILLUSORY BID BY PARAMOUNT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Christopher Grimes / Daniel Thomas / James Fontanella-Khan / Oliver Barnes

Warner Bros Discovery's board has urged their shareholders to regect Paramount's $108 billion hostile bid for the Hollywood Studios.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/35621088-51bd-48af-b11a-b3ee2eecc21e

Edinburgh Evening News: "GUNMAN JAILED FOR 26 YEARS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ena Saracevic

Grant Hunter, a gunman who carried out a gangland hit on a man outside a pub on Hogmanay, has been sentenced to 26 years in prison.

FULL REPORT: EdinburghNews.scotsman.com/news/paid-assassin-to-be-sentenced-for-hogmanay-murder-of-suspected-gangster-5445733

Messenger Newspapers: "VISION OF FUTURE FOR WATERFRONT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: James McNeill

Peel Waters has submitted plans for up to 2,600 new homes plus extensive green spaces, a hotel, retail, and leisure facilities on Pomona Island in Trafford as part of the Manchester Waters scheme.

FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/25692994.2-600-new-homes-planned-pomona-island-regeneration

Tyldesley And Atherton Leigh Journal: "RESIDENTS FACE FLOODING ORDEAL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Jackson

Residents in Tyldesley and Astley are now facing flooding from construction at the approved Astley Business Park warehouses, impacting a school pathway and home gardens, with Wigan Council planning drainage fixes.

FULL REPORT: LeighJournal.co.uk/news/25689220.now-residents-battling-cruise-liner-warehouses-fighting-floods

The Oldham Times: "ELITE-BACKED COLLEGE GETS GREEN LIGHT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Charlotte Hall

The Department for Education has approved a new Eton Star Academy sixth form in Oldham (on the former Tommyfield Market site), aimed at disadvantaged students, with plans to relocate market traders.

FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/25692048.eton-star-academy-sixth-form-give-go-ahead-oldham

Northwich & Winsford Guardian: "WHEELCHAIR USER DENIED BUS ENTRY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rob Goulding

A wheelchair user in Weaverham was wrongly denied boarding a D&G Bus on 7 October due to a driver's incorrect permit demand, causing distress; the company apologised and is retraining drivers.

FULL REPORT: LeighJournal.co.uk/news/25689220.now-residents-battling-cruise-liner-warehouses-fighting-floods

Financial Times: "WARNER BROS BOARD SCORNS ILLUSORY BID BY PARAMOUNT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Christopher Grimes / Daniel Thomas / James Fontanella-Khan / Oliver Barnes

Warner Bros Discovery's board has urged their shareholders to regect Paramount's $108 billion hostile bid for the Hollywood Studios.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/35621088-51bd-48af-b11a-b3ee2eecc21e

The Bolton News: "BOXING BOSS ASIF DENIES SEX CHARGES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Eoin McCaul

Asif Vali, ex-manager of boxer Amir Khan, pleaded not guilty at Bolton Crown Court to sexual assault and penetration charges relating to an alleged incident in Bolton in February 2013.

FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25702494.amir-khans-former-manager-accused-sexual-assault

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2025 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

19/11/2025

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 20 November 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.

The Independent: "'WE'RE READY FOR YOU': UK'S STERN THREAT TO PUTIN OVER SPY SHIP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Millie Cooke / Kate Devlin / Caitlin Doherty

The Defence Secretary John Healey has issued a stark warning to Vladimir Putin (President Of Russia) after a Russian Spy Ship operating on the edge of United Kingdom waters directed lasers at Royal Air Force pilots.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/military-attack-mps-warn-china-russia-john-healey-b2867956.html

Glasgow Times: "14K SPENT ON FENCED OFF PITCHES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ava Whyte

A Community Council say they are 'shocked' after it was revealed that thousands of pounds have been spent on maintaining Football Pitches despite them having been closed for years.

FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/25622565.thousands-spent-maintaining-closed-glasgow-sports-pitches

Metro (South Edition): "RUSSIANS HACK FERTILITY CLINIC"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luke Alsford

Private details of thousands of British fertility clients have been stolen by Russian hackers.
Their data was taken from a prestigious Harley Street clinic.

Lancashire Telegraph: "PROGRESS IN SIGHT ON ROAD SHUT BY LANDSLIP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah McGee

An updated schedule of works to repair a key route linking Blackburn and other parts of East Lancashire has been revealed almost a year after a landslide closed it.

Morning Star: "HELP US TO KEEP OUR LIGHTS ON"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ceren Sagir

Campaigners and Trade Union leaders urged the UK Government today to tackle high electricity prices and boost insulation in next week's Budget.
The Energy Crisis Commission brings together representatives from Energy UK, Confederation Of British Industry, Citizens Advice and National Energy Action (NEA).

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/worsening-terrible-norm

Morning Star (Back/Sports Page): "WONDER GOALS SEND SCOTS TO WORLD CUP"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Stunning goals by substitutes Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean in added time gave Scotland a momentous 4-2 win over Denmark to book the Brits their place at the FIFA World Cup finals for the first time since 1998.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/scotland-triumph-over-denmark-reach-first-world-cup-27-years

Tyldesley And Atherton Leigh Journal: "'WE WON'T STOP'"
CORRESPONDENT: Nick Jackson

Residents protesting over the "cruise line" warehouses towering over their Tyldesley homes claim they have new evidence that should call a halt to construction.

FULL REPORT: LeighJournal.co.uk/news/25621166.we-wont-give----giant-warehouse-protesters-head-town-hall

The I Paper: "10% COUNCIL TAX HIKE FOR MILLIONS TO TRANSFER MONEY TO NORTH AND MIDLANDS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Richard Vaughan

Ministers are drawing up plans to allow local authorities in London to raise Council Tax above the 5 per cent cap without a public vote to help cover losses from major funding reforms, The I Paper understands.

FULL REPORT: INews.co.uk/news/politics/council-tax-hikes-millions-transfer-money-north-4049347

Great Southern Herald (Australia): "A WALK TO REMEMBER"
CORRESPONDENT: Claire Sadler

Myles Fleay will be walking alongside his family in Perth, Western Australia for the Walk4BrainCancer in a bid to fund research so he can see his children grow up.
Myles has been battling cancer for six years.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/health/walk4braincancer-perth-family-get-to-walk-alongside-their-dad-after-defying-the-odds--c-20668739

Great Southern Herald [Back/Sport Page] (Australia): "ORIGIN PRIDE"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Cameron Newbold

Katanning-born Shai Bolton has been announced among the first wave of players to feature in February's AFL Origin match.
It begins in 2026.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/great-southern-herald/katannings-shai-bolton-part-of-wa-side-in-origin-return-tambellups-tylah-williams-chasing-afl-draft-dream-c-20713268

The National: "LABOUR PLOTTING TO SLASH ELECTRICITY COSTS FOR AI FIRMS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hamish Morrison

The Labour Party are planning to cut electricity prices for tech companies while energy bills continue to leave families struggling, The National can reveal.
The UK Government has set out plans to slash costs for Artificial Intelligence (AI) data centres –saving companies as much as £80 million per year.

FULL REPORT: TheNational.Scot/news/25635678.labour-plot-slash-electricity-prices-ai-companies

Warrington Guardian: "VITAL APPEAL TO HELP MUM"
CORRESPONDENT: Lois Dean

More than £100,000 has been raised to fund potentially life-saving treatment for a mum diagnosed with incurable cancer.
The staggering amount has been raised for Nicola Finch, an 'incredible woman', in less than three days.

FULL REPORT: WarringtonGuardian.co.uk/news/25633068.100-000-raised-warrington-mum-nicola-finchs-cancer-treatment

Daily Mail: "ZERO"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves

Public confidence in the economy has fallen to rock bottom under The Labour Party.
A shock poll ahead of next week's Budget has found that zero per cent of Britons now believe the economy is in a 'very good state'.

The Oldham Times: "PAIR GUILTY OF KILLING MAN IN 'VILE' ATTACK"
CORRESPONDENT: Kent Lawlor

A man and woman from Oldham been convicted of the manslaughter of a man following a "vile" assault, two years ago.
Jemma Marshall and Jason Wadsworth were both found guilty.

FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/25620305.pair-exploited-killed-vulnerable-man-oldham

Scottish Daily Mail: "NOW DITCH YOUR GAS BOILER OR FACE £15,000 FINE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley

Families who fail to replace their gas boilers could face fines of up to £15,000 if The Scottish National Party wins May's Holyrood General Election.

Melton Times: "CULTURAL HUB PLAN UNVEILED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie

A cultural hub is to be created at Melton Mowbray’s Stockyard to act as a venue for theatre performances and performing arts courses.
The project will be a collaboration between Melton Borough Council and Loughborough College Group.

FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/arts-and-culture/theatre-and-stage/new-theatre-and-performing-arts-hub-to-be-created-in-melton-mowbray-5399626

Daily Express: "PROOF PENSION TRIPLE LOCK MUST STAY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Williamson

Millions more Britons will suffer Pension Poverty if the Triple Lock is scrapped, according to shocking analysis based on government forecasts.

St. Helens Star: "BEAUTIFUL SOUL - TRIBUTES TO BECKY"
CORRESPONDENT: Simon Mulligan

The family of a young woman who was the "most beautiful soul inside and out" have paid a touching tribute to her.
Rebecca 'Becky' Hall died after being knocked down by a car in a collision on Clock Face Road.

FULL REPORT: StHelensStar.co.uk/news/25619681.st-heelns-familys-touching-tribute-becky-hall

The Times: "TRANS GUIDE TO PROTECT WOMEN IN LIMBO"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Geraldine Scott

Transgender people could be banned from single sex spaces based on how they look, according to new equalities guidance seen by The Times.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/trans-guidance-bridget-phillipson-9jjp775bt

Northwich & Winsford Guardian: "FOUR JAILED FOR TOWN DRUG PLOT"
CORRESPONDENT: Rob Goulding

Three men and a woman have been jailed for a combined total of more than 12 years for their roles in a county lines drug gang operating in Northwich.

FULL REPORT: NorthwichGuardian.co.uk/news/25632055.northwich-county-lines-drug-gang-jailed-12-years

The Guardian: "STARMER CALLS ON FARAGE TO ADDRESS RACISM CLAIMS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Harry Boffey / Pippa Crerar / Henry Dyer

Keir Starmer has called on Nigel Farage to urgently address multiple and detailed allegations of racist behaviour during his teenage years, as the Reform UK leader attempted to dismiss the claims as "one person's word against another".

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2025/nov/19/farages-wholesale-denial-of-detailed-racism-claims-is-troubling-says-former-extremism-adviser

Bury Times: "TEENAGER DIES IN CRASH"
CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harrigan

A teenager has died after a crash at a motorway junction following a police pursuit "at speed", officers say.
The 19-year-old is believed to have collided with a vehicle travelling southbound on the M66 as it meets the M60 at Simister Island.

FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/25628527.tragedy-teen-19-dies-m66-m60-junction-crash

Daily Star: "PEATY SLAMS HIS FAMILY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sam Huntley

Adam Peaty has spoken out about the family feud ahead of his wedding to Holly Ramsey, saying it has been "deeply hurtful".

Messenger Newspapers: "249 HOMES PLANNED FOR FORMER MALL SITE"
CORRESPONDENT: Nick Jackson

Plans to build 249 'high quality' homes on the site of the soon-to-be-demolished Stretford Mall have been unveiled.
Development partners Trafford Council and property company Bruntwood will submit the scheme to planners for approval in the New Year.

FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/25631255.249-homes-set-built-stretford-mall-bulldozed

Knutsford Guardian: "BUSINESS DISTRICT COMES STEP CLOSER"
CORRESPONDENT: Belinda Ryan

Cheshire East Council is backing Knutsford’s plans for a Business Improvement District (BID).
A BID is an area where business rate payers have voted in a ballot to pay a levy into a fund for a fixed period, usually five years, for projects to benefit the BID area.

FULL REPORT: KnutsfordGuardian.co.uk/news/25614402.cheshire-east-council-backing-knutsford-bid-proposal

Narrogin Observer (Australia): "RSL REVIVED & HOMELESS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

The revived club is without a home, after the Shire of Narrogin acquired the 1925-built Soldiers Memorial Hall after the sub-branch's collapse.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/revived-narrogin-rsl-sub-branch-competes-to-get-back-1925-soldiers-memorial-hall-to-resume-legacy-c-20656467

Narrogin Observer [Back and Sport Page] (Australia): "HAPPY HOLLY"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Michelle Jenvey

Holly Nottle, an apprentice jockey from Western Australia, won the 2025 Carbine Club of WA Apprentices Cup on Saturday 8 November 2025 at Ascot Racecourse, riding Royal Law to victory in the 2200m handicap race.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/sport/horse-racing

The Bolton News: "BOULDERS IN PARK TO STOP ENCAMPMENTS"
CORRESPONDENT: Zach Harrison

Councillors are calling for boulders to be placed at a popular park to prevent Travellers getting onto it.
A group of Travellers set up camp on Moss Bank Park in August this year.

FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25628422.moss-bank-pboulders-brought-moss-bank-park-bolton

The Daily Telegraph: "'CASH FOR LAND' DEAL TO END WAR IN UKRAINE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Connor Stringer / Joe Barnes / Kieran Kelly

Ukraine could be forced to lease part of its territory to Russia under a United States plan to end the war.
Russia would keep control of Donbas region in exchange for rental fee under US plan.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/11/19/us-russia-secret-28-point-peace-plan-gaza-model

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2025 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

12/11/2025

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 13 November 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.

The Independent: "NEW EMAILS REVEAL TRUMP SPENT HOURS WITH EPSTEIN VICTIM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rhian Lubin

New emails released suggest Donald Trump "knew about the girls" allegedly procured by late Sex Offender Jeffrey Epstein, but The White House accused opponents of leaking material to smear the United States President.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-epstein-email-live-updates-b2863766.html

Northwich & Winsford Guardian: "GIANT TIP'S LINK TO CRIME GANG PROBED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rob Goulding

A huge illegal rubbish dump in Northwich with possible links to serious Organised Crime gangs is being investigated.
The Environment Agency will not release the location of the site.

FULL REPORT: NorthwichGuardian.co.uk/news/25601280.northwich-criminal-dump-site-shut-environment-agency

Morning Star: "OPEN WARFARE IN STARMER'S CAMP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray

Dusk started falling on Sir Keir Starmer's premiership as his government was engulfed by an extraordinary outburst of right-on-right political brawling.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/starmer-crisis-war-breaks-out-labour-right

The Bolton News: "FAMILY'S SHOCK AS CAR PLOUGHS INTO HALLWAY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lisa Valentine

A woman has told of her shock after a car crashed into her house and ended up in the hallway.
Sarah Hargreaves was in her Vernon Street home when the vehicle drove into her house.

Metro (South Edition): "FAITHFUL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Craig Munro / Noora Mykkanen

Wes Streeting has mocked claims he is plotting to oust Keir Starmer as Prime Minister - calling it the worst attack on a faithful since Joe Marler in the Celebrity Traitors final.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/11/12/keir-starmer-will-fight-attempts-replace-allies-say-24683559

The Yorkshire Post: "STREETING DENIES HE WANTS TO OUST PM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn

Wes Streeting has categorically denied orchestrating a plot to oust the Prime Minister, and called for Sir Keir Starmer to sack the people behind the "silly" and "juvenile" rumours about a Labour leadership challenge.

FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/news/politics/wes-streeting-firmly-denies-orchestrating-plot-to-oust-prime-minister-5399083

The Guardian: "'HE KNEW ABOUT THE GIRLS': EPSTEIN MESSAGES PILE PRESSURE ON TRUMP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Richard Luscombe

Damning new emails that suggest Donald Trump knew about the conduct of the late Sex Offender Jeffrey Epstein were released, including one in which Epstein said "of course [Trump] knew about the girls".

Messenger Newspaper: "TRUST APOLOGY AS 'CARE FALLS SHORT'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica Rothwell

A Pathologist died at Wythenshawe Hospital, under the NHS Trust he worked for, after he was given an overdose of the wrong medicine, a coroner has ruled.

FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/25610146.pathologist-died-wythenshawe-hospital-gave-wrong-drug

The Scotsman: "'RIGHT TO FAIR TRIAL' IN RAPE CASES AT RISK"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn McLaughlin

Scotland's courts are being too "restrictive" in how they apply laws designed to protect the victims of rape, according to a ruling from the United Kingdom's most senior judges, which could lead to multiple appeals from those convicted of Sexual Offences.

FULL REPORT: Scotsman.com/news/use-of-rape-shield-laws-may-risk-right-to-fair-trials-supreme-court-warns-5399684

Albany Advertiser (Australia): "PARENTS REACT TO SHOCK CHARGES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Melissa Sheil

Two Great Southern childcare centres were temporarily shut down over safety concerns for staff after a senior employee’s husband was charged with producing child abuse material.

FULL REPORT: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/court-justice/ravensthorpe-and-hopetoun-reed-centres-closed-due-to-safety-concerns-for-staff-following-community-response-c-20648694

The Daily Telegraph: "STREETING GOES TO WAR WITH NO 10"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ben Riley Smith / Daniel Martin / Tony Diver

Wes Streeting has branded Downing Street “toxic” and "juvenile" amid a briefing war over threats to Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/11/12/streeting-goes-to-war-with-number-10-over-toxic-briefings

St. Helens Star: "'TIME TO HONOUR INJURED TROOPS'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica Rothwell

A campaign calling for formal recognition for British Soldiers injured in combat is being led by war veteran Andy Reid and David Baines, MP for St. Helens North.

FULL REPORT: StHelensStar.co.uk/news/25607351.andy-reid-calls-special-war-medals-injured-british-soldiers

Scottish Daily Mail: "OUSTING PM WILL TRIGGER AN ELECTION, STARMER'S ALLIES WARN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves

Allies of Keir Starmer warned Labour Party plotters they could trigger a General Election if they oust him.
As rumours of a leadership challenge swirled at Westminster.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15283649

Melton Times: "WE WILL REMEMBER THEM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie

The people of Melton Mowbray once again did our Armed Forces proud as crowds lined the streets to support the annual Remembrance Sunday parade.

FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/heritage-and-retro/heritage/fantastic-turnout-for-meltons-annual-remembrance-sunday-parade-5395749

Daily Star: "BOLDPLAY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: James Carbooter

Megastarts Coldplay, Dua Lipa, and Radiohead want the Government to cap ticket sale prices and give music back to the fans.

Narrogin Observer (Australia): "LIFE CHANGED IN AN INSTANT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

A farmer from Popanyinning and a burns survivor Tim Haslam was brought to tears during the re-telling of his family's harvest fire.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/fiona-wood-foundation-launches-farming-collective-fundraising-initiative-led-by-burns-survivor-tim-haslam-c-20633090

The Times Scotland: "PM TOLD TO FIRE TOP AIDE AS CIVIL WAR HITS LABOUR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Maguire / Steven Swinford

Cabinet Ministers have demanded the sacking of Sir Keir Starmer's Chief Of Staff as the Labour Party was plunged into civil war after a day of vicious briefing against the Health Secretary.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/starmer-faces-calls-to-sack-chief-of-staff-amid-no-10-briefing-war-6z6kf6jbq

Knutsford Guardian: "STALKER TERRIFIED DOCTOR AND HER FAMILY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Barbara Jordan

An obsessive and volatile man has been handed one of the country's longest jail sentences for stalking after leaving his former GP living in fear.
David Taylor, previously of Tarbolton Crescent, Hale, launched his eight-month stalking campaign in 2024, after he was barred from her practice.

(Story available on sister news outlet Northwich & Winsford Guardian's website)
FULL REPORT: NorthwichGuardian.co.uk/news/25605705.stalker-jailed-leaving-knutsford-gp-living-fear

Daily Mail: "OUSTING PM WILL TRIGGER AN ELECTION, STARMER'S ALLIES WARN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves

Allies of Keir Starmer warned Labour Party plotters they could trigger a General Election if they oust him.
As rumours of a leadership challenge swirled at Westminster.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15283649

Bury Times: "COUNCIL DEFENDS £12K CANNES TRIP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Chris Gee

A council has defended the £12,000 cost of sending a delegate to an international conference on the French Riviera.
Bury Council said representatives from all ten Greater Manchester councils attended the annual three-day MIPIM Real Estate Conference in Cannes.

FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/25609778.bury-council-spent-12k-sending-worker-france-conference

The Times: "PM TOLD TO FIRE TOP AIDE AS CIVIL WAR HITS LABOUR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Maguire / Steven Swinford

Cabinet Ministers have demanded the sacking of Sir Keir Starmer's Chief Of Staff as the Labour Party was plunged into civil war after a day of vicious briefing against the health secretary.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/starmer-faces-calls-to-sack-chief-of-staff-amid-no-10-briefing-war-6z6kf6jbq

Warrington Guardian: "LEISURE CENTRE IS IN HOT WATER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lois Dean

A plagued Leisure Centre is set to be permanently closed as the council faces repair costs of £3 million.
Warrington Borough Council has announced they will be holding a six-week public consultation on the future of Woolston Neighbourhood Hub.

FULL REPORT: WarringtonGuardian.co.uk/news/25613626.woolston-neighbourhood-hub-faces-closure-due-3m-repair-costs

Tyldesley And Atherton Leigh Journal: "TOOL-THEFT GANG JAILED FOR SPREE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nathan Okell

A camera on a police helicopter captured the moment officers carried out a dramatic stop on the M6.
Three men have now been jailed after they pleaded guilty to a series of thefts from motor vehicles across Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

FULL REPORT: LeighJournal.co.uk/news/25602039.three-men-jailed-crime-wave-across-cheshire-manchester

Lancashire Telegraph: "15K CONTRABAND CIGS AND VAPES HIDDEN IN SHOP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Bill Jacobs

Almost 15,000 illicit cigarettes and dozens of illegal vapes were discovered when a Town Centre shop in Blackburn was raided as part of a nationwide crackdown on the criminal exploitation of high street businesses.

FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/25615965.blackburn-shop-raided-uk-wide-high-street-crime-crackdown

Great Southern Herald (Australia): "FARM SAFETY IN SPOTLIGHT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Cameron Newbold

A WorkSafe WA investigation is under way after a farming incident in Gairdner, about 150KM East of Albany, where a man died after becoming trapped under a trailer.

(Story available on sister news outlet Albany Advertiser's website)
FULL REPORT: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/worker-dies-at-farm-in-great-southern-after-becoming-trapped-under-trailer-worksafe-launches-investigation-c-20584278

The Oldham Times: "TOWN REVAMP TO COST EXTRA £7M"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Charlotte Hall

Oldham Council will be spending almost an additional £7 million on its town centre regeneration project, reports have revealed.

FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/25611031.changes-oldham-regeneration-project-will-cost-extra-7m

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 02 OCTOBER 2025 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

1/10/2025

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 01 October 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.

Metro (South Edition): "MONE MONE MONE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Josh Layton

Underwear tycoon Baroness Michelle Mone claims she has been 'scapegoated' after her husband's firm was order to repay the Government £122 million over a CoronaVirus Pandemic gowns deal she lied about.

The Yorkshire Post: "'SEND BUNCH OF FRACKERS PACKING'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn

Ed Miliband has vowed to permanently ban fracking, as campaigners warned that dozens of Yorkshire constituencies could be affected if Reform UK lifted the moratorium.

The Daily Telegraph: "BADENOCH: I'LL RIP UP LAWS ON NET ZERO"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ben Riley Smith

Kemi Badenoch promises to scrap Britain's flagship Climate Change law if The Conservative Party regain power.
The Tory Leader vows to repeal the "failed" Climate Change Act 2008.

Daily Star: "LETTUCE..? ONION HAS A RING TO IT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Isobel Dickinson

Labour Party bigwig Wes Streeting says he'd rather be an onion than a lettuce like ex-PM Liz Truss.
What would Keir Starmer be?
Rhubarb, maybe!

*The West Australian (Australia): "HOME SWEET HOAX"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Stephen Johnson / Kim MacDonald

The Albanese Government's decision to slash home deposits for first time buyers is expected to fuel property price hikes by 5 per cent.

Daily Express: "'LET DOWN BY THOSE WHOSE JOB IT WAS TO PROTECT THEM'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Paul Jeeves

Two Rochdale Grooming Gang victims were "let down by those whose job it was to protect them", a judge said.
Seven men were locked up for a total of 174 years.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/uk/2115926

Lancashire Telegraph: "COUNCIL WINS CASE AGAINST GYPSY CAMP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Bill Jacobs

A Gypsy family has lost their appeal against a council's decision to refuse backdated planning permission for a controversial caravan encampment near a Darwen park.

FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/25508100.controversial-darwen-gypsy-camp-planning-appeal-dismissed

Glasgow Times: "GARAGE OWNER CAUGHT DEALING FIREARMS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

A garage owner was caught dealing in drugs and deadly firearms - after claiming he was trying to stay "off the radar" from Police Scotland.
Kristopher Kinnaird was involved in the trafficking of at least £660,000 of cocaine and cannabis as well as being a "middleman" in sourcing weapons including a submachine gun.

FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/25510692.glasgow-garage-owner-involved-drugs-guns-snared-encrochat

The Guardian: "PPE FIRM WITH LINK TO MONE ORDERED TO REPAY £122M"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Conn

The Government has won their legal claim against a company linked to the Conservative Party peer Michelle Mone for the return of millions of pounds paid for Personal Protective Equipment during the CoronaVirus Pandemic.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/world/2025/oct/01/uk-government-wins-122m-pandemic-case-against-michelle-mone-linked-firm-over-faulty-ppe

St. Helens Star: "12 ARRESTED IN DRUG SWOOPS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Kilmurray

A major two-day operation targeting suspected County Lines drugs activity in St. Helens has led to 12 arrests, the seizure of weapons and the protection of vulnerable people.

FULL REPORT: StHelensStar.co.uk/news/25498742.12-arrests-county-lines-operation-st-helens-smashed

The Times: "AUTOMATIC RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES TO BE SCRAPPED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Matt Dathan

Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to end a "golden ticket” for Asylum Seekers by requiring refugees to earn their right to bring family to Britain and scrapping automatic settlement.

Narrogin Observer (Australia): "DAY CARE TO FILL THE GAP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

A new Early Learning Centre has been endorsed by Wheatbelt Council to address the region's dearth of early childhood education.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/zaydon-groups-barra-early-learning-centre-to-answer-narrogins-lack-of-child-after-school-care--c-20150357

Morning Star: "MINISTER 'MET ELBIT INSURER BEFORE PA BAN'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Matt Kerr

Ministers faced fresh allegations of corruption over banning Palestine Action as more than 1,500 people prepare to defy the proscription.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/ministers-accused-putting-profit-halting-genocide

The Messenger: "RESTAURANT FINED FOR USING ILLEGAL WORKERS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kent Lawlor

Cibo on Victoria Road, a popular restaurant in Hale, has been ordered to pay tens of thousands of pounds after men were found to be working illegally in the kitchen.

FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/25505637.italian-restaurant-hale-fined-hiring-illegal-workers

Daily Record: "SHE'S NO LADY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Chris McCall

Disgraced Michelle Mone should be kicked out of the House Of Lords after a firm linked to her was ordered to pay back £122 million over dodgy PPE, relatives of those who died from CoronaVirus have demanded.

FULL REPORT: DailyRecord.co.uk/news/politics/michelle-mone-must-removed-house-35996526

Albany Advertiser (Australia): "MAN FINED OVER BLAZE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Melissa Sheil

Elderly man has been handed a fine for accidentally sparking a bushfire that razed 200HA of Walpole-Nornalup.

FULL REPORT : AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/elderly-man-handed-a-fine-for-accidentally-sparking-january-bushfire-that-razed-200ha-of-walpole-nornalup-bush-c-20174851

Warrington Guardian: "GUN GANGSTERS IN £200K SALE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ella Wilcox

A 'dangerous gangland boss' and his ‘right-hand man' were sentenced to a total of 38 years imprisonment for supplying deadly 'military grade weapons' and conspiring to organise an Acid Attack.

FULL REPORT: WarringtonGuardian.co.uk/news/25498965.duo-jailed-38-years-supply-military-grade-weapons

The Times Scotland: "AUTOMATIC RIGHTS FOR REFUGEES TO BE SCRAPPED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Matt Dathan

Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to end a "golden ticket” for Asylum Seekers by requiring refugees to earn their right to bring family to Britain and scrapping automatic settlement.

Great Southern Herald (Australia): "CRASH TAKES GIRL'S LIFE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

A young girl died in a horror crash at an intersection in Woodhamling in Great Southern Australia.
Police confirmed a 12-year-old girl died at the crash scene, north of Katanning, involving two cars.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/great-southern-herald/woodanilling-fatal-crash-a-12-year-old-girl-dies-in-horror-two-car-collision-four-others-seriously-injured-c-20148298

Bury Times: "'JUST LIKE STALINGRAD'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Topping

The demolition work to bring down a Radcliffe mill partly destroyed by a fire has been described as "like a scene from Stalingrad" as parts of the structure are pulled down.

FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/25505961.demolition-pioneer-mill-building-radcliffe-begins

The Independent: "PM'S MAJOR U-TURN ON HUMAN RIGHTS TO STOP 'FARAGE BOATS'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox / Millie Cooke / Kate Devlin

Sir Keir Starmer has announced a dramatic U-turn over international human rights laws that have been criticised for making it harder to deport asylum seekers.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/starmer-labour-conference-echr-immigration-b2837053.html

Knutsford Guardian: "'DINO EVENT IS NOT TAKING PLACE HERE'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Barbara Jordan

Tatton Park has issued a warning over a 'Lost Kingdom' event, stressing that it is not taking place on the historic estate.

FULL REPORT: KnutsfordGuardian.co.uk/news/25492770.tatton-park-issues-warning-lost-kingdom-event

Daily Mirror: "STRIP HER OF THE TITLE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Simon Murphy

Baroness Michelle Mone faced called to be axed as a peer after a firm she is linked to was ordered to pay back £122 million of CoronaVirus Pandemic cash.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-michelle-mone-linked-covid-35994566

Tyldesley And Atherton Leigh Journal: "ROAR THEM ON TO GRAND FINAL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Trevor Baxter

Champions Wigan again stand between Leigh and a maiden BetFred Super League Grand Final appearance after Leopards passed their first play-off test with flying colours beating Wakefield Trinity 26-10.

FULL REPORT: LeighJournal.co.uk/news/25499365.leigh-leopards-beat-wakefield-trinity-reach-semi-final

Scottish Daily Mail: "BARONESS BRA TOLD: HAND BACK OUR £122M... AND PEERAGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Neil Sears

Shamed peer Baroness Michelle Mone was under pressure to pay back £122 million the taxpayer wasted on useless Personal Protective Equipment during the CoronaVirus Pandemic.

FULL REPORT: http://DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15153703

Northwich & Winsford Guardian: "STEAM SHIP LOSES CASH IN 'LOCK-OUT'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rob Goulding

Vintage steam ship The Daniel Adamson is facing a 'significant financial loss' after being forced to cancel cruises and a gig at the Labour Party conference due to a lock failure on The River Weaver.

FULL REPORT: NorthwichGuardian.co.uk/news/25502449.danny-faces-significant-financial-loss-amid-lock-failure

The Oldham Times: "POLICE MAKE 160 ARRESTS IN SWEEP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sofia Fedeczko

It has been six months since Greater Manchester Police launched Operation Vulcan in Derker.
In that time, around 160 arrests have been made, 144 vehicles have been seized, which include 25 off-road and e-bikes.

FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/25497755.gmps-operation-vulcan-marks-6-months-work-derker

The Bolton News: "WALL COLLAPSE SHOCK"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Zach Harrison

A main road in Bolton was closed when the wall of a former cycle shop came down.
The incident happened on St. Helens Road in Daubhill.

FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25509308.recap-st-helens-road-bolton-closed-wall-collapses

Daily Mail: "BARONESS BRA TOLD: AND BACK OUR £122M... AND PEERAGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Neil Sears

Shamed peer Baroness Michelle Mone was under pressure to pay back £122 million the taxpayer wasted on useless Personal Protective Equipment during the CoronaVirus Pandemic.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15153703

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 25 SEPTEMBER 2025 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

24/9/2025

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 25 September 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.

City AM: "CITY CHIEFS SOUND THE ALARM ON TAX"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Simon Hunt

The chiefs of two of Britain's biggest businesses sounded the alarm over rising costs, regulation, and economic uncertainty amid mounting concern that Chancellor Rachel Reeves will inflict further damage to United Kingdom's competitiveness at the forthcoming Budget.

FULL REPORT: CityAM.com/were-already-at-peak-government-inflicted-costs-bt-chief-warns-chancellor

Great Southern Herald (Australia): "FIRE CHAOS CHARGES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Melissa Sheil

The identity of a Great Southern man accused of driving a stolen car through fuel bowsers and sparking a fire at a Kojonup Petrol Station, has been revealed in his first court appearance.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/ryansbrook-man-accused-of-fuel-station-fireball-in-kojonup-after-hitting-bowers-in-stolen-ute-appears-in-court-c-20062324

Great Southern Herald [SPORT & BACK PAGE] (Australia): "HAIDEN GOES OUT ON A HIGH"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Mitchell Woodcock

South Fremantle champion Haiden Schloithe is bowing out on top after revealing his retirement with immediate effect following a Grand Final triumph.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/sport/wafl/wafl-2025-south-fremantles-haiden-schloithe-announces-retirement-after-grand-final-triumph-c-20096289

Morning Star: "'RACIST, SEXIST, XENOPHOBIC'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray

London Mayor Sadiq Khan slammed Donald Trump as "racist, sexist, misogynistic and Islamophobic" after the United States President's extraordinary claim that London was under Sharia Law.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/khan-slams-racist-sexist-misogynistic-and-islamophobic-trump

Andytown News (Ireland): "UNDER ATTACK AT SEA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Conor McParland

Fra Hughes, an Ardoyne man who is part of the flotilla trying to break the humanitarian blockade of Gaza by sea, says he is determined to reach the besieged strip of land despite Israeli drone attack.

Folkestone & Hythe Express: "ALL CHANGE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sam Williams

Bus Station shuts to pave way for new park project but changes to layout branded 'confusing and ludicrous'.
A Bus Station in the Town Centre – which will be transformed into a new Public Park – will close this weekend ahead of renovation works.
Folkestone bus station in Bouverie Square is due to be returned to its former use as a community space, with new seating, lawns, walkways, a children's play area and trees part of the plans.

FULL REPORT: KentONLINE.co.uk/folkestone/news/bus-station-which-will-become-new-park-to-close-this-weekend-330008

Daily Express: "'THE COUNTRY IS SICK OF ACTIVIST JUDGES'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Knowles

Britain's ability to deport dangerous criminals and failed Asylum Seekers risks being undermined by a wave of new pro-immigration judges, Robert Jenrick has warned.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2112997

Daily Express (SPORT/BACK PAGE): "ROSES TRUMP CARD"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Neil McLeman

Chelsea FC fan Justin Rose has invited Donald Trump to join the Ryder Cup victory presentation if Europe retain the trophy on Sunday – just as the President did for The Blues' FIFA Club World Cup win.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/sport/golf/2112987

Albany Advertiser (Australia): "RECORD FOR THE TAKING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Middleton

Ultra Runner Aaron Young is aiming for better the fastest known time, set by Erika Lori, for running the 1,000KM of the Bibbulmun Track while raising funds for This Is A Conversation Starter, a Mental Health charity.

FULL STORY: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/ultra-distance-runner-aaron-young-aims-to-run-the-bibbulmun-track-in-fastest-time-and-raise-funds-for-tiacs-c-20062795

The Yorkshire Post: "PM IN DRIVE TO REVIVE HIGH STREETS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruby Kitchen / Ralph Blackbur

Communities are to be promised new powers today to protect their pubs and seize control of struggling High Streets.
The Prime Minister is set to pledge "record investment" for deprived areas as he announces The Labou Party's Pride In Place.

The Nationalist (Ireland): "TEENAGER DONATES BONE MARROW TO SICK SISTER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Aoife Sheehan

A young teen from Mullinahone, Tipperary has recently received an award for his selflessness from a charity in Ireland.
Dylan Quirke (who was born with congenital heart defects) is only 14-years-old and was nominated for the award after donating a litre of his bone marrow to his little sister Sophie.

FULL REPORT: TipperaryLive.ie/news/your-community/1902211/tipperary-teenager-receives-award-for-selflessness-after-donating-bone-marrow-to-his-sister.html

Reading Today: "BIKE HUB LAUNCHED IN TOWN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Reading Bike Hub officially opened its doors on 7 September, offering not only cycling services but also a new sense of community and warmth in the heart of Reading.
Reading Bike Hub is located next to the George Hotel and The Oracle Shopping Centre.

FULL REPORT: RDG.Today/reading-bike-hub-launched-a-web-that-connects-the-town

The West Australian (Australia): "I <3 DONALD"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Gordon

The Prime Minister has finally had his first face-to-face meeting with Donald Trump in New York with a further official White House visit between Anthony Albanese and the United States President locked in for next month.

FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/politics/federal-politics/prime-minister-anthony-albanese-scores-presidential-selfie-with-donald-trump-locks-in-white-house-meeting-c-20131951

The West Australian [SPORT/BACK PAGE] (Australia): "NOW STAT'S THE WAY TO FIX IT"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Roger Vaughan

Brownlow Medal voting has been a hot topic again in the wake of Monday night's count, with the AFL open to umpires having access to statistics.
Greg Swann is open to umpires having access to statistics.

FULL STORY: TheWest.com.au/sport/afl/afl-football-boss-open-to-stats-for-brownlow-voting-c-20127326

Glasgow Times: "'HANDS OFF OUR NURSERY'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ann Fotheringham

Council officials will meet parents to discuss the sudden closure of a Glasgow nursery after a row broke out over its future.
Glasgow Times reported that families at Penilee Nursery on the Southside of the city were told last week the building was no longer "fit for purpose" and children would be moved into Hillington Primary in around three weeks' time.

FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25492218.council-u-turn-glasgow-nursery-closure-consultation-row

The I Paper: "SUDDEN HOPE: BREAKTHROUGH GENE THERAPY CAN TREAT HUNTINGTON'S FOR FIRST TIME"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Families given hope for a brighter future as scientists discover treatment that can slow march of devastating disease.
Global clinical trial of one-off treatment slows progression of symtomns by 75%.

Tipperary Star (Ireland): "BLIND GOLFER PUTTING THURLES ON THE MAP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Grace

It’s been a hectic but rewarding season on the greens for Thurles native and avid golfer Darragh Stakelum, whose recent British Open win was quickly followed by a trip to Ontario, Canada, to play back-to-back tournaments.

FULL REPORT: TipperaryLive.IE/news/thurles/1901501/long-read-thurles-golfer-darragh-stakelum-follows-british-open-title-with-canada-jaunt.html

Scottish Daily Mail: "STARMER'S TOP AIDE WAS TOLD BY ELECTORAL WATCHDOG THAT DONATIONS HAD TO BE DECLARED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves / Dan Hodges

A top Labour Party lawyer advised Keir Starmer's Chief Of Staff to describe £740,000 in 'hidden' donations as an 'admin error', a leaked email reveals.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15126587

Narrogin Observer (Australia): "POPPY TAKES TITLE AGAIN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Melissa Sheil

Poppy Blohm from AFGRI Equipment was named parts technician of the year for 2025 at the awards gala in Brisbane on 18 September.
Also named winner of the Parts Apprentice Of The Year award in 2023, it was Ms. Blohm's strong work ethic and exceptional Customer Service skills that secured her a second title.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/afgri-equipment-narrogins-poppy-blohm-named-parts-technician-of-the-year-in-john-deere-awards-c-20107960

Narrogin Observer [SPORT/BACK PAGE] (Australia): "WARRIORS WIN"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

Sweet three-peat.
Warriors secured a women's A-grade premiership three-peat after they trumped All Blacks with a last-gasp goal on Saturday in the Upper Great Southern Hockey Association Grand Finals.
Amy Oats proved the hero for The Warriors, netting both of their goals.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/ugsha-2025-warriors-trump-all-blacks-with-final-minute-winning-goal-c-20105590

The Independent: "BURNHAM LAUNCHES BLISTERING ATTACK ON 'DIVISIVE' STARMER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox / Millie Cooke

Andy Burnham has issued his biggest challenge yet to Sir Keir Starmer, warning the Prime Minister he risks handing Nigel Farage the keys to 10 Downing Street without a change of course.
The Greater Manchester Mayor appropaches The Labour Party conference this weekend.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/starmer-andy-burnham-labour-leader-b2832869.html

State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "ELECTIONS FOR 4 J&K RAJYA SABHA SEATS ON OCTOBER 24: EC"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Biennial elections to fill four Rajya Sabha seats from Jammu and Kashmir, which have been lying vacant since 2021, will be held on 24 October 2025, the Election Commission said on Wednesday.
Separately, Rajya Sabha bypoll to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of AAP member from Punjab Sanjeev Arora will also be held on 24 October 2025.

FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/elections-for-4-jk-rajya-sabha-seats-on-october-24-ec

Metro (South Edition): "KHAN: TRUMP MUST HAVE A CRUSH ON ME"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Noora Mykkanen

Sadiq Khan has spoken out about Donald Trump after the pair clashed over the US President’s 'bigoted comments' at the United Nations General Assembly.
During his speech at the UN headquarters in New York City, Donald Trump falsely claimed that Sir Sadiq wants to institute Sharia law in London.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/24/london-mayor-sadiq-khan-says-donald-trump-has-a-crush-me-24248642

The Guardian (Australia Edition): "CHILDCARE EXECUTIVES PAID SIX-FIGURE BONUSES DESPITE OUTRAGE OVER ALLEGED ABUSE AND SAFETY FAILURES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Henry Belot

Bosses at Australia's largest for-profit childcare providers received pay rises and bonuses worth up to $500,000 last year, despite multiple safety breaches and the employment of a man subsequently charged with multiple child sexual offences.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/australia-news/2025/sep/24/childcare-executives-paid-six-figure-bonuses-despite-outrage-over-alleged-abuse-safety-failures

Daily Star: "ROO: I'D BE DEAD WITHOUT COLEEN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Isobel Dickinson / Jeremy Cross

Wayne Rooney admits he'd be "dead" without Coleen.
He said that at his worst he’d drink for "two days straight" before turning up for training.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/sport/football/wayne-rooney-booze-bombshell-man-35959536

Daily Star (SPORT/BACK PAGE): "ROSE AND CLOWN"
LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Neil McLeman

Chelsea Football Club fan Justin Rose has invited Donald Trump to join the Ryder Cup victory presentation if Europe retain the trophy on Sunday.
The President Of The United States remained on the stage after The Blues were handed the FIFA Club World Cup at the MetLife Stadium in July.

The Daily Telegraph: "BURNHAM: MPS WANT ME TO OUST STARMER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver

Andy Burnham has said that MPs are privately urging him to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the leadership of The Labour Party.
Giving the clearest hint yet that he's considering a return to Westminster, the Greater Manchester Mayor has declined to rule out challenging the Prime Minister of United Kingdom.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/09/24/andy-burnham-mps-want-me-to-challenge-starmer/

Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "UN DEMANDS PROBE, ITALY DEPOLYS FRIGATE AFTER ATTACK ON GAZA FLOTILLA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Agence France-Presse

The United Nations called for an investigation into alleged drone "attacks" against a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, saying anyone responsible for the "violations" should be held accountable.

FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2616557

Daily Mirror: "STRICTLY STAR THOMAS & THE UNPAID £50K COVID LOAN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Bryant

BBC Strictly Come Dancing contestant Thomas Skinner boasted about turning over millions of pounds in the pandemic yet has not paid back a £50,000 COVID-19 loan which he took out from the Government.
One of BBC Strictly Come Dancing contestant Thomas Skinner's firms has not paid back a £50,000 COVID-19 bounce back loan - despite the star boasting about turning over "millions" during the pandemic.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/strictly-tom-skinners-firm-failed-35958344

The Guardian: "PM GAMBLES ON NEW 'LEVELLING UP' FUNDING TO TACKLE RISE OF REFORM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kiran Stacey

Deprived areas of the United Kingdom will be given tens of millions of pounds each from a new fund that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hopes will help Labour tackle the threat posed by Reform UK.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2025/sep/24/starmer-gambles-on-levelling-up-style-initiative-to-tackle-reform-threat

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2025 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

17/9/2025

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 18 September 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.

Metro (South Edition): "TRUMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Gergana Krasteva / Sarah Hooper

King Charles rolled out the Red Carpet for Donald Trump at Windsor Castle in London with a dazzling show of pageantry, pomp and circumstance - but well away from public view as anger grew at the United States President's second State Visit with First Lady Melania Trump.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/17/four-arrested-epstein-trump-photos-projected-onto-windsor-castle-24181039

Great Southern Herald (Australia): "PETROL STATION BLAZE HEROICS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

A Kojonup man has been deemed a hero after extinguishing a Petrol Station fire sparked by an allegedly stolen utility vehicle crashing through fuel bowsers at high speeds.
Wearing only footy shorts and sandals, Jesse Johnston-Diack charged into Hi-Way Sales & Service Fuel Station on Albany Highway which had erupted into flames.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/great-southern-herald/kojonup-hero-extinguishes-fuel-filled-fire-after-alleged-stolen-ute-high-speed-crash-into-local-petrol-station-c-19870457

Fife Free Press: "YOU GOT YOUR CASH, NOW MAKE YOUR CASE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Allan Crow

Kirkcaldy has moved one more step closer to multi-million pound funding to transform its Town Centre with confirmation from the Prime Minister that the money is coming.
Sir Keir Starmer made the pledge in the House Of Commons on Wednesday - less than three months after Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, confirmed Kirkcaldy was one of only three UK towns to be given priority.

FULL REPORT: FifeToday.co.uk/news/people/prime-minister-keir-starmers-pledge-on-multi-million-ps-funding-for-kirkcaldy-town-centre-5312222

Morning Star: "'P*** OFF YOU NASTY LUMP'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray

Thousands marched in London to tell Donald Trump he was not welcome in Britain as the United States President was feted by royalty 25 miles away in Windsor at Windsor Castle.
Protests greeted the global leader of the far-right offensive, with four people arrested for projecting an image of Mr Trump with late paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein onto Windsor Castle and a van displaying the same image was later stopped by police.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/not-our-name-not-our-watch

East Kent Mercury: "SHOCK AFTER WEDDING VENUE SHUTS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Max Chesson

Couples set to be married at a popular Kent wedding venue have been left devastated after the business behind it collapsed into administration.
The Blazing Donkey Country Hotel, near Sandwich – which once snubbed a million-pound deal to house Asylum Seekers – has been forced to close its doors after more than 36 years under the ownership of Richard and Sherry Martin.

FULL REPORT: KentONLINE.co.uk/sandwich/news/our-12k-wedding-is-gone-shock-as-popular-kent-venue-ente-329676

The National: "IS SHARING THIS IMAGE A CRIME?"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Fiona Brown

An advertising van displaying an image of Jeffrey Epstein and United States President Donald Trump together has been confiscated by Metropolitan Police, according to campaigners.
The group Everyone Hates Elon had been displaying the van in Windsor on the morning of Wednesday 17 September 2025 as the American Commander In Chief is in the United Kingdom on a State Visit at the capital's Windsor Castle visiting King Charles and Queen Camilla, accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump.

FULL REPORT: TheNational.SCOT/news/25474015.journalists-detained-ad-van-trump-epstein-picture-seized

State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "WORLD SAW PAK TERRORIST CRYING, RECOUNTING PLIGHT: MODI"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Raj Daluja

Prime Minister Narendra Modi - on Wednesday - said Indian soldiers brought Pakistan to its knees "in the blink of an eye" during Operation Sindoor and the world saw a terrorist crying, comments coming after terror outfit JEM's commander admitted losses suffered by the family of its chief.

FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/world-saw-pak-terrorist-crying-recounting-plight-modi

The Independent: "BRITAIN WHEELS OUT THE WINDSORS TO PLAY ITS ROYAL TRUMP CARD"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jane Dalton

United Kingdom rolled out the finest pageantry for Donald Trump and Melania Trump as King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed the United States President, and the First Lady, for his historic – and controversial – second State Visit.
The Prince and Princess Of Wales also formed part of the royal charm offensive at Windsor Castle.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/trump-windsor-king-queen-state-visit-b2828340.html

Glasgow Times: "BODY OF MISSING GERS FAN FOUND AT LOCH"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ben Waddell

A major investigation has begun after human remains belonging to a missing Glasgow man were found in Loch Lomond.
Graham Wright vanished last month.
Graham Wright was reported missing to Police Scotland on Monday 25 August 2025, after last being seen at approximately 12:00 on Wednesday 20 August 2025 around the Cumberland Street vicinity in the city's Gorbals area.

FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/25474949.major-probe-glasgow-mans-remains-found-loch-lomond

Daily Star: "HAIR TO THE THRONE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kate Nelson / Claudia Trotman

Keep yer wig on, Orange Manbaby.
It's a bit blowy.
King Charles gave Manbaby Donald Trump a big welcome at Windsor Castle for his hair-storic second State Visit.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/latest-news/breaking-trump-lands-uk-ahead-35913778

The Guardian (Australia Edition): "ALMOST 30 STAFF AT ANU HUMANITIES SCHOOL STOP WORK AFTER HEALTH AND SAFETY REPORT WARNS OF SERIOUS HARM"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Caitlin Cassidy

Almost 30 staff at the Australian National University's humanities school have stopped work after an internal report warned of psychological hazards in their workplace related to the institution's restructure.
Workers affected by university restructure advised to ‘remove themselves from the hazardous work environment’ if they believe they are at psychosocial risk.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/australia-news/2025/sep/17/almost-30-staff-at-anu-humanities-school-stop-work-after-health-and-safety-report-warns-of-serious-harm

Financial Times: "FED CUTS BY QUARTER POINT AND SIGNALS FURTHER REDUCTIONS THIS YEAR"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Jones / Kate Duguid

The Federal Reserve cut Interest Rates by a quarter point for the first time this year.
Fears over Jobs Market.
US Central Bank has signalled further reductions on the back of Labour Party market weakness.
Miran backs bigger move.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/f1d4522b-331e-45d5-b676-24dc5b8e3c92

The Nationalist (Ireland): "SHOCK OVER VIOLENT DEATH OF PENSIONER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

There is a sense of profound shock being felt in Tipperary Town following the death of a pensioner who was assaulted last Friday and has since passed away.
Moving tributes have been paid to Teddy Murnane of St Michael's Avenue, Tipperary Town, a man in his eighties, who passed away at Limerick University Hospital.

FULL REPORT: TipperaryLive.IE/news/tipperary-town/1895035/tipperary-town-pensioner-who-died-after-being-assaulted-was-described-as-a-lovely-neighbour.html

The Yorkshire Post: "STEEL DEAL BLOW FOR STARMER AHEAD OF TALKS WITH TRUMP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn

One of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's key objectives for United States President Donald Trump's State Visit looks to have already failed, with reports that the United Kingdom will not be able to secure tariff-free access for its Steel Industry.

FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/news/politics/union-urges-clarity-on-us-steel-tariffs-with-trump-visit-5318911

The West Australian (Australia): "PM'S CHINA SYNDROME"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Greene

Anthony Albanese's defence treaty meltdown after Beijing envoy's PNG charm mission.
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister has assured Beijing his country place "great importance" on relations with China.

Daily Express: "'MY RESPECT FOR YOU AND BRITAIN'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Emily Ferguson / Rebecca Russell / Hanisha Sethi / Sophia Papamavroudi

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were welcomed to the United Kingdom by an impressive display of pomp and pageantry and glittering state banquet at Windsor Castle in London.
President Donald Trump praised Catherine, Princess Of Wales for looking so "so radiant and so healthy" during a speech inside the royal castle.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/royal/2109138

Folkestone & Hythe Express: "BIG BACKLASH OVER MUM'S TIKTOK VIDEO"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Brad Harper

A Kent mum at the centre of an online storm says she "absolutely" regrets posting a controversial TikTok video about the murder of United States activist Charlie Kirk – but insists her words have been "totally misconstrued".
Charlotte Hayes has been bombarded with vile threats and even had her business kicked out of the county's largest Indoor Market after she uploaded a clip in the wake of the 31-year-old's death, signing it off with: "Fucking kill them all. Kill them all".

FULL REPORT: KentONLINE.co.uk/folkestone/news/kent-mum-targeted-after-kill-them-all-video-on-charlie-kir-329898

Melton Times: "'GIRL POWER' IN BOWLEY COURT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie

Something special is happening in a Melton Mowbray shopping precinct – all the businesses are run by women and they have created their own little community.
The final unit was occupied at the start of this month on Bowley Court, which is a bit of a 'hidden gem' accessed via Sherrard Street or Windsor Street in the Town Centre.

FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/lifestyle/shopping/the-friendly-female-shopkeepers-who-have-created-their-own-community-in-melton-5312149

Albany Advertiser (Australia): "20 YEARS OF DAD'S ABUSE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mellisa Sheil

A man from Denmark, a father of three who lived in Western Australia, has been jailed for long-term Domestic Violence against his ex-wife and Violent Assault on his teenage son.

FULL REPORT: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/denmark-father-of-three-jailed-for-long-term-domestic-violence-against-ex-wife-violent-assault-of-teen-son-c-19940321

Kentish Express: "SHOPPERS HIT OUT AT OUTLET PARKING FEES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harbert

Parking charges at one of Kent's most popular shopping destinations have been branded "insulting" after rising for the third time in as many years.
Ashford Designer Outlet, owned by McArthurGlen, has increased its minimum parking fee to £3 for four hours - up from £2.50 last year and £2 the year before.

FULL REPORT: KentONLINE.co.uk/kent/news/it-s-insulting-shoppers-hit-out-at-new-outlet-parking-fee-329737

Tipperary Star (Ireland): "NEIGHBOURS FROM HELL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Rubbish piled up in gardens, parties, assaults and drug dealing at social houses.
More council tenants are seeking transfers over Anti Social Behaviour issues.

Narrogin Observer (Australia): "CRACKER OF A TURNOUT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Geogia Campion

Crowds soaked up the sunny weather as the flocked in droves from around Western Australia for the 2025 Newdegate Machinery Field Days.
Over 300 exhibitors were featured at the Field Days and included a range of displays of seeders, artisanal food products, harvesters, solar panels, clothing and accessories, highland cows, sheep, Kelpie puppies, and food vans.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/countryman/field-days/in-pictures-people-flock-in-droves-to-2025-newdegate-machinery-field-days-c-19950213

Scottish Daily Mail: "NOT PROVEN VERDICT IS CONSIGNED TO HISTORY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley

Scotland's centuries-old Not Proven verdict is to be abolished following an historic vote by MSPs.
In one of the most radical overhauls of the Criminal Justice System since devolution, new legislation will mean the accused will only be found either guilty or not guilty in court.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15108503

Daily Mirror: "BACK ON THE STREETS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Fricker

Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner celebrated his freedom by tucking into a McDonald's cheeseburger.
Wearing a burgundy striped shirt and with his hair dishevelled by the wind, he went unnoticed by other diners.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/madeleine-mccann-suspect-scoffs-mcdonalds-35921245

The Daily Telegraph: "'ONE IN, ONE OUT' DEAL BLOCKED BY HOME OFFICE-BACKED CHARITY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Charles Hymas / Albert Tait / Danny Shaw

Keir Starmer's deal dealt major blow by temporary last-minute injunction.
Keir Starmer's One In, One Out migrant deal was dealt a major blow after High Court blocked the deportation of an Asylum Seeker to France.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/09/16/migrant-deportations-blocked-in-blow-to-starmers-deal

That's all the papers.
News In Brief follows.

NEWS IN BRIEF: Thursday 18 September 2025

Royal Welcome For Trump

King Charles hosted US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania at Windsor Castle with elaborate pageantry, amid growing public anger over the controversial State Visit (Metro (South Edition)).
Petrol Station Hero

A man from Kojonup heroically extinguished a fire at a Petrol Station caused by a stolen vehicle crashing into fuel bowsers, dressed only in shorts and sandals (Great Southern Herald).
Funding Boost For Kirkcaldy

Kirkcaldy has advanced towards multi-million-pound funding for Town Centre regeneration, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer confirming the allocation in the House Of Commons (Fife Free Press).
Protests Against Trump

Thousands protested in London against US President Donald Trump's State Visit, with arrests made over projections and displays linking him to Jeffrey Epstein, while he was hosted by royalty at Windsor Castle (Morning Star).
Wedding Venue Closure

Couples are devastated after The Blazing Donkey Country Hotel near Sandwich entered administration and closed, ending 36 years under its owners who once rejected housing Asylum Seekers (East Kent Mercury).
Police Seize Protest Van

Campaigners report that Metropolitan Police confiscated an advertising van displaying an image of Jeffrey Epstein and US President Donald Trump during his State Visit to Windsor Castle (The National).
Modi Touts Military Success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Indian forces' swift action in Operation Sindoor, noting a Pakistani terrorist's admission of losses and public display of distress (State Times).
Royal Charm Offensive

The UK showcased royal pageantry as King Charles, Queen Camilla, and the Prince and Princess Of Wales welcomed US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania for his second State Visit at Windsor Castle (The Independent).
Missing Man Found Dead

Human remains found in Loch Lomond have been identified as those of missing Glasgow man Graham Wright, prompting a major police investigation into his disappearance last month (Glasgow Times).
Hairy State Visit

King Charles welcomed US President Donald Trump to Windsor Castle for his second State Visit, with humorous references to windy conditions affecting hairstyles (Daily Star).
University Staff Stop Work

Nearly 30 staff at the Australian National University's humanities school have stopped work due to psychological hazards identified in a report linked to the institution's restructure (The Guardian [Australia Edition]).
US Interest Rate Cut

The US Federal Reserve reduced interest rates by a quarter point, signalling further cuts amid concerns over the jobs market and labour weaknesses (Financial Times).
Pensioner's Tragic Death

Shock grips Tipperary Town after pensioner Teddy Murnane died from injuries sustained in an assault, with tributes paid to the elderly resident (The Nationalist).
Steel Tariff Setback

Reports indicate the UK failed to secure tariff-free steel access ahead of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's talks with US President Donald Trump during his State Visit (The Yorkshire Post).
Australia-China Tensions

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces criticism over defence treaty issues following Papua New Guinea's assurances to China on bilateral relations (The West Australian).
Trump Praises Princess

US President Donald Trump praised the Princess Of Wales' appearance during a lavish state banquet at Windsor Castle, expressing respect for Britain amid pomp and pageantry (Daily Express).
TikTok Video Backlash

A Kent mother regrets posting a controversial TikTok video about the murder of US activist Charlie Kirk, leading to threats, business eviction, and claims her words were misconstrued (Folkestone & Hythe Express).
Women-Run Business Hub

All businesses in Melton Mowbray's Bowley Court Shopping Precinct are now run by women, fostering a supportive community in the Town Centre (Melton Times).
Domestic Violence Conviction

A father of three from Denmark has been jailed in Western Australia for prolonged Domestic Violence against his ex-wife and assault on his teenage son (Albany Advertiser).
Outlet Parking Fee Hike

Shoppers criticise escalating parking fees at Ashford Designer Outlet, now £3 for four hours, marking the third increase in as many years (Kentish Express).
Anti Social Behaviour Issues

Tipperary council tenants are increasingly seeking transfers due to Anti Social Behaviour in Social Housing, including rubbish accumulation, parties, assaults, and drug dealing (Tipperary Star).
Field Days Draw Crowds

Thousands attended the 2025 Newdegate Machinery Field Days in Western Australia, featuring over 300 exhibitors with displays ranging from agricultural machinery to artisanal products and animals (Narrogin Observer).
Not Proven Verdict Scrapped

Scotland's Not Proven verdict has been abolished by MSPs in a major criminal justice reform, leaving only Guilty or Not Guilty options in court (Scottish Daily Mail).
McCann Suspect Spotted

Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner, recently freed, was spotted enjoying a McDonald's meal unnoticed by others (Daily Mirror).
Migrant Deal Blocked

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's migrant deal suffered a setback as the High Court blocked an Asylum Seeker's deportation to France due to a last-minute injunction (The Daily Telegraph).

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INFORMING BRITAIN PRESS PREVIEW: THURSDAY 11 SEPTEMBER 2025 | TOMORROW'S PAPERS TODAY AT INFORMING BRITAIN

10/9/2025

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 10 September 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.

Here are tonight's Page 1 previews.

Metro (South Edition): "RECKLESS PUTIN IS TESTING WEST"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Katie Boyden / Gerana Krasteva

Donald Trump has released his first reaction to the incursion of Russian drones overnight.
In a cryptic post on his Truth Social account, he said: 'What's with Russia violating Poland's airspace with drones? Here we go'.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/10/poland-says-were-closest-conflict-since-wwii-russian-drone-swarm-24126813

Daily Record: "IT'S TIME TO FINALLY AXE NOT PROVEN VERDICT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sally Hind

Scotland's controversial Not Proven verdict is ready to be axed, the Justice Secretary has declared.
MPs are expected to back Angela Constance's bill next week.

The Yorkshire Post: "VOW ON AIR DEFENCES OVER DRONE INCURSION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruby Kitchen

Defence Secretary John Healey is looking to bolster air defences over Poland as he vows that Western alies will stand firm in the face of "unprecedented" attacks.
It comes after Russian drones were shot down by NATO as they violated Polish airspace, in the first defensive action of its kind since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Glasgow Times: "'SOMEONE'S CHILD WILL BE KILLED'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Amanda Keenan

Furious parents say it is only a matter of time before a child is killed at a dangerous road crossing close to Wallacewell Primary in Glasgow.
They have called on Glasgow City Council to install lights or traffic calming measures at the Stanburn Road and Hillhead Road junction, which links a Housing Estate to Wallacewell Primary.

FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25456939.glasgow-city-council-fire-school-safety-traffic-fears

Narrogin Observer (Australia): "$2M STATION REFURM IS ON"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

Shire Of Brookton decision to award $2million to restore Brookton heritage Railway Station met with silence.
After three years of heated debate, the Shire Of Brookton has finally awarded the tender to refurbish the local heritage Railway Station.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/shire-of-brookton-decision-to-award-2m-tender-to-restore-brookton-heritage-railway-station-met-with-silence-c-19895197

Narrogin Observer (Australia) [SPORT/BACK PAGE]: "DOG'S DELIGHT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

Warriors celebrate league premiership victory after outlasting Hawks in an absorbing Grand Final.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/ugsfl-2025-warriors-celebrating-league-premiership-victory-after-outlasting-hawks-in-absorbing-grand-final-c-19958310

City AM: "MANDELSON'S EPSTEIN LINKS COME BACK TO HAUNT STARMER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ali Lyon / Mauricio Alencar

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer was under growing pressure to sack Lord Mandelson as the United Kingdom's ambassador to the United States after a string of revelations concerning the top diplomat's relationship with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.

FULL REPORT: CityAM.com/starmer-backs-mandelson-amid-calls-for-his-sacking

Andytown News (Ireland): "LOYALIST BANDS' INSULT TO FUNDERS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Conor McParland

Bands take part in parade for sectarian killer, despite £30,000 funding.
Three loyalist bands have given a two-fingered salute to The Arts Council by taking part in a tribute for sectarian killer Brian Robinson.

The Daily Telegraph: "FIGHT ON, MANDELSON TOLD JAILED EPSTEIN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Robert Mendick / Connor Stringer / Ben Riley Smith

Lord Mandelson advised Jeffrey Epstein to fight for early release after the financier was convicted of child prostitution, leaked emails reveal.
The Labour Party peer consoled and counselled Jeffrey Epstein while he was being investigated for child sex crimes in messages exchanged between the pair.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/us/politics/2025/09/10/mandelson-epstein-early-release-emails-revealed

The Weekly Journal (Puerto Rico / Caribbean): "PUERTO RICAN APA PRESIDENT URGES ACTION ON MENTAL HEALTH"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Enrique Muchacho

The expert urged a multidisciplinary approach to treating post-traumatic stress after Hurricane Maria.
Theresa Miskimen Rivera, a native of Mayagüez, is the first Puerto Rican to lead the American Psychiatric Association (APA). During her most recent visit to Puerto Rico, she urged a "multidisciplinary" approach to supporting people experiencing post-traumatic stress since Hurricane Maria in 2017.

FULL REPORT: WJournalPR.com/top-stories/puerto-rican-apa-president-urges-action-on-mental-health/article_600aa8bb-c3f2-4d58-a754-690fe7791237.html

Morning Star: "TUC: CRACKDOWN ON GAZA PROTESTS IS 'ABSOLUTE DISGRACE'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre

Trade Unionists branded the Palestine Action ban a "significant abuse" of counter terror powers and the "heavy-handed" mass arrests of pensioners protesting against it an "absolute disgrace".

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/genocide-plain-sight

Morning Star (Sport/Back Page): "TUCHEL CHALLENGES PLAYERS TO BUILD ON SERBIA VICTORY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Thomas Tuchel challenged England's players to build on their five star display in Serbia after an impressive September Summer Camp increased competition for a FIFA World Cup spot.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/thomas-tuchel-challenges-england-build-five-star-display-against-serbia

The West Australian (Australia): "SORRY DAY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Katina Curtis / Jessica Page / Charlton Hart

Sussan Ley has dumped Jacinta Nampijinpa Price from the Shadow Ministry for refusing to back her leadership a week after The Senator's comments about Indian migrants sparked outrage.

FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/politics/federal-politics/jacinta-price-makes-no-apology-over-indian-migrants-comment-and-refuses-to-support-liberal-leader-sussan-ley-c-19969087

The West Australian (Australia) [SPORT/BACK PAGE]: "GOSPEL OF LUKE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Daniels

Luke Jackson's exit meeting has come and gone at Fremantle Dockers, with no trade request tabled by the ruckman.
His exit meeting centred around clarity on what his role will look like going into 2026.
The Australian Rules football player wants to embed himself in midfield role after Fremantle Dockers exit meeting.

FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/sport/fremantle-dockers/fremantle-ruck-luke-jackson-wants-to-embed-himself-in-midfield-role-after-dockers-exit-meeting--c-19977093

The Scotsman: "UK PLANS TO MASS PRODUCE NEW DRONES TO HELP UKRAINE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn McLaughlin

The UK will mass produce cutting-edge interceptor drone to help Ukraine fight off Russian aerial attacks following an unprecedented violation of Polish airspace that experts say will lead to the "substantial" NATO reinforcement.

Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "KINGDOM REJECTS ISRAELI ATTACKS IN THE REGION: CROWN PRINCE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Saudi Arabia rejects and condemns Israeli attacks in the region, including the "brutal aggression" against Qatar on Tuesday, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman said.

FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2614819

Fife Free Press: "NEW ERA FOR INSTITUTE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Allan Crow

Work starts on landmark High Street building.
The People's Institute in Kirkcaldy, a historic C-Listed landmark at 1 Glasswork Street, has begun renovations after being closed for five years.
Established in 1865 as part of the temperance movement, it promoted social equality, education, and recreation without alcohol, and was Kirkcaldy's first club to ensure gender equality.

FULL REPORT: http://FifeToday.co.uk/news/people/inside-the-peoples-institute-as-work-starts-in-kirkcaldy-landmark-after-five-year-closure-5310781

Albany Advertiser (Australia): "SALTY SOLUTION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Middleton

Environmental campaigner Tony Harrison is heading to Albany's weekend markets to gather signatures for a petition he hopes will persuade Winter Corporation to recycle brine produced at a possible Desalination Plant.

Reading Today: "MURDER INVESTIGATION LAUNCHED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Thames Valley Police's Major Crime Unit has launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in Reading.
Officers were called to a stabbing at an address on the A4 London Road at around 14:35.

FULL REPORT: RDG.Today/murder-investigation-launched-into-stabbing-of-woman-in-reading

Daily Express: "WHEN HARRY FINALLY MET HIS FATHER AGAIN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Emily Ferguson

Prince Harry met his father last night for the first time in 19 months, boosting reconciliation hopes.
The King hosted a 55-minute private tea for his estranged younger son in his London home.

FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/royal/2106983

Great Southern Herald (Australia): "HERE TO HELP"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

New Palmerston Katanning office provides access to crucial resources.
The official opening of Palmerston Katanning office will provide accessible and fundamental services for residents struggling with Substance Abuse, violence, homelessness, and Mental Health Issues.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/great-southern-herald/new-palmerston-katanning-office-provides-access-to-crucial-resources-for-mental-health-drug-alcohol-issues-c-19921490

Great Southern Herald (Australia) [SPORT/BACK PAGE]: "LAST-GASP WIN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Cameron Newbold / Hannah Whitehead

Flag at last for Wickepin after UGSFL Grand Final glory.
Wickepin ended years of Grand Final pain, as they broke through for a long-awaited Upper Great Southern Football League premiership.

FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/ugsfl-2025-warriors-celebrating-league-premiership-victory-after-outlasting-hawks-in-absorbing-grand-final-c-19958310

Daily Star: "WHEN HARRY MET CHARLIE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kate Nelson

Prince Harry met King Charles for the first time in 19 months.
They appeared to bury the hatchet over a 55-minute tea.

FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/latest-news/breaking-prince-harry-arrives-face-35883488

The Times: "STARMER REFUSES TO SACK MANDELSON AS US ENVOY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Chris Smyth / Tom Ball / Steven Swinford / Josie Ensor / Katy Balls

Sir Keir Starmer is resisting pressure to sack Lord Mandelson as ambassador to the US after further revelations about his relationship with the convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/starmer-stands-by-mandelson-after-release-of-epstein-birthday-book-399w85m95

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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 04 September 2025.

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This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, it may not be all of the Front Pages.

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This page will be updated as the headlines come in.

Here are tonight's Page 1 previews.

The Times: "RAYNER ON BRINK AFTER STAMP DUTY ADMISSION"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Geraldine Scott / Aubrey Allegretti

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has fought bitterly to shield her relationships from scrutiny, but her conduct may yet derail her seemingly unstoppable rise.

FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/how-angela-rayners-private-life-finally-brought-her-to-the-brink-52rj0zdks

Knutsford Guardian: "FOOD HALL PLAN FOR LISTED SITE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Belinda Ryan

New plans have been submitted to convert the historic Marshall House in Knutsford into a hybrid-style food hall and bar.

FULL REPORT: KnutsfordGuardian.co.uk/news/25434541.new-food-hall-bar-plans-marshall-house-knutsford

The National: "SCOTLAND VOTES TO BOYCOTT ISRAEL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steph Brawn

Israel and companies complicit in genocide will face package of actions.
MSPS have voted for a full boycott of the state of Israel and companies complicit in genocide following a debate in the Scottish Parliament.

FULL REPORT: TheNational.SCOT/news/25439517.msps-vote-full-boycott-israel

Great Southern Herald (Australia): "CO-OP FINED OVER DEATH"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jacki Elezovich

The Western Australian Meat Marketing Co-Operative has been fined more than half a million dollars after the death of a worker at its Katanning abattoir in 2022.

Daily Star: "ANGELA BLAMER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Will Stone

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner's political future is in doubt after she admitted she did not pay enough tax on her second home.

The Bolton News: "BUSINESS HUB IS OPEN"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harrigan

A key regeneration site in the heart of the Town Centre has opened for business after having been expected to fully open around a year ago.
The Wellsprings, just opposite the Town Hall, has been renovated since The Bolton News left the offices in the Summer of 2022, moving to nearby Knowsley House.

FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25431714.wellsprings-bolton-town-centre-opens-business

Daily Express: "'IF PM HAD BACKBONE HE WOULD SACK HER'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown

Sir Keir Starmer is under mounting pressure to sack Angela Rayner after she confessed to not paying enough tax on her second home.
The Deputy Prime Minister's political career is hanging by a thread.

Tyldesley And Atherton Leigh Journal: "LET'S IMPROVE OUR TOWN CENTRE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Conal Cunningham

A group of passionate people from Leigh have teamed up to improve the Town Centre.

FULL REPORT: LeighJournal.co.uk/news/25423142.leigh-businesses-team-improve-town-centre

Daily Mirror: "ANDREW ACCUSER'S FAMILY: WE'LL KEEP FIGHTING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Christopher Bucktin

Prince Andrew's Sex Abuse accuser will not be silencecd, her brother warned.
Sky Roberts, whose sister Virginia Giuffre died in April called for files on Jeffrey Epstein to be released.

FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/epstein-files-live-prince-andrew-35841666

Glasgow Times: "DATING SITE RAPIST UNMASKED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Grant McCabe

A dating site rapist who staged his own death, then fled the country, has been convicted of attacks on two women.
James Clacher preyed on his victims in their own homes during the crimes in 2019 and 2020.

FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/25439120.dating-site-rapist-staged-death-unmasked

Scottish Daily Mail: "SNP'S 'GESTURE POLITICS' ON GAZA"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Gordon

John Swinney was yesterday accused of ignoring Scotland's problems in favour of virtue signalling about Gaza.
The First Minister said he could not ignore warnings that Benjamin Netanyahu's Government was behind a genocide in the region.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15062817

Northwich & Winsford Guardian: "BOY, 12, DIES IN PLAY PARK"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Barbara Jordan / Jack Tooth

A teenage boy has been arrested after a 12-year-old boy died in a tragic incident at a Winsford play park.
Logan Carter died on Friday, August 29, following a fall from a playground roundabout at Wharton Recreation Ground.

FULL REPORT: NorthwichGuardian.co.uk/news/25433484.boy-13-arrested-logan-carter-tragically-died-wharton-park

Daily Mail: "IS STARMER SO SPINELESS THAT HE WON'T SACK HIS DEPUTY PM (AND HOUSING SECRETARY!) WHO DODGED £40,000 IN STAMP DUTY?"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves

Angela Rayner is fighting to save her political career after confessing to dodging up to £40,000 in tax.
Kemi Badenoch urged Keir Starmer to grow a 'backbone' and sack his deputy after she finally admitted failing to pay the full Stamp Duty due on a luxury £800,000 second home in Hove.

FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15063159

Fife Free Press: "RECORD BREAKER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Allan Crow

A Kirkcaldy singer's biggest ever gig in his home town has smashed Box Office records.
Every single ticket for Billy Reekie's show at the Adam Smith Theatre next month was snapped up little more than eight minutes.

FULL REPORT: FifeToday.co.uk/news/people/second-date-added-as-billy-reekies-kirkcaldy-gig-sets-box-office-record-5289372

The Daily Telegraph: "I DIDN'T PAY THE RIGHT TAX, BUT IT'S STILL NOT MY FAULT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Robert Mendick / Ben Riley Smith / Dominic Penna

Angela Rayner has admitted that she did not pay enough tax on her second home.
Deputy Prime Minister says she made a 'mistake' and has referred herself to the Standards Commissioner.

FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/09/03/angela-rayner-admits-to-tax-dodge-on-second-homes

The Oldham Times: "TENSIONS RISE AT REFUGEE PROTEST"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sofia Fedeczko

Protestors gathered outside a hotel in Oldham, where they were met by counter protestors from the campaign group Stand Up To Racism.

FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/25428737.protestors-counter-protestors-meet-oldham-refugee-hotel

Narrogin Observer (Australia): "COLOURFUL COMMUNITY"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead

A community effort led by large-scale artist Jerome Davenport transformed the Arts Narrogin eastern wall with a colourful mural over three days.
The mural painting workshop extended from Davenport’s esteemed 300sqm Narrogin Regional Leisure Centre painting that was unveiled on 14 December last year.

FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/narrogin-observer/mural-painting-workshop-with-infamous-large-scale-artist-jerome-davenport-arts-narrogin-wall-transformation-c-19864662

Melton Times: "'PLEASE SAVE ST. MARY'S'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie

Tears were shed and powerful speeches delivered on Saturday (30 August 2025) as hundreds of people turned out to show just what Melton Mowbray's baby unit means to the community.
Campaigners were joined by families who have had generations of babies born at St. Mary's Birth Centre in a march through the Town Centre followed by a passionate rally at a park in Leicestershire.

FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/lifestyle/family-and-parenting/hundreds-attend-emotional-campaign-event-to-keep-meltons-baby-unit-open-5296440

St. Helens Star: "OUR 'DEFINING MOMENT'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Conal Cunningham

St. Helens' landmark Town Centre regeneration scheme has taken another huge step forward following the granting of reserved matters planning consent for phase one development proposals – which pave the way for construction work to begin on an ambitious transformation.

FULL REPORT: StHelensStar.co.uk/news/25436754.st-helens-town-centre-redevelopment-takes-another-step-forward

The Guardian: "RAYNER IN PERIL AFTER ADMITTING SHE UNDERPAID STAMP DUTY ON FLAT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pippa Crerar

Angela Rayner has admitted she underpaid Stamp Duty on her £800,000 seaside flat, after coming under intense pressure to be more transparent about her property arrangements.

FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2025/sep/03/angela-rayner-admits-underpaying-stamp-duty-on-800000-seaside-flat

The Yorkshire Post: "REEVES TO KEEP TIGHT GRIP ON UK SPENDING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Grace Hammond

Rachel Reeves has acknowledged the economy is "not working well enough" and promised a "tight grip" on spending in her Autumn Budget, which she will deliver on 26 November.

State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "CM REVIEWS RAIN SITUATION IN J&K, DIRECTS ADMIN TO INTENSIFY GROUND RESPONSE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday convened an emergency meeting to review the situation arising from incessant rains across Jammu and Kashmir.
Schools shut in Jammu & Kashmir.

FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/cm-reviews-rain-situation-in-jk-directs-admin-to-intensify-ground-response

Lancashire Telegraph: "ASYLUM SEEKER HOME RUMOURS ARE DISMISSED"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Shuiab Khan

Rumours that 150 Asylum Seekers were moving into a building in Blackburn are unfounded after concerns were raised.

The Scotsman: "SWINNEY CUTS CASH FOR ARMS FIRMS WHICH SUPPLY ISRAEL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alastair Grant

Funding for arms companies supplying Israel will be halted, John Swinney announced, as he lifted a long-standing ban on taxpayer support for munitions.

FULL REPORT: Scotsman.com/news/politics/snp-halts-cash-for-arms-firms-supplying-israel-as-munitions-ban-lifted-5301828

Warrington Guardian: "'SCHOOL PHONE BAN WILL SAVE LIVES'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lois Dean

The mother of murdered schoolgirl Brianna Ghey has launched a campaign for a satutory phone ban in schools.
Esther Ghey says school phone ban 'would have really helped' daughter Brianna.

FULL REPORT: WarringtonGuardian.co.uk/news/national/25436557.esther-ghey-says-school-phone-ban-would-really-helped-daughter-brianna

The Independent: "SO WILL SHE RESIGN? RAYNER ADMITS: I DID NOT PAY ENOUGH TAX"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Archie Mitchell / Millie Cooke / David Maddox

Angela Rayner is fighting for her political future after admitting she failed to pay £40,000 in tax when purchasing a property.

FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/angela-rayner-stamp-duty-flat-b2819194.html

The Messenger: "BUILDING THE FUTURE"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Jackson

A developer behind the £2billion Trafford Waters scheme that will ultimately deliver 3,000 new homes says construction has begun on the first phase of 113 properties.
X1 Developments has announced that 79 of the homes off Trafford Way amid the site of the huge regneration project have been sold.

FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/25432927.construction-begins-giant-trafford-waters-development

Daily Record: "RAYNER: IT'S ALL FOR MY KIDS"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lizzy Buchan

Angela Rayner has blamed her tax underpayment on an honest mistake as she tried to help her disabled son.

FULL REPORT: DailyRecord.co.uk/news/politics/angela-rayner-admits-not-pay-35840380

The West Australian (Australia): "USEFUL IDIOT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Katina Curtis

Former Labor premier Daniel Andrews took centre stage with the world's most notorious dictators - Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un - at China's military parade.

Bury Times: "MAN TELLS OF HIS 'TERRIFYING' BLAZE ORDEAL"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Eoin McCaul

Rick Cullen has spoken of the terrifying ordeal when the hotel he and his family were staying at in Spain caught fire.
It was the BelleVue Bonita and Club Resort in Majorca.

Metro (South Edition): "A NO RAYNER"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Noora Mykkanen

The Conservative Party have said that Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner's excuse that she underpaid Stamp Duty on her second home after taking incorrect legal advice doesn't stand up to scrutiny.

FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/03/angela-rayner-admits-underpaid-stamp-duty-800-000-flat-24064989

Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "WEST BANK ANNEXATION A 'RED LINE'"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Agence France-Presse / Associated Press / Reuters

Israel's Far-Right finance minister said on Wednesday that maps were being drawn up for annexing territory in the occupied West Bank, land the Palestinians seek for a state, although it was unclear if he had Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's support.

FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2614044

Edinburgh Evening News: "PHONE BAN IN PRIMARIES"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Sullivan

Mobile Phones are to be banned in Primary Schools across the Northern Capital as a teacher described trying to teach with them around as like being in "a casino full of cocaine".

FULL REPORT: EdinburghNews.Scotsman.com/news/mobile-phones-ban-to-come-into-force-in-edinburghs-primary-schools-following-consultation-5302014

Financial Times: "RAYNER FIGHTS FOR POLITICAL SURVIVAL AFTER ADMITTING TO STAMP DUTY UNDERPAYMENT"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jim Pickard / George Parker / Martin Arnold

Days of denials reversed.
Keir Starmer is 'proud' of his deputy.
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is battling for her political survival after admitting she underpaid Stamp Duty on the purchase of an £800,000 seaside property following days of denial.
Lower tax raid levied.
Ethics aid to probe.

FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/c67f9ec0-51f8-44d8-9075-0bfe13e49cb5

Morning Star: "TAX BANKS SAYS TUC"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre

Various Unions have urged The Labour Party's Government to show their promises are more than a slogan with 35 per cent backing profit tax that would wipe away Great Britain's financial black hole by raising £50 billion over four years.
Paul Nowak (General Secretary for TUC) called on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to impose the Windfall Tax alongside increased levies on online gambling sites and assets above £10 million in the upcoming Autumn Budget, later this year.

FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/UNIONS-URGE-LABOUR-SHOW-ITS-PROMISES-ARE-MORE-SLOGAN

That's all the papers.
News In Brief follows.

NEWS IN BRIEF: Thursday 04 September 2025

Rayner Faces Crisis Over Tax Admission

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is on the brink after admitting to a stamp duty underpayment on her second home, amid scrutiny over her relationships and conduct. (The Times)
Knutsford’s Historic Site Set For Food Hall Revamp

New plans have been submitted to convert the historic Marshall House in Knutsford into a hybrid food hall and bar. (Knutsford Guardian)
Scotland Votes For Israel Boycott

MSPs have voted for a full boycott of Israel and companies complicit in genocide, imposing a package of actions following a parliamentary debate. (The National)
Australian Co-Op Fined After Worker’s Death

The Western Australian Meat Marketing Co-Operative has been fined over half a million dollars following the death of a worker at its Katanning abattoir in 2022. (Great Southern Herald)
Rayner's Political Future in Doubt

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner's political future is in doubt after admitting she did not pay enough tax on her second home. (Daily Star)
Bolton's Wellsprings Hub Opens After Delay

The Wellsprings business hub in Bolton's Town Centre has opened after renovations, delayed from its expected launch a year ago, following the departure of The Bolton News in summer 2022. (The Bolton News)
Pressure Mounts On Starmer To Sack Rayner

Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to sack Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner after she confessed to not paying enough tax on her second home, leaving her career hanging by a thread. (Daily Express)
Leigh Residents Rally To Revive Town Centre

A group of passionate residents from Leigh have teamed up to improve the Town Centre. (Tyldesley And Atherton Leigh Journal)
Giuffre's Family Vows To Fight On

The family of Prince Andrew's sex abuse accuser Virginia Giuffre, who died in April, vows to continue fighting and calls for the release of The Jeffrey Epstein Files. (Daily Mirror)
Dating Site Rapist Convicted After Faking Death

Dating site rapist James Clacher, who staged his own death and fled the country, has been convicted of attacks on two women in their homes in 2019 and 2020. (Glasgow Times)
Swinney Criticised For Gaza 'Gesture Politics': John Swinney has been accused of 'gesture politics' on Gaza, ignoring Scotland's problems while claiming he cannot overlook warnings of genocide by Benjamin Netanyahu's government. (Scottish Daily Mail)
Teen Arrested After Boy's Death In Play Park

A 13-year-old boy has been arrested after 12-year-old Logan Carter died following a fall from a playground roundabout at Wharton Recreation Ground in Winsford. (Northwich & Winsford Guardian)
Rayner Slammed For £40,000 Tax Dodge

Angela Rayner is fighting to save her career after confessing to dodging up to £40,000 in Stamp Duty on an £800,000 second home in Hove, with Kemi Badenoch urging Keir Starmer to sack her. (Daily Mail)
Kirkcaldy Singer Breaks Box Office Records

Kirkcaldy singer Billy Reekie's upcoming hometown gig at the Adam Smith Theatre has broken Box Office records, with all tickets sold in just over eight minutes. (Fife Free Press)
Rayner Admits Tax Error, Refers To Commissioner

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has admitted not paying enough tax on her second home, calling it a 'mistake' and referring herself to the Standards Commissioner. (The Daily Telegraph)
Oldham Refugee Protest Sparks Tensions

Tensions rose at a refugee protest outside a hotel in Oldham, where demonstrators were met by counter-protesters from Stand Up To Racism. (The Oldham Times)
Narrogin Wall Transformed by Community Mural

A community effort led by artist Jerome Davenport has transformed the Arts Narrogin eastern wall with a colourful mural, building on his previous 300sqm painting at the Leisure Centre. (Narrogin Observer)
St. Helens Regeneration Takes Major Step Forward

St. Helens' Town Centre regeneration scheme has advanced significantly with reserved matters planning consent granted for phase one, paving the way for construction. (St. Helens Star)
Rayner Under Fire For Stamp Duty Underpayment

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has admitted underpaying Stamp Duty on her £800,000 seaside flat amid pressure for transparency on her property arrangements. (The Guardian)
Reeves Promises Tight Budget Control

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has promised a 'tight grip' on spending in her Autumn Budget on 26 November, acknowledging the economy is 'not working well enough'. (The Yorkshire Post)
J&K Chief Minister Tackles Rain Crisis

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reviewed the situation from incessant rains in Jammu and Kashmir, directing intensified ground response and closing schools. (State Times)
Blackburn Asylum Seeker Rumours Quashed

Rumours of 150 Asylum Seekers moving into a Blackburn building have been dismissed as unfounded following local concerns. (Lancashire Telegraph)
Swinney Halts Funding For Israel Arms Firms

Scottish First Minister John Swinney has announced funding cuts for arms companies supplying Israel, while lifting a long-standing ban on taxpayer support for munitions. (The Scotsman)
Brianna Ghey's Mother Backs School Phone Ban

Esther Ghey, mother of murdered schoolgirl Brianna Ghey, has launched a campaign for a statutory phone ban in schools, stating it 'would have really helped' her daughter. (Warrington Guardian)
Rayner Fights for Political Survival Over Tax Row

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is fighting for her political future after admitting she failed to pay £40,000 in tax on a property purchase. (The Independent)
Trafford Waters Begins First Phase Construction

Construction has begun on the first phase of 113 homes at the £2bn Trafford Waters scheme, with 79 already sold, as part of a major regeneration delivering 3,000 new homes. (The Messenger)
Rayner Blames Tax Error On Son's Needs: Angela Rayner has blamed her tax underpayment on an honest mistake made while trying to help her disabled son. (Daily Record)
Andrews Joins Dictators At China Parade

Former Labor premier Daniel Andrews appeared alongside Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un at China's military parade, labelled a 'useful idiot'. (The West Australian)
Family's Terror In Majorca Hotel Fire

Rick Cullen described the terrifying ordeal when the BelleVue Bonita and Club Resort in Majorca, where he and his family were staying, caught fire. (Bury Times)
Tories Slam Rayner's Tax Excuse

The Conservatives claim Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner's excuse for underpaying Stamp Duty on her second home, due to incorrect legal advice, does not hold up. (Metro)
Israel's West Bank Annexation Plans Escalate

Israel’s Far Right finance minister stated maps are being drawn for annexing West Bank territory, calling it a 'red line', though unclear if supported by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (Arab News)
Edinburgh Bans Phones In Primary Schools

Mobile Phones are to be banned in primary schools across Edinburgh, with a teacher likening teaching with them to being in 'a casino full of cocaine'. (Edinburgh Evening News)
TUC Pushes for Bank Profit Tax

Unions, via TUC general secretary Paul Nowak, urge a 35% bank profit tax to raise £50bn over four years, plus levies on Online Gambling and assets over £10m, in the Autumn Budget. (Morning Star)
Rayner's Stamp Duty Scandal Threatens Career

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is battling for survival after admitting Stamp Duty underpayment on an £800,000 property, reversing denials, with Keir Starmer expressing pride in her. (Financial Times)
Melton Mowbray Rallies To Save Birth Centre

Hundreds marched in Melton Mowbray to save St. Mary’s Birth Centre, with emotional speeches highlighting its importance to families over generations. (Melton Times)