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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 04 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. Financial Times: "VANGUARD ETF HITS $1TN AS INVESTORS QUEUE UP FOR BLOCKBUSTER AI LISTINGS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steve Johnson / Emily Herbert Vanguard's S&P 500 tracker became the first exchange traded find to hit $1TN in assets, reflecting the weight of passive money ready to buy into SpaceX and Anthropic. Metro [South Edition]: "YUSUF, YOU WAZZOCK!" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Craig Munro Reform UK's Zia Yusuf has been mocked for an apparent race clanger amid the political storm about alleged 'two-tier' policing over the ordeal of teenage murder victim Henry Nowak. The National: "'A MERE PUPPET' QUESTIONS OVER ALEXANDER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Laura Pollock Scottish National Party have demanded the Prime Minister's independent ethics adviser investigate whether Douglas Alexander has broken the Ministerial Code. FULL REPORT: TheNational.SCOT/news/26164376.snp-demand-probe-whether-douglas-alexander-broke-ministerial-code The Bolton News: "FREE BUSES FOR CHILDREN HAILED 'A REAL BOOST'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Isobel Forbes Children in Greater Manchester will enjoy free bus travel during the Summer Holidays to help families save money. A funding boost which will enable children to travel for free on some buses has been welcomed by Bolton's transport boss. FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/26154470.bolton-children-travel-free-buses-summer Morning Star: "UNFORGIVABLE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre Reform UK leader Nigel Farage was slammed for an "unforgivable” snub to the grieving family of teen murder victim Henry Nowak after Far-Right riots left 11 Police Officers injured in Southampton. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/unforgivable Morning Star (Sport/Back Page): "'NO CIA PLOT BEHIND BANKSEY POISONING'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Morning Star Editorial Morning Star's Sport/Back Page debunks any CIA involvement in 'Banksey's poisoning', featuring an interview with football legend Sir Geoff Hurst on his 1970 World Cup memorabilia auction and the infamous incident. South Wales Argus: "HERO DAD SAVES SON FROM 'GUN THREAT'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Chloe Atkinson A father tackled a teenager to protect his 11-year-old son after an Armed Robbery attempt at a Skate Park. Robin Willis rushed to the scene after his son Ben said a boy had pointed a gun at him and demanded his bike. FULL REPORT: SouthWalesArgus.co.uk/news/26159770.dad-wrestles-teenage-gunman-held-cwmbran-son-gunpoint Daily Record: "MARKED MAN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Norman Silvester Scottish National Party fraudster Peter Murrell has been warned he will be a "marked man" in jail. A soft target for bullies and gangland extortion demands. A lawyer says he risks attacks if he seeks protection. Daily Mail: "TORIES CALL FOR HENRY POLICE TO BE INVESTIGATED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rebecca Camber The police watchdog was under mounting pressure to investigate the Police Officers who handcuffed stabbed student Henry Nowak as he lay dying. Bury Times: "WOMAN CHARGED OVER INCIDENTS AT CAR PARK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruby Watson A woman, who is not being named for safeguarding purposes, has been charged with four counts of public nuisances following repeated incidents at The Rock car park in Bury. FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/26153607.woman-charged-repeated-incidents-rock-bury Daily Express: "POLICE CHIEF APOLOGY FOR HENRY NOWAK TRAGEDY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Knowles The head of the Police Force that handcuffed dying Henry Nowak said he is “genuinely sorry” but denied that it was two-tier policing. Daily Express (Sport/Back Page): "JOE LICENCE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rory Dollard Ben Stokes has warned that stars like Jofra Archer could quit international cricket if England play hard-ball over the Indian Premier League. The Times Scotland: "MURRELL 'PROTECTED STURGEON IN PLEA DEAL'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Daniel Sanderson Prosecutors agreed to drop a series of allegations against Peter Murrell that would have heaped further embarrassment on former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon in exchange for the former Scottish National Party Chief Executive’s guilty plea, it has emerged. The Times Scotland (Sport/Back Page): "CLARKE 'WON'T REMEMBER' NEW RULES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Grant Scotland National Team players, and their Head Coach Steve Clarke, were given a crash course on new FIFA World Cup rules and regulations before their tournament opener on 14 June 2026. Narrogin Observer [Australia]: "TAKEN TOO SOON" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jacki Elezovich / Taylor Renouf A young British woman who travelled to Western Australia to start a new life with her boyfriend has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash. Annie Evans-Lewis had just entered her 20s when she made the big move from her home in Carmarthen, Wales, all the way to Perth to be with partner Cai James. FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/news/wa/young-wales-woman-annie-evans-lewis-dies-in-horror-crash-after-starting-new-life-in-western-australia-c-22349784 Daily Star: "THREE LIONS WILL ROAR" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jerry Lawton 1966 World Cup winner Sir Geoff Hurst believes our hero Three Lions will return home with the trophy this Summer. Daily Star (Sport/Back Page): "FORKIN' HELL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: John Cross England are braced for huge World Cup weather disruption. United States authorities have strict safety rules during thunderstorms, with players often ordered off the pitch. The Yorkshire Post: "GROOMING GANG MEMBER FACE TOTAL OF 188 YEARS IN JAIL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruby Kitchen A Grooming Gang is to face a total of 188 years in jail, it can now be revealed, as a judge lifts reporting restrictions on a series of court cases in Bradford. Some 15 men have been sentenced for their role in the historic rape and sexual offending against a child in the district, dating back to 2007. The Times: "STAB VICTIM ARREST FORCE 'PRESSURED' BY RACISM COURSE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Bill Curtis / Matt Dathan A number of Police Officers in the Police Force responsible for the arrest of Henry Nowak felt “controlled and pressured to feel certain ways” after receiving mandatory diversity training, a survey has revealed. The Times (Sport/Back Page): "FIFA ACCUSED OF COLLUSION OVER TICKETS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Matt Lawton / Martyn Ziegler FIFA have been accused of working with unofficial resale platforms in an effort to sell tickets for low-demand FIFA World Cup games to avoid compensation claims from supporters who have already paid face value for matches. The Scotsman: "UNTAPPED NEW SHETLAND COULD KEEP OIL INDUSTRY ALIVE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Bol An untapped North Sea zone including the controversial Rosebank Project should have its own dedicated fiscal and regulatory framework to prolong Scotland’s oil and gas sector, a new report argues. Messenger Newspapers: "'DISHONEST' TEACHER LIED ABOUT INCIDENT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica Rothwell A Primary School teacher has admitted he acted 'dishonestly' after he lied about causing a bump to a child's head. Daniel Whitley was teaching at Beaver Road Primary School when he caught his foot on a chair, which then struck a child in the back of their head. FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/26138733.teacher-admits-lied-parents-causing-bump-childs-head Daily Mirror: "THIS SHOWS EXACTLY WHO HE IS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dave Burke / Sophie Huskisson Reform UK leader Nigal Farage has been accused of exploiting the murder of Henry Nowak – before sloping off to a posh private members' club. Daily Mirror (Sport/Back Page): "TUCHEL WEATHER BOMB" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: John Cross England are braced for huge World Cup weather disruption. United States authorities have strict safety rules during thunderstorms, with players often ordered off the pitch. State Times [India]: "NC SAYS ITS MLAS WILL PROTEST IN DELHI FOR J&K STATEHOOD LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial Ruling National Conference (NC) in Jammu & Kashmir have decided that their MLAs will protest in Delhi on the first day of Parliament's Monsoon Session, demanding restoration of full statehood and pre-2019 constitutional guarantees. The move follows a marathon legislature party meeting chaired by CM Omar Abdullah. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/nc-says-its-mlas-will-protest-in-delhi-for-jk-statehood The Daily Telegraph: "OFFICERS 'PRESSURED' BY DIVERSITY COURSE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Gordon Rayner / Charles Hymas Police Officers in the Police Force that failed Henry Nowak felt “controlled and pressured” during diversity training, it has emerged. The Daily Telegraph (Sport/Back Page): "STOKES FIRES WARNING TO ROBINSON" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Will MacPherson England captain Ben Stokes has sent a crystal-clear message to his strike bowler Ollie Robinson: Welcome back, congratulations on your recall, but the hard work starts now. The Oldham Times: "KILLER IS JAILED FOR SECOND STRANGLING" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kent Lawlor Just weeks before Christmas last year, two men who would drink together regularly were involved in an altercation which saw a 55-year-old father lose his life. FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/26159611.dark-past-killer-strangled-two-friends-death Glasgow Times: "RAPIST PREYED ON VULNERABLE TEENAGER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Emily Moore A rapist who preyed on a vulnerable 19-year-old as she made her way home from a night out has been jailed. Thomas McCann was sentenced to 12 years in prison at High Court in Glasgow. Lancashire Telegraph: "A QUARTER OF KIDS 'HAVE VAPED DRUGS'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: William Morgan More than a quarter of children across Blackburn and Darwen have used a drug-laced vape, according to a survey carried out by public health experts. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/26163839.blackburn-school-kids-admit-widespread-thc-vape-usage Scottish Daily Mail: "HOW CAN ANYONE TRUST A WORD THE SNP SAYS?" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Gordon / Graham Grant Scottish National Party have been accused of ‘hoodwinking’ their own members after First Minister John Swinney admitted a £667,000 ‘ring-fenced’ referendum fund was for election spending. Financial Times [USA Edition]: "VANGUARD ETF HITS $1TN AS INVESTORS QUEUE UP FOR BLOCKBUSTER AI LISTINGS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steve Johnson / Emily Herbert Vanguard's S&P 500 tracker became the first exchange traded find to hit $1TN in assets, reflecting the weight of passive money ready to buy into SpaceX and Anthropic.
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Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 28 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. Daily Express: "TIME TO SCRAP ED'S NET ZERO 'FANTASY'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steph Spyro Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair has attacked Ed Miliband's Net Zero “fantasy” as households are warned of a huge hike in Energy Bills. The former Prime Minister turned his fire on the Energy Secretary's drive to hit Net Zero, despite United Kingdom being responsible for less than 1% of yearly global emissions of greenhouse gases. FULL REPORT: EXPRESS.CO.UK/news/politics/2210398 Daily Express (Sport/Back Page): "PALACE IN WONDER LAND" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Taylor Crystal Palace gave Oliver Glasner the perfect parting gift as Jean-Philippe Mateta fired The Eagles to Conference League. Lancashire Telegraph: "'OUR BLUE-EYED BOY - YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Shuiab Khan The family of a young boy who died after getting into difficulty in River Ribble has paid tribute to him. Emergency Services were called to Ribchester at just after 14:00 on Tuesday to a report of a concern for safety after a boy had gone into the river and had got into difficulty while swimming with friends. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/26143777.familys-heartbreaking-tribute-clayton-le-woods-12-year-old The Scotsman: "STURGEON'S LAWYER HITS OUT AT 'ARMCHAIR DETECTIVES' CLAIMS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alistair Grant Aamer Anwar said Ms Sturgeon was unaware of her estranged husband's Nicola Sturgeon's lawyer has criticised “armchair detectives” as questions continued to be raised over Peter Murrell embezzlement case. Aamer Anwar said Ms. Sturgeon was unaware of her estranged husband's criminal conduct. FULL REPORT: SCOTSMAN.COM/news/politics/nicola-sturgeons-lawyer-hits-out-at-armchair-detectives-over-peter-murrell-case-8643766 The West Australia [Australia]: "GIANT LEAP FOR WA" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Sadler Katherine Bennett-Pegg, Australia's first astronaut, has declared West Australia is uniquely placed to play a pivotal role in space exploration. FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/opinion/editorials/editorial-wa-is-leading-the-nations-space-ambitions-c-22344911 Daily Mirror: "BE SAFE IN WATER.. OR MORE WILL DIE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Phil Cardy Outdoor swimmers are being urged to take care after nine drownings in four days during the May 2026 heatwave. Seven young people and two adults have lost their lives in rivers, lakes, reservoirs and the sea as people take the plunge to cool off in the 35°C heat. FULL REPORT: MIRROR.CO.UK/news/uk-news/heatwave-deaths-swimming-warning-weather-37213506 Daily Mirror (Sport/Back Page): "BEST MATE" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Taylor Crystal Palace gave Oliver Glasner the perfect parting gift as Jean-Philippe Mateta fired The Eagles to Conference League. Melton Times: "CELEBRATIONS AS SPORTS CLUB SAVED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie The future of the historic Holwell Sports site has been safeguarded after a deal was struck to buy the land just hours before it was due to be auctioned off. FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/news/people/11th-hour-bid-secures-future-of-historic-holwell-sports-site-8637484 Daily Star: "GAME OF DRONES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jerry Lawton England's FIFA World Cup base will be guarded by security chiefs armed with “hunter-catcher” drones to stop rival teams spying on training at their tournament HQ in Kansas City. FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/latest-news/englands-world-cup-base-patrolled-37213297 Daily Star (Sport/Back Page): "GREAT MATE" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Taylor Crystal Palace gave Oliver Glasner the perfect parting gift as Jean-Philippe Mateta fired The Eagles to Conference League. Glasgow Times: "THUG JAILED OVER MACHETE ATTACK ON PENSIONER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Grant McCabe A 28-year-old man, Robert Craig, has been jailed for seven-and-a-half years for his role in a gang machete attack on a 67-year-old pensioner in his Glasgow flat. The trio forced entry late at night, striking the victim with a machete and causing serious arm, head and lip injuries. Robert Craig pleaded guilty to Attempted Murder. FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/26141147.man-jailed-gang-machete-attack-pensioner-glasgow The Daily Telegraph: "MANDELSON TOLD CABINET HOW TO DO THEIR JOBS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver / Janet Eastham Lord Peter Mandelson advised numerous Cabinet ministers during his time as ambassador to Washington DC in United States, messages to be released next week are expected to reveal. The Daily Telegraph (Sport/Back Page): "BARCELONA'S £70M DEAL FOR GORDON" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Mike McGrath / John Percy Anthony Gordon is set to join Barcelona in an €80 million (£70 million) deal, marking the first major move of this Summer's Transfer Window. Messenger Newspapers: "GANG MEMBERS JAILED FOR 'HIGH-VALUE' THEFTS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kent Lawlor A gang of criminals has been put behind bars for robbing high-value goods across Cheshire and Manchester by “violently stealing” belongings from people and businesses. FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/26139757.gang-behind-terrifying-high-value-robberies-put-behind-bars The Times: "MINISTERS RAISE HEAT ON PM OVER NORTH SEA" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Geraldine Scott / Ben Clatworthy / Stefan Boscia United Kingdom's Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is under mounting pressure from his Cabinet Ministers to rethink The Labour Party's Net Zero agenda. The Times (Sport/Back Page): "BARCELONA TO LAND GORDON IN £70M DEAL" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Martin Hardy / Paul Joyce Anthony Gordon is expected to complete a near-£70 million transfer to Barcelona and the deal could be announced today. The Spalding & South Holland Voice: "FAMILY LOOKS TO GIVE TYMI BEST LIFE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Richard Rush A Spalding family is raising funds to send their six-year-old son Tymi, who has rare Sturge-Weber Syndrome, for specialist rehabilitation in Poland. The lively boy functions like a one-year-old, cannot speak or self-feed, and needs 24/7 care due to seizures, strokes, and mobility issues. Past therapy brought improvements, but setbacks reversed them. A local group held a sponsored walk for the £3,000 goal. FULL REPORT: SpaldingVoice.co.uk/family-looks-to-give-tymi-best-life The Times Scotland: "PRESSURE BUILDS ON 'STOOGE FOR STURGEON'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Daniel Sanderson The position of Scottish National Party's new Minister For Victims And Community Safety of Scotland has been branded “untenable” after former party officials corroborated claims she had acted as a “stooge” for Nicola Sturgeon and the former First Minister of Scotgland;'s disgraced husband, Peter Murrell. The Times Scotland (Sport & Back Page) - BARCELONA TO LAND GORDON IN £70M DEAL LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Hardy / Paul Joyce Anthony Gordon is expected to complete a near-£70 million transfer to Barcelona and the deal could be announced today. The Oldham Times: "NO MAYOR OR LEADER AS COUNCIL HITS DEADLOCK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sofia Fedeczko The first Oldham Council meeting since the Local Elections fell at the first hurdle after failing to vote in a mayor. The Annual Meeting is where the council’s leadership roles are elected and the Mayor Making ceremony takes place. FULL STORY: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/26141271.oldham-council-deadlock-cost-taxpayers The Yorkshire Post: "ENERGY BILLS SET TO SOAR £221 FROM JULY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn OFGEM's price cap is to rise by, on average, £221 a year from 1 July, due to the energy shock from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/news/ofgem-price-cap-middle-east-war-8642747 Scottish Daily Mail: "WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO HIDE, MR SWINNEY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Gordon First Minister John Swinney has been blasted for trying to ‘dodgem scrutiny’ after ruling out any further probe into Scottish National Party's financial scandal involving Peter Murrell. Bury Times: "MAN IS SHOT 'AFTER HE DROVE AT POLICE'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kent Lawlor A firearm and drugs have beenfound at a property in Radcliffe following an incident last Friday where police shot a man who drove at Police Officers. FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/26133463.man-shot-police-car-drove-directly-officers Morning Star: "WORKERS PAY TO BANKROLL TRUMP'S WAR" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ceren Sagir Campaigners have stated that households must not bear the brunt of United States President Donald Trump's illegal war on Iran. Energy Bills are set to rise by 13 per cent. Morning Star (Sport/Back Page): "YAPP TAKES CHARGE OF LANDMARK LIONS TOUR" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Morning Star Editorial It has been announced that Jo Yapp has been appointed Head Coach of the British and Irish Lions women's team for their inaugural tour to New Zealand in 2027. The National: "SNP: SCOTLAND NEEDS CONTROL OVER ENERGY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alasdair Ferguson Westminster cannot be trusted with Scotland's energy, Scottish National Party have said after it was revealed the energy price cap will be increased in July. FULL REPORT: TheNational.SCOT/news/26141382.energy-must-scotlands-hands-snp-say-uk-energy-price-cap/ State Times [India]: "LG DIRECTS DGP TO BOLSTER ANTI-NARCOTICS TASK FORCE WITH ADDITIONAL MANPOWER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed Jammu & Kashmir Police and UT Administration to further intensify the crackdown against the narco-terror ecosystem operating within the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/lg-directs-dgp-to-bolster-anti-narcotics-task-force-with-additional-manpower Daily Mail: "LABOUR RISKING A 'LOST GENERATION' OF JOBLESS YOUTH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves / Sophie Church / Claire Ellicott The Labour Party are to be warned that they must reform welfare or condemn a 'lost generation' of young people to a life on the dole. The Bolton News: "WOMAN, AGED 92, SCAMMED OUT OF £8,000" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Regent A 92-year-old woman has been left too frightened to trust anyone after fraudsters posing as Police Officers convinced her to hand over more than £8,000 in cash. Daily Record: "EVIL VILE LIAR" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruth Suter Abuse victims have hit back after Patricia Robertson, their sadistic former teacher, accused them of lying about her. Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Wednesday 20 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. Daily Express: "NO THANK YOU TO ANOTHER PM WHO DOES NOT BACK WOMEN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steph Spyro Labour Party leader hopeful Andy Burnham has "serious questions to answer" over his views on Single Sex Spaces, MPs insist. Daily Express (Sport/Back Page): "TURKISH DELIGHT" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross Stunning strikes from Youri Tielemans and Emi Buendia helped Europa League king Unai Emery lead Aston Villa to glory in front of royalty in Istanbul. Lancashire Telegraph: "CASH STASH FOUND IN PAIR OF BOXERS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah McGee Three people were arrested in Accrington on 18 May 2026 during a Money Laundering investigation. Police Officers stopped a black Volkswagen Golf on Blackburn Road at 21:50 and found a large quantity of cash in the underwear of a 29-year-old man. A 32-year-old man and 55-year-old woman were also arrested at a residential address. All have been released under investigation. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/26124102.3-arrested-accrington-amid-money-laundering-investigation Metro [North Edition]: "'LEAN' MACHINE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Katrine Bussey First Minister John Swinney has appointed Ivan McKee to lead reforms in the Public Sector while rejecting claims that this involves cuts. Metro (Sport Back Page) [North Edition]: "'DANGEROUS AND IRRESPONSIBLE'" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Fraser Rorison Heart Of Midlothian supporters have described comments by Martin O'Neill as dangerous and irresponsible following a pitch invasion. They have urged authorities to address the matter seriously. Great Southern Herald [Australia]: "TEACHER FOUND DEAD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Amy Towers A man found dead on Marri Drive in Katanning has been identified as Luke Russell a School Teacher at Katanning Senior High School. Local reports confirmed the identity of the individual discovered on the street. FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/great-southern-herald/man-found-dead-on-street-in-early-hours-identified-as-katanning-senior-high-school-teacher-luke-russell--c-22298504 Great Southern Herald (Sport Back Page) [Australia]: "ROARING WIN" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Cameron Newbold Sport news is featured on the back page of tomorrow’s edition of the Great Southern Herald. The newspaper serves the upper Great Southern region of Australia. Daily Star: "IT'S KING CHARLES THE TURD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Emily Ferguson The seagull has landed! King Charles laughed off a cheeky bird who pooped on his suit, while a bystander said: "It's good luck". Daily Star [Sport/Back Page]: "EUREKA!" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross Stunning strikes from Youri Tielemans and Emi Buendia helped Europa League king Unai Emery lead Aston Villa to glory in front of Royalty in Instanbul. Melton Times: "NEW BYPASS IS FINALLY OPEN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie Melton Mowbray's new bypass named Pork Pie Way will open fully to traffic on Monday. The 4.4 mile single carriageway road with cycle lanes and six roundabouts was chosen by public vote and took three years to build. It is Leicestershire County Council's largest road project and aims to support new jobs and homes. FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/news/people/melton-mowbrays-pork-pie-way-bypass-to-open-fully-to-traffic-on-monday-8545351 The Times: "BANK CHIEF JOINS ATTACK ON FREEZING FOOD PRICES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Isabella Fish / Steven Swinford The governor of the Bank Of England has warned ministers against "artificially moving prices" after HM Treasury held talks with supermarkets about freezing the cost of essential goods. The Times [Sport & Back Page]: "PRINCES OF EUROPE" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Gregor Robertson Aston Villa decorated their first European final since 1982 with two sublime individual goals that set them on course for a memorable triumph in Istanbul. State Times [India]: "LG SOUNDS ALERT OVER EVOLVING TERROR, HIDDEN THREATS; CALLS FOR CONSTANT VIGIL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial LG Manoj Sinha presented appointment letters to newly appointed constables of Jammu & Kashmir's Police Force. The Scotsman: "NEW CABINET ROLE TO DRIVE £1BN PUBLIC SECTOR CUTS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alistair Grant First Minister John Swinney has created an entirely new Cabinet role to oversee Public Sector cuts of £1 billion as he unveiled what he described as a "leaner, more agile" top team. Bury Times: "CONCERN FOR WELFARE TOWN CENTRE DRAMA" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dan Dougherty Emergency Services attended the Car Park at The Rock in Bury for around 12 hours after a concern for welfare report about a woman on the sixth floor. The incident started at 04:45 and ended at 17:15 when the woman was safely brought down and taken to a local Medical Facility. Derby Way was closed but Rochdale Road remained open. FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/26121934.emergency-services-rock-12-hours-woman-taken-hospital Metro [South Edition]: "BURNHAM RIVAL'S RANTS REVEALED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luke Alsford Robert F. Kenyon the Reform UK candidate for the by-election in Makerfield suggested King Charles should open Buckingham Palace and its grounds for Asylum Seekers. The candidate's Social Media account was suspended after posting remarks about a two-tier policing system and an invasion of foreign criminals. Reform UK are refusing to investigate. FULL REPORT: METRO.CO.UK/2026/05/19/reforms-makerfield-candidate-said-king-open-buckingham-palace-asylum-seekers-28437342 The Spalding & South Holland Voice: "CYCLE CHALLENGE IN HONOUR OF DAD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Donna Semmens A mother from South Holland is cycling 125 miles in May to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research in honour of her father who has glioblastoma. Jeff Stancer aged 60 from Long Sutton had surgery to remove 80 per cent of the tumour but faces a six-month prognosis. His daughter Ellie Merrison has raised 1 130 pounds so far. FULL REPORT: SpaldingVoice.co.uk/280036-2 Scottish Daily Mail: "PUTIN JETS MENACE RAF PLANE WITH 'CRAZY IVAN' STUNT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mark Nicol Jets from Russia brazenly imperilled a Spy Plane from Royal Air Force in the closest confrontation yet between the two countries' Air Forces. Messenger Newspapers: "SCHOOL'S OUT FOR TEACHERS LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kent Lawlor Teachers at Flixton Girls School in Trafford staged strike action on 14 May 2026 over proposed curriculum and staffing changes. The National Education Union organised further walkouts on 19 May 2026 and 20 May 2026. Concerns include reduced social sciences teaching at key stage four and changes to modern foreign languages. The union are in ACAS conciliation. FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/26117715.staff-trafford-school-take-strike-action-curriculum Daily Mirror: "LABOUR'S HAPPY SHOPPERS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lizzy Buchan Shoppers could save on food staples like baked beans, crisps and margarine under government plans to help with the Cost Of Living. Daily Mirror (Sport/Back Page): "OUT OF THIS WORLDIE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jeremy Cross Stunning strikes from Youri Tielemans and Emi Buendia helped Europa League king Unai Emery lead Aston Villa to glory in front of Royalty in Istanbul The Yorkshire Post: "FOOD FEARS AFTER 40C HEATWAVES FORECAST" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn Farmers and businesses have urged the government to treat food security with the same urgency as energy security following a Climate Change Committee report. The report predicts regular 40 degree Celsius heatwaves in Southern England by 2050 water shortages and the relocation of coastal communities. It warns of 10 000 excess deaths without action. The government has invested 2.65 billion pounds in flood defences. The Daily Telegraph: "DON'T CAP FOOD PRICES, BANK WARNS REEVES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Szu Ping Chan / Tim Wallace / Daniel Martin Andrew Bailey, who is Bank Of England's governor, as warned Chancellor Rachel Reeves against capping supermarket food prices. The Daily Telegraph (Sport/Back Page): "HULL: SCRAP PLAY-OFF FINAL AND PROMOTE US INSTEAD" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Tom Morgan Hull City are exploring a case to be promoted automatically to the Premier League after Southampton's "spygate" play-off final expulsion was confrmed at an appeal hearing. Westmeath Independent [Ireland]: "THE SECOND COMING" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kieran Galvin Westmeath defeated Dublin in overtime to win the Leinster senior football championship final at Croke Park and lift the Delaney Cup. Captain Ronan Wallace led the celebrations. The team made one change to the starting lineup with Jack Duncan replacing Senan Baker and John Heslin named on the bench for the match. The Guardian: "BURNHAM 'BACKS MAHMOOD'S PLANS TO TIGHTEN RULES ON IMMIGRATION'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kiran Stacey / Jessica Elgot Andy Burnham is backing Shabana Mahmood's controversial changes to the immigration system, in a blow to those in The Labour Party who hope to soften them. The Oldham Times: "DELIVERY DRIVER TOOK FAMILY CAT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Erin Lyons An delivery driver from Amazon in Oldham was caught on doorbell camera taking a pet cat from a garden in the Elland area. Catalin Stancu aged 41 pleaded guilty to the new offence of taking a cat and received a suspended eight-week prison sentence 15 rehabilitation days a three-month curfew and 500 pounds compensation. The three-year-old rescue cat was returned after three days missing. FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/26107139.oldham-amazon-driver-caught-camera-taking-pet-cat Morning Star: "BURNHAM BOUNCE CAN BEAT REFORM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray A poll indicates The Labour Party could defeat Reform UK if Andy Burnham replaced Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister. The survey shows The Labour Party gaining eight percentage points to reach 30 per cent. The government has extended the fuel duty freeze until the end of the year and granted a 12-month road tax exemption for hauliers. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/labour-could-see-reform-burnham-bounce Morning Star (Sport/Back Page): "SOUTHAMPTON FIGHT PLAY-OFF EXPULSION" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Morning Star Editorial Southampton has criticised their expulsion from the Championship play-offs due to Spygate spying charges and received a four-point deduction for next season. Manchester City forward Khadija Shaw won the Football Writers Association women's footballer of the year award after scoring 21 goals. Great Britain's Toby Samuel is one win from the French Open main draw. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/southampton-condemn-severity-spygate-sanction-after-play-expulsion The Bolton News: "FAMILY'S TRIBUTE AFTER GIRL LOSES HER FIGHT FOR LIFE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Isobel Forbes Tributes have been paid to 17-year-old Erica De Sousa Correia who died in a local Medical Facility in the early hours of 19 May 2026 after a crash on Walker Fold Road in Bolton, Greater Manchester. It happened on 05 May 2026. The collision followed a police pursuit. A 17-year-old boy has been charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving and remains on bail. FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/26123704.tributes-paid-bolton-teenager-dies-following-crash Daily Mail: "PUTIN JETS MENACE RAF PLANE WITH 'CRAZY IVAN' STUNT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mark Nicol Jets from Russia brazenly imperilled a Spy Plane from Royal Air Force in the closest confrontation yet between the two countries' Air Forces. Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Wednesday 20 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. The Independent: "POLICE INVESTIGATE NEW CHILD SEX ABUSE CLAIMS LINKED TO EPSTEIN FILES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Holly Evans Surrey Police have opened an investigation into two historical child sex abuse claims following the release of Jeffrey Epstein Files by United States Department Of Justice. The allegations date from the mid-1980s in west Surrey and the mid-1990s in Virginia Water. No arrests have been made. FULL REPORT: INDEPENDENT.CO.UK/news/uk/home-news/epstein-files-investigation-surrey-police-b2979595.html Glasgow Times: "MAN RISKS LIFE TO SAVE OAP" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ava Whyte A 34-year-old man ran into a burning block of flats in Glasgow City Centre at around 19:00 on 18 May to alert residents. He helped an elderly woman from the third floor to safety. Five fire engines attended and no one was injured. FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/26121337.glasgow-man-ran-burning-flats-alert-residents Daily Express: "ENERGY BILLS TO SOAR BY £200 IN 'ANOTHER FAILED PROMISE'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown The opposition leader Kemi Badenoch has criticised the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer over rising Energy Bills described as a broken promise. The price cap is forecast to rise by more than 200 pounds in July to 1,850 pounds a year amid fallout from the Middle East conflict. Unemployment reached 5 per cent. FULL REPORT: EXPRESS.CO.UK/news/politics/2207385 Daily Express (Sport/Back Page): "TOP GUNS" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: John Cross Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal heroes are Premier League champions after Manchester City surrendered the title. The Bolton News: "FOUR IN A&E AS 'LIGHTNING' HITS HOSPITAL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Grace Williams Residents across Bolton heard a huge bang after a lightning strike hit Royal Bolton Hospital yesterday shortly before 12:00. Fire crews responded to electrical issues on site. Four people were assessed for suspected electric shocks and one was trapped in a lift. FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/26119369.huge-bang-heard-across-bolton-lightning-hits-hospital Morning Star: "NO WORK NO HOURS NO HOPE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre Unions have criticised an epidemic of insecure work as statistics show the economic fallout from the Iran War that began in late February. Youth unemployment stands at 14.7 per cent for those aged 16 to 24. Zero-hours contracts have hit a record 1.23 million. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/unions-hit-out-epidemic-insecure-work-economic-fallout-iran-war-revealed Morning Star (Sport/Back Page): "WRIGHT HITS OUT AT SHIFT TO PAYWALLS" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Morning Star Editorial Ian Wright has called the paywall for the Champions League final scandalous as it will be subscription only for the first time in its 34-year history. Arsenal Football Club are due to play Paris Saint Germain on 30 May. Crystal Palace face Rayo Vallecano on 27 May. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/wright-labels-european-final-paywalls-scandalous The I Paper: "CABINET MINISTERS WOO BURNHAM IN RACE FOR TOP JOBS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kitty Donaldson Andy Burnham is expected to offer a senior role in Number 10 to the MP who stood aside to allow him to stand in a By Election. Josh Simons resigned his Makerfield seat last Thursday. The Labour Party sources say Simons would become Head Of Policy if Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister. FULL REPORT: INEWS.CO.UK/news/politics/andy-burnham-reward-mp-stood-aside-10-job-4425221 Daily Mirror: "KYLIE: MY SECRET CANCER BATTLE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nicola Methven Kylie Minogue endured a private cancer battle, 16 years after she was first diagnosed with the disease. FULL REPORT: http://MIRROR.CO.UK/3am/celebrity-news/kylie-minogue-remembers-michael-hutchence-37168523 Daily Mirror (Sport/Back Page): "GUN AND DONE IT!" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: John Cross Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal heroes are Premier League champions after Manchester City surrendered the title. State Times (India): ""WE WILL HUNT YOU DOWN IN YOUR DEEPEST HIDEOUTS": LG WARNS NARCO-TERRORISTS, DRUG PEDDLERS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha joined people's movement against drugs in Pulwama and addressed the citizens. He urged the people to strike the final blow against drug abuse, so together we dismantle the narco-terror network and save our young generation from addiction. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/we-will-hunt-you-down-in-your-deepest-hideouts-lg-warns-narco-terrorists-drug-peddlers The Guardian: "UK MUST GET USED TO BEING A HOT COUNTRY, CLIMATE ADVISERS WARN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Fiona Harvey The Climate Change Committee has told the government that United Kingdom must prepare buildings and infrastructure for a 2 degrees Celsius rise in global temperatures. Current adaptation plans are inadequate according to the committee. New homes should be designed to withstand up to 4 degrees Celsius of warming by 2050. The Times: "MILK, EGG AND BREAD PRICES COULD BE FROZEN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Isabella Fish Supermarkets may be asked to freeze the prices of essential goods such as eggs, bread and milk in an attempt to ease the impact of the Iran War. The Times (Sport/Back Page): "ARSENAL ARE CHAMPIONS" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Gary Jacob Arsenal have won their first Premier League title in 22 years after Mikel Arteta’s side were crowned champions thanks to Manchester City’s 1-1 draw at Bournemouth. Scottish Daily Mail: "FOR THE SAKE OF SCOTLAND... DROP IT!" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Gordon Scottish National Party leader John Swinney has been urged to drop his Scottish Independence plans 'for the sake of Scotland' after MSPs reappointed him First Minister. Metro (South Edition): "IN HINDSIGHT, NO WONDER IT WENT WRONG" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Milo Pope Channel 4 have removed all episodes of Married At First Sight UK from their streaming platforms and paused the new season following rape claims against contributors. A BBC Panorama report aired on 17 May 2026 led to the decision. A review into participant welfare was commissioned in April 2026. FULL REPORT: METRO.CO.UK/2026/05/18/channel-4-removes-married-first-uk-episodes-rape-claims-28422566 The Scotsman: "MPS ACCUSED OF VOTING TO 'SHUT DOWN NORTH SEA'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew J. Quinn MPs have been accused of voting to "shut down the North Sea" after they rejected a bid to support the proposed Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields. The Daily Telegraph: "REEVES TELLS SHOPS TO CAP FOOD PRICES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tim Wallace / Hannah Boland / Szu Ping Chan Chancellor Rachel Reeves is pressuring supermarkets to cap food prices in an attempt to limit in ation unleashed by the Iran War. The Daily Telegraph (Sport/Back Page): "WE'RE THE GOLDEN GUNNS" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Sam Dean Players from Arsenal Football Club are united in wild celebrations after clinching their first Premier League title in 22 years. Edinburgh Evening News: "TEEN HAILED FOR HEROIC RESCUE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rachel Fergusson A 19-year-old man from Newtongrange has been praised for rescuing a disabled resident from a burning flat in Arrol Place on Sunday 18 May at around 17:53. Kaiden McCann pulled the man to safety outside before returning inside to retrieve his wheelchair and extinguish two burning towels. Three fire engines attended and the man was treated at the scene but not injured. The Yorkshire Post: "CALL TO ACCELERATE PLAN FOR TRAMS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Chris Burn Leeds United director Peter Lowy has called for plans to introduce trams to Elland Road to be accelerated. He spoke at an event in Leeds following a memorandum of understanding with Leeds City Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The move is part of a 2.5 billion pound mass transit scheme. FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/business/leeds-united-accelerate-plans-for-elland-road-trams-to-kick-off-mass-transit-momentum-club-director-urges-8554017 Daily Star: "WHAT CAME FIRST - CHICK OR 3D EGG?" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Edward Easton Scientists have hatched 26 live chicks from a 3D printed egg as part of efforts to resurrect the extinct 12-foot-tall giant Moa bird. The technique developed by Colossal Biosciences involved pouring fertilised chicken eggs into the printed structure before incubation. The giant moa became extinct 600 years ago in New Zealand. FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/latest-news/need-know-26-chicks-hatched-37178291 Daily Star (Sport/Back Page): "PARTY TIME!" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: John Cross Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal Football Club heroes are Premier League champions after Manchester City surrendered the title. The National: "'APPALLING': RELATIVES OF SCOTS KIDNAPPED BY ISRAEL SLAM UK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lucy Jackson The Foreign Office has been slated for their "lack of action" to secure the safe release of UK activists who were kidnapped by Israel while taking part in a flotilla to Gaza. FULL REPORT: TheNational.SCOT/news/26120878.foreign-office-blasted-lack-action-gaza-flotilla Lancashire Telegraph: "RESIDENTS' ANGER AT PARKING 'NIGHTMARE'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nat Goodlad Residents have expressed anger over parking problems near Ewood Park caused by Blackburn Rovers matches. Overflow has affected nearby streets for more than five years with calls to extend permit schemes between King's Road and Green Lane. Daily Record: "BULLIES CHOKE CODY, 7, WITH ROPE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: John Paul Clarke Emily Stewart has told how school bullies choked her son, Cody, with a rope around his neck. She and Grant Stewart (Cody's father) are accusing Head Teachers of ignoring their pleas to stop classmates tormenting their son. Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "TRUMP: 'I WAS ONE HOUR FROM HITTING IRAN AGAIN'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Arab News Editorial President Donald Trump has indicated United States may strike Iran again soon if talks fail. He delayed an attack after a new proposal from Iran delivered through Pakistan. The ceasefire in the US/Israeli conflict remains mostly in place after the war started in late February. FULL REPORT: ArabNews.PK/node/2644177 The Times Scotland: "MILK, EGG AND BREAD PRICES COULD BE FROZEN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Isabella Fish Supermarkets may be asked to freeze the prices of essential goods such as eggs, bread and milk in an attempt to ease the impact of the Iran War. The Times Scotland (Sport/Back Page): "CLARKE CLOSE TO EXTENDING SCOTLAND DEAL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Grant Steve Clarke is close to agreeing a new ndeal to remain as Scotland manager beyond the FIFA World Cup. Talks are at an advanced stage about a contract extension to take him through to UEFA Euro 2028, which Scotland will co-host. Daily Mail: "BURNHAM SAID THAT MEN WHO IDENTIFY AS WOMEN SHOULD BE ABLE TO USE FEMALE TOILETS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves Andy Burnham faced a backlash last night over his views on Single-Sex Spaces. Biological males who identify as female should be allowed to use women's toilets, the Labour leadership hopeful told a meeting, in comments unearthed by Daily Mail. Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Wednesday 13 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. The Independent: "STARMER FACES DOWN CABINET AND CLINGS ON" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox / Kate Devlin Prime Minister Keir Starmer is resisting calls to resign despite multiple ministerial resignations and demands from more than 90 Labour MPs. Over 100 backbenchers have expressed support for him to remain in post while Health Secretary Wes Streeting prepares for a showdown meeting. FULL REPORT: INDEPENDENT.CO.UK/news/uk/politics/starmer-resign-labour-leadership-streeting-b2975187.html Daily Star: "THE TALKING DEAD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Will Stone The Prime Minister is refusing to quit his government despite more than 90 Members Of Parliament urging him to resign. Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips has stepped down while more than 110 Members Of Parliament have since expressed support for him to remain in office. The Guardian: "STARMER SEES OFF THREAT FOR NOW AS STREETING CHALLENGE FAILS TO EMERGE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pippa Crerar / Jessica Elgot / Kiran Stacey Prime Minister Keir Starmer has received a lifeline after Health Secretary Wes Streeting failed to launch a Leadership Challenge. Several ministers resigned but Wes Streeting does not have enough support from MPs to trigger a contest and a meeting is scheduled. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/starmer-given-a-lifeline-after-streeting-challenge-fails-to-materialise City AM: "WHERE DO WE GO FROM KEIR?" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Maurício Alencar Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a major crisis within The Labour Party as several ministers resign and backbenchers call for his departure. The political turmoil has raised concerns over borrowing costs and economic stability in the City Of London. Lancashire Telegraph: "E LANCS LABOUR MPS: IT'S TIME TO QUIT, KEIR" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Bill Jacobs Labour Party MPs from Hyndburn, Pendle and Clitheroe have publicly urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign. The call comes after disastrous Local Election results and forms part of a growing clamour from colleagues across the region for the party leader to step down. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/26100365.hyndburn-pendle-clitheroe-labour-mps-tell-keir-go Metro (South Edition): "NUMBER 10 DOUBTING ST" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luke Alsford Several government ministers have resigned as Prime Minister Keir Starmer digs in against growing pressure from within The Labour Party. Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips quit citing the need for action rather than words while rivals circle amid the deepening civil war at Number 10. The West Australian (Australia): "GAME OVER BOOMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Katina Curtis The Australian federal budget has confirmed broken promises on property taxes with investors set to be hit hard. Treasurer Jim Chalmers has ended decades of tax breaks in a bid to win over younger voters and address economic pressures on future generations. FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/politics/federal-politics/the-budget-2026-labor-confirms-property-tax-promises-broken-investors-to-be-hit-c-22270118 Scottish Daily Mail: "PARALYSED BY LABOUR CHAOS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves / Hugo Duncan The Labour Party's Civil War triggered a markets meltdown – and left the Government 'paralysed'. Keir Starmer was locked in an extraordinary standoff with his MPs last night after he brushed aside calls to quit and told rivals Wes Streeting and Angela to put up or shut up. The Bolton News: "'WE DON'T DO DANGEROUS'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dan Dougherty Members of Heywood Bowling Club, on Queen's Park Road, have been left frustrated after being barred from using their own Car Park due to dangerous driving. Daily Mirror: "STAND-OFF" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lizzy Buchan / Ashley Cowburn Prime Minister Keir Starmer is continuing with business as usual despite the fourth ministerial resignation from the government. The Labour Party leader is under pressure from within the party but has received backing from more than 100 backbench MPs. The I Paper: "PUT UP OR SHUT UP, STARMER TELLS HIS CABINET REBELS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Caroline Wheeler / Kitty Donaldson / Jane Merrick / Richard Vaughan / Arj Singh / Chloe Chaplain / Will Hazell Prime Minister Keir Starmer has told his Cabinet rebels to put up or shut up as he faces further ministerial resignations. No official leadership challenger has emerged despite pressure from within The Labour Party and concerns over the Bond Markets. FULL REPORT: INews.co.uk/news/politics/defiant-starmer-tells-allies-he-can-win-leadership-contest-4412682 State Times (India): "LG LAUNCHES 2 NEW PILLARS OF ANTI-DRUG CAMPAIGN, CALLS FOR 'COMMUNITY IMMUNIZATION' AGAINST MENAGE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial The Lieutenant Governor has launched two new pillars of an anti-drug campaign in Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative calls for community immunisation against the drug menace and urges greater responsibility from all sections of society to tackle the issue. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/lg-launches-2-new-pillars-of-anti-drug-campaign-calls-for-community-immunization-against-menace The Times Scotland: "STARMER AND STREETING SET FOR NO 10 SHOWDOWN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Oliver Wright / Aubrey Allegretti / Max Kendix Wes Streeting will confront Sir Keir Starmer over the turmoil engulfing the government today after the Prime Minister defied calls to quit. The Daily Telegraph: "STREETING TO CONFRONT STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver Health Secretary Wes Streeting is to hold a showdown meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid the ongoing Labour Party crisis. The encounter comes as the Prime Minister faces calls to resign from numerous Members Of Parliament and several ministerial resignations. FULL REPORT: TELEGRAPH.CO.UK/politics/2026/05/12/streeting-to-hold-showdown-meeting-with-starmer Daily Mail: "PARALYSED BY LABOUR CHAOS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves / Hugo Duncan The Labour Party's Civil War triggered a markets meltdown – and left the Government 'paralysed'. Keir Starmer was locked in an extraordinary standoff with his MPs last night after he brushed aside calls to quit and told rivals Wes Streeting and Angela to put up or shut up. The Scotsman: "LABOUR WAR AS STARMER CLINGS ON IN DOWNING ST" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Quinn Sir Keir Starmer was clinging on to power last night as outright Civil War broke out within the Labour Party with the resignation of four Junior Ministers and more than 80 MPs calling for the Prime Minister to resign. The Times: "STARMER AND STREETING SET FOR NO 10 SHOWDOWN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Oliver Wright / Aubrey Allegretti / Max Kendix Wes Streeting will confront Sir Keir Starmer over the turmoil engulfing the government today after the Prime Minister defied calls to quit. Morning Star: "CLINGING ON" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray The Labour Party leader Keir Starmer is clinging on to power as he faces a direct showdown with Health Secretary Wes Streeting amid a crumbling premiership. Multiple ministers have resigned from the government following poor Local Election results and deepening internal party splits at Downing Street. Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Tuesday 12 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. The Daily Telegraph: "TIME TO GO, CABINET TELLS STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver Senior Cabinet Ministers and 76 Labour Party MPs have called on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to quit. The revolt follows his speech and Local Election losses. Allies of potential successors are active as the leadership crisis deepens. FULL REPORT: TELEGRAPH.CO.UK/politics/2026/05/11/starmer-relaunch-backfires-as-mps-call-for-him-to-quit Metro (South Edition): "STARMER EYES BRITISH STEEL AS PLOTS THICKEN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luke Alsford A mayor has given Prime Minister Keir Starmer until the The Labour Party conference in September 2026 to improve the party's popularity, which has fallen to 15 per cent after Local Election losses. She warned of potential ousting by MPs if no progress is made. Metro Sport (North Edition) [Sport/Back Page]: "GERS' LACKED FIGHT FOR TITLE QUEST" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Fraser Rorison Rangers Football Club defender Emmanuel Fernandez has denied a mentality problem but admitted the team lacked fight in their title quest. The Light Blues suffered consecutive defeats and must improve toughness. Other stories include Aberdeen manager urging victory over former club. Daily Mirror: "REBELS TURN ON STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lizzy Buchan Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a major Labour Party rebellion following Local Election losses. More than 70 MPs are calling for his resignation and attention has turned to Andy Burnham as a potential successor. Angela Rayner has held private meetings amid the crisis. Lancashire Telegraph: "MASKED ARSONISTS' 2.30AM CAFE ATTACK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Shuiab Khan The owners of Café Raha in Blackburn have vowed to reopen the business following an arson Attack early on 11 May 2026. Masked men smashed windows and set fire to the prayer area at 02:30. Police are investigating the suspected targeted incident. Staff plan to reopen on Tuesday. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/26096118.owners-vow-reopen-blackburn-cafe-arson-attack Financial Times: "STARMER 'RESET' SPEECH MET WITH RISING TIDE OF MPS URGING HIM TO MOVE ASIDE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jim Pickard / Lucy Fisher / George Parker Prime Minister Keir Starmer's reset speech has been met with calls from more than 60 Labour Party MPs for him to step aside. There have been flurries of resignations and signs of leadership agitation from Wes Streeting. Keir Starmer has vowed not to walk away. Scottish Daily Mail: "STARMER ON THE BRINK AS CABINET MINISTER TELL HIM IT'S TIME TO GO" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's premiership was in freefall last night as Cabinet Ministers urged him to quit. The Guardian: "STARMER'S SURVIVAL ON THE LINE AS CABINET MINISTERS URGE HIM TO QUIT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pippa Crerar / Jessica Elgot More than 60 Labour Party MPs have demanded that Prime Minister Keir Starmer set a timetable for his resignation. The calls follow his speech in which he refused to quit. MPs cite his unpopularity and poor Local Election results as reasons for the revolt. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2026/may/11/more-than-60-labour-mps-call-on-starmer-to-set-timetable-to-quit The West Australian (Australia): "WELCOME TO PERTH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Caitlyn Rintoul Health Minister Mark Butler has stated that HantaVirus lacks pandemic potential after an outbreak on a Cruise Ship near Spain's Canary Islands. A repatriation flight with six Australians and one New Zealander is heading to Perth for three weeks of quarantine at a former bushfire centre. The group remains asymptomatic. FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/business/health/health-minister-insists-hantavirus-doesnt-have-pandemic-potential-reveals-repatriation-flight-bound-for-wa-c-22265479 Daily Record: "KEIR'S TO BLAME FOR SNP WIN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Chris McCall Scottish Labour Party MPs have demanded that Prime Minister Keir Starmer resign following poor Local Election results in Scotland. One parliamentary Private Secretary has resigned to add to the pressure. Keir Starmer has taken responsibility but pledged to continue with new policies. FULL REPORT: DailyRecord.co.uk/news/politics/keir-starmer-faces-growing-rebellion-37142298 The I Paper: "STARMER MUTINY GROWS WITH LABOUR PARTY IN OPEN REVOLT AGAINST PM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Richard Vaughan / Caroline Wheeler / Kitty Donaldson / Arj Singh / Jane Merrick / Chloe Chaplain Senior Cabinet Ministers have told Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to consider resigning amid a growing Labour Party revolt. More than 70 MPs have joined the calls, with several parliamentary private secretaries resigning to increase the pressure. The Times: "CABINET TURNS ON STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Oliver Wright / Geraldine Scott The cabinet has turned on Prime Minister Keir Starmer with calls for him to set a timetable for departure. More than 75 MPs have urged him to go and Wes Streeting is preparing a leadership move. Daily Star: "YOU HAVE BEEN MURDERED YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM NUMBER 10" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Josh Whorms Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in crisis after parliamentary private secretaries resigned and joined calls for him to quit. Over 80 Labour Party MPs, including Cabinet Ministers, have demanded a timetable for departure. The pressure follows poor local Election Results. The Independent: "STREETING 'POISED FOR LEADERSHIP BID' BUT PM VOWS TO FIGHT ON" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox / Millie Cooke / Athena Stavrou / Dan Haygarth Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has urged Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to consider his position. More than 70 Labour Party MPs have called for leadership change after Local Election defeats. Health Secretary Wes Streeting is expected to launch a leadership bid soon. FULL REPORT: INDEPENDENT.CO.UK/news/uk/politics/keir-starmer-labour-leadership-quit-speech-b2974425.html Morning Star: "CANCEL THE CONTRACTS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Christope Domec Campaigners, union representatives and Amnesty International have called on the NHS to end all contracts with Palantir after the company gained unlimited access to patient data. Concerns include risks to data security and the firm’s links to controversial military and immigration programmes. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/campaigners-and-union-reps-demand-nhs-cease-all-contracts-palantir Morning Star (Sport/Back Page): "HAMMERS WANT CLARITY AFTER VAR CONTROVERSY" LEAD SPORT CORRESPONDENT: Morning Star Editorial West Ham United will contact the Professional Game Match Officials body regarding a controversial disallowed goal against Arsenal on 10 May 2026. The decision followed a VAR review after an alleged foul on the goalkeeper during a corner. The club seeks clarity on consistency in set-piece rulings. State Times (India): "NO POWER CAN MAKE INDIA BOW OR YIELD TO PRESSURE: MODI" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that no power can force India to bow or yield to any pressure. He emphasised the country’s steadfast position on sovereignty and international matters amid current geopolitical tensions. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/no-power-can-make-india-bow-or-yield-to-pressure-modi Daily Express: "PM ON THE EDGE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown More than 80 Labour Party MPs, including Cabinet Ministers, have urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer to set a timetable for resignation following Local Election defeats. Several parliamentary aides have resigned. Starmer vowed to continue in a speech but faces growing pressure for change. FULL REPORT: http://EXPRESS.CO.UK/news/politics/2204336 The Bolton News: "A NEW LEADER AND DEPUTY ARE APPOINTED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Isobel Forbes Bolton Labour has appointed Councillor Akhtar Zaman as their new leader and Councillor Martin Donaghy as Deputy following recent Local Election losses. The party remains the largest on the council but without a majority. The change aims to rebuild public trust after disappointing results. FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/26092515.bolton-labour-names-councillor-akhtar-zaman-new-leader Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 07 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. The Independent: "STARMER'S PLEA FOR VOTES AS LABOUR BRACES FOR DISASTER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has issued a final plea for voters in today's Local Elections to choose unity over division as Labour braces for disaster. A YouGov poll predicts Reform will push The Labour Party into second place in England and third in Scotland. The West Australian (Australia): "RITA'S STAMP OF APPROVALS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica Page Western Australia's 2026 state budget includes a stamp duty package aimed at outpacing the price boom, with first-home buyers offered up to $100,000 relief. The measures seek to support housing affordability. FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/politics/state-politics/2026-state-budget-stamp-duty-package-aiming-to-outpace-price-boom-as-first-home-buyers-given-100k-relief-c-22241084 Metro (North Edition): "IT'S POLL TO PLAY FOR" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Katrine Bussey Scotland goes to the polls today in the Holyrood Election 2026. First Minister John Swinney's dream of an overall majority is on a knife-edge, according to polling expert Professor Sir John Curtice. The Tablet (United States): "CALLING IT A DAY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Paula Katinas A Brooklyn street sign has been unveiled to honour Dorothy Day. The tribute recognises the social activist and co-founder of the Catholic Worker Movement in New York. FULL REPORT: TheTablet.ORG/brooklyn-street-sign-honors-dorothy-day The Daily Telegraph: "UNIONS WILL TELL STARMER TO GO AFTER POLL ROUT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ben Riley-Smith / Tony Diver / Daniel Martin Union bosses have turned on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer ahead of an expected Local Election bloodbath, citing his failure to deliver the change he promised. The Oldham Times: "MAN DIED AFTER 'CARE FAILINGS'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Charlotte Hall A 69-year-old father in Oldham discovered his house in multiple occupation infested with maggots. The conditions were reported in the property where he was living in Greater Manchester. FULL REPORT: TheOldhamTimes.co.uk/news/26064598.oldham-dad-69-found-hmo-with-maggots-legs Daily Express: "TAXI FOR STARMER TIME, SURELY!" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown Kemi Badenoch has said that The Labour Party's expected Local Elections humiliation today may be the end of the road for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Voters across Scotland, England and Wales are going to the polls in what is the biggest set of ballots for two years. Great Southern Herald (Australia): "SALUTE TO A BRAVE VOLLIE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Georgia Campion Ravensthorpe farmer Mark Mudie has been memorialised for International Firefighters Day in recognition of his service. The tribute highlights his contributions to the firefighting community in Great Southern region of Western Australia. FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/countryman/news/ravensthorpe-farmer-mark-mudie-memorialised-for-international-firefighters-day-for-his-service-c-22229961 Morning Star: "LOOKS LIKE YOUR NUMBER'S UP, PM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray The Labour Party are facing potential election challenges described as a doomsday scenario in the latest analysis. The report examines the party's current political standing and future prospects. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/labour-facing-election-doomsday Westmeath Independent (Ireland): "'SHE'D HAVE LOVED TO BE HERE TODAY'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rebekah O'Reilly The official naming ceremony for the Mary O'Rourke bridge in Athlone took place on Friday. Family members said "She'd have loved to be here today" as the late politician was honoured at the riverside event attended by the Mayor of Athlone-Moate Municipal District and other dignitaries. Metro (South Edition): "S.O.S. SAVE OUR SUMMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Hooper Operation S.O.S. Save Our Summer brings hope for holiday flights as oil prices dip over a potential United States peace deal in the Middle East. President Donald Trump has warned Iran to make a deal or strikes will resume at an even higher level. Bury Times: "FORMER TEACHER ON 'UPSKIRTING' CHARGE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruby Watson A former supply teacher in Bury has been charged with sex offences. The case involves allegations relating to the individual’s previous role in the Greater Manchester area. FULL REPORT: BuryTimes.co.uk/news/26071000.bury-former-supply-teacher-charged-sex-offences Daily Mirror: "NO CARE NO CLUE NO THANKS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Simon Murphy Daily Mirror has exposed several Reform UK candidates in the Local Elections as an "Oswald Mosley fan", a retiree who branded Muslims "scum", and others with BNP links or racist posts. Nigel Farage's party faces fresh questions over vetting ahead of Thursday’s polls. Melton Times: "CLUB NETS BIG AWARD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie A Football Club in Melton is preparing for a special day to celebrate their journey from humble beginnings to royal recognition. The event will honour the club's achievements and community role. FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/news/people/from-humble-beginnings-to-royal-recognition-football-club-prepares-for-special-day-8478248 The Times: "DEAL OR WE'LL BOMB YOU TO HELL, TRUMP WARNS IRAN LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: George Grylls / Haroon Janjua President Donald Trump has said there is a "very good chance" of the Iran War ending after he offered Tehran concessions, including allowing an eventual return of uranium enrichment to the same levels as under the deal negotiated by President Barack Obama, according to a leaked memo. State Times (India): "BORDER VILLAGES NO LONGER LAST, NOW INDIA'S FIRST VILLAGES: LG CREDITS MODI" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial Border villages in India are no longer the last but now the first villages, according to the Lieutenant Governor who credited Prime Minister Modi for the transformation. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/border-villages-no-longer-last-now-indias-first-villages-lg-credits-pm-modi Daily Star: "RAT BUG VICTIMS IN UK..." LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Abigail Hunt Two people who were passengers on the HantaVirus stricken cruise ship have returned to United Kingdom and are now self-isolating. It is believed the rat bug was picked up by a pair of Dutch twitchers after they visited a tip. The Spalding & South Holland Voice: "ANGER OVER HOME RESPITE CLOSURE BID" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Richard Rush Anger has erupted over Lincolnshire County Council plans to close a Spalding respite home for adults with specialist needs. Staff and users of Cedar House voiced shock at the decision to move attendees to private Care Homes. FULL REPORT: SpaldingVoice.co.uk/spalding-respite-centre-set-to-close The Scotsman: "SNP'S ELECTION LEAD TIGHTENS AS SCOTLAND HEADS TO POLLS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alistair Grant / Andrew Quinn John Swinney's hopes of winning a majority at the Holyrood Election are fading as British people cast their votes today with a series of polls suggesting The SNP’s lead is tightening. Messenger Newspapers: "IT'S TIME TO DECIDE AS ELECTION DAY IS HERE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Richardson Frustration has grown over Trafford's complicated Local Elections process. Local residents and officials have raised concerns about the administrative challenges affecting the borough in Greater Manchester. FULL REPORT: MessengerNewspapers.co.uk/news/26075429.frustration-boils-traffords-complicated-election The Times Scotland: "LINDEN 'SHOULD APOLOGISE' TO SEXUAL ABUSE VICTIMS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Marc Horne / Tim Bugler John Swinney has urged a former SNP council leader to apologise to his victims after he was jailed for 18 months for multiple sexual offences against teenagers and young men. The Yorkshire Post: "REEVES IS URGED 'CUT FUEL DUTY OVER WAR'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn Rachel Reeves should introduce a temporary 10p fuel duty cut and lower Speed Limits to combat rising oil prices linked to the war in Iran, according to a think-tank close to the Labour government. The Institute for Public Policy Research report warns of up to £8 billion annual costs to The Treasury and suggests measures including an energy price cap at £2,000, Scottish Daily Mail: "SWINNEY'S DAY OF RECKONING" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Scottish Daily Mail Editorial Voters go to the polls today in a high-stakes Holyrood Election that could shape Scotland's future and deliver a reckoning for The SNP after 19 years in power. Scottish Daily Mail urges tactical voting for the strongest pro-Union candidate to deny John Swinney a majority and block plans for a second Independence Referendum. Albany Advertiser (Australia): "HYDRO HALTED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Melissa Shiel The Health Minister has confirmed that the hydrotherapy pool space at Albany Health Campus will be repurposed and will not reopen. The facility will be adapted for other health services at Western Australian campus. FULL REPORT: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/hydrotherapy-pool-space-at-albany-health-campus-to-be-repurposed-health-minister-confirms-it-wont-reopen--c-22241406 The National: "YES, SCOTLAND NEEDS CHANGE... TO VOTE FOR INDEPENDENCE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Xander Elliards A final Survation MRP poll predicts the SNP will fall short of an outright majority with 59 seats at tomorrow's Holyrood Election. However, a pro-independence majority remains almost certain with the Scottish Greens projected to win 16 seats. Lancashire Telegraph: "FATAL ATTACK WAS IN SELF-DEFENCE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nat Goodlad In the Luke Harden murder trial, the accused has denied kicking or stamping during the incident. The case is continuing at court in Lancashire. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/26084041.luke-harden-trial---murder-accused-never-kicked-stamped The I Paper: "STARMER SET TO SIGNAL THAT UK IS ON PATH TO A SOFTER BREXIT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Arj Singh / Caroline Wheeler Sir Keir Starmer is poised to make a major intervention on the European Union within weeks, signalling a path to an even softer Brexit. Daily Record: "SNP WERE WARNED ABOUT PAEDO AND DID NOTHING"
LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Paul Hutcheon The SNP have been accused of ignoring warnings about Jordan Linden, a sex pest Council Leader, who was jailed yesterday. Jordan Linden sexually assaulted five males (including a 15-year-old) and sent filthy photographs of himself. Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Wednesday 06 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. The Guardian: "LABOUR UNDER PRESSURE AFTER UK BORROWING COSTS HIT 28-YEAR HIGH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alex Daniel / Heather Stewart United Kingdom 30-year borrowing costs have hit their highest level since 1998 amid oil price surges and political instability from the Middle East conflict. HSBC reported a four hundred million dollar (three hundred and ten million pound) fraud-related charge as part of its results. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/business/live/2026/may/05/hsbc-400m-uk-fraud-charge-rachel-reeves-scott-bessent-row-stock-markets-car-sales-live-updates The Bolton News: "EX-TEACHER IS CHARGED WITH 'UPSKIRTING'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruby Watson Former supply teacher Abusali Rahman from Salford has been charged with child sex offences including upskirting and AI-generated indecent images at Greater Manchester schools. Thirteen girls aged 13 to 16 are alleged victims between December 2023 and June 2025. He remains remanded in Police Custody. FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/26071035.bolton-former-supply-teacher-charged-sex-offences Daily Record: "YOUR CHANCE TO CHANGE SCOTLAND" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Daily Record Editorial Scotland's voters go to the polls tomorrow in a Local Election that could change the direction of the country after 19 years of SNP government. The vote is seen as a chance to fix the broken nation and deliver a brighter future. State Times (India): "CM EMPHASIZES ON TRANSLATING BUDGET ANNOUNCEMENTS INTO TANGIBLE OUTCOMES ON GROUND" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial The Chief Minister has emphasised the need to translate budget announcements into tangible outcomes on the ground with a focus on efficiency and transparency. He urged officials to ensure the financial plans deliver real benefits for citizens through effective implementation. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/cm-emphasizes-on-translating-budget-announcements-into-tangible-outcomes-on-ground Daily Express: "'UNREMOVABLE'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Knowles Figures reveal only 0.5 per cent of small boat arrivals from Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq and Eritrea have been deported since 2018. Just 495 of 96,002 migrants were returned while more were sent to Ireland than Afghanistan. Critics described the situation as a complete systemic breakdown. FULL REPORT: EXPRESS.CO.UK/news/politics/2202136 Scottish Daily Mail: "FINDLAY'S ELECTION BATTLE CRY TO SECURE THE UNION" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley Russell Findlay has urged voters not to end up with 'serious buyer's remorse' by unintentionally letting in The SNP at tomorrow's Local Elections. Morning Star: "BIG FOUR BANKS MAKE £14BN IN THREE MONTHS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre Unions have called for a "common sense" increase to the bank Windfall Tax after the Big Four made £13.8 billion in the first quarter of 2026. The Daily Telegraph: "STARMER COULD COST US ELECTION, SAYS WELSH LEADER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Amy Gibbons Welsh Labour leader Baroness Morgan has admitted that Sir Keir Starmer could cost the party control of Wales in the Local Elections. She described the Prime Minister as an issue on the doorstep amid concerns over devolution and local issues. FULL REPORT: TELEGRAPH.CO.UK/politics/2026/05/05/baroness-morgan-admits-starmer-cost-labour-control-wales Daily Star: "TALE OF THE VAPE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Will Stone Angela Rayner quit vaping after her kids dubbed her the "Vape Dragon". Pundits say she wants to look "prime ministerial". Financial Times: "LONG TERM BORROWING COSTS HIGHEST IN DECADES AS PROLONGED INFLATION LOOMS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ian Smith / Emily Herbert / Sam Fleming United Kingdom's long-term borrowing costs climbed to their highest level since 1998, as a deepening of Strait Of Hormuz crisis added to fears the economy faces a prolonged period of higher inflation. FULL REPORT: http://FT.COM/content/755ebf5e-566a-4209-811e-f277a456fa6f The Scotsman: "PARENTS USING AI IN RISING ONLINE ABUSE OF TEACHERS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Catriona Stewart Parents are using Artificial Intelligence and covert recordings of teachers as part of a rising tide of harassment in British schools. Staff have reported "stress and significant harm" as they increasingly face threats, verbal attacks and online abuse. The Guardian Australia: "RBA INTEREST RATES: MICHELE BULLOCK SAYS AUSTRALIANS POORER WITH 'NO WAY OUT' AS SHE WARNS OF MORE RATE HIKES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Commins / Luca Ittimani The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased Interest Rates to 4.35 per cent as governor Michele Bullock warned Australians are poorer due to surging oil prices from the US-Israel war on Iran. She said there is no way out and further rate hikes could be required. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/australia-news/2026/may/05/rba-interest-rate-decision-reserve-bank-australia-rates-inflation The Times: "NEW POWERS TO TREAT IRAN PROXIES AS FOREIGN SPIES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Matt Dathan / Steven Swinford / George Greenwood / George Grylls New details have emerged of Iranian efforts to recruit proxies and spies in Britain for terror and espionage. A convicted petty criminal was offered fifty thousand Euros (forty three thousand pounds) to spy on an opposition television station in London. FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/crime/article/terror-law-iran-proxies-spies-pmlxp99kn Metro (South Edition): "'A TARGET ON THE BACK OF UK IRAN CRITICS'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luke Alsford Iranian exiles in United Kingdom fear they feature on pro-regime kill lists after being doxed on a Telegram channel. Activist Ali Taranssari said the detailed leaks put targets on their backs and appear backed by Tehran. Counter-terrorism police are investigating the intimidation campaign. FULL REPORT: METRO.CO.UK/2026/05/05/iranian-exiles-fear-pro-regime-kill-lists-doxed-telegram-28243062 Lancashire Telegraph: "IS A NEW STATION ON TRACK FOR THE AREA?" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Bill Jacobs The creation of a new Railway Station in Blackburn With Darwen and the long-awaited extension of the East Lancashire line from Colne to Skipton have been identified as priorities for the new Lancashire Combined County Authority. The National: "SWINNEY'S LETTER TO SCOTS AHEAD OF VOTE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: The National Editorial John Swinney has issued a Local Election rallying call to British people with a pledge to support people through tough times. The SNP leader urged voters to back his party ahead of the polls to address the economic pressures facing the country. Daily Mirror: "WE'RE STILL ONLY ONES ON YOUR SIDE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lizzy Buchan Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged voters to choose progress over the politics of anger in the Local Elections. He highlighted Labour Party's achievements and criticised rivals including Nigel Farage, Kemi Badenoch and Zack Polanski for failing to meet the challenges facing the country. The Times Scotland: "POLL SHOWS SNP FALLING SHORT OF A MAJORITY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Daniel Sanderson The SNP are set to be denied a majority by unionist tactical voting in key seats in tomorrow's Local Election, a final projection by YouGov has found. Daily Mail: "THIRTY GREEN CANDIDATES PROBED OVER ANTI-SEMITISM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Kelly / Natalie Lisbona More than thirty Green Party council candidates are being investigated over alleged Anti-Semitism. The shocking figure exposes what is called as a mockery of The Green Party's claims to have tackled the issue ahead of tomorrow's Local Elections. Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Tuesday 05 May 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. The Guardian: "TRUMP'S BID TO REOPEN HORMUZ PUSHES REGION BACK TO THE BRINK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Julian Borger Iran has stated that ships guided by United States through Strait Of Hormuz must coordinate with their Armed Forces. United States has launched Project Freedom to assist trapped ships in the Gulf following the Iran war, with shipping executives responding cautiously. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/world/2026/may/04/shipping-bosses-nervous-trump-plan-to-guide-vessels-strait-of-hormuz-iran The Scotsman: "AMBULANCE WAITS FOR HIGH RISK PATIENTS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alistair Grant More than 1,000 higher-risk patients have waited longer than an hour for an ambulance in Britain over the past five years, figures suggest. Albany Advertiser (Australia): "'LIGHT OF OUR LIFE IS GONE'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Melissa Sheil / Jacki Elezovich The family of Mt Barker man Sean Lynch, killed in a Menang Drive crash, has remembered him as forever 22. They described him as the light of their life following the 4WD rollover. FULL REPORT: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/heartbroken-family-of-mt-barker-man-sean-lynch-killed-in-menang-drive-crash-remembers-him-as-forever-22-c-22230543 The Daily Telegraph: "MET SEEKS UK TRIAL FOR MADELEINE SUSPECT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Evans Metropolitan Police in London, United Kingdom are involved in proceedings related to the trial of Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner. FULL REPORT: TELEGRAPH.CO.UK/news/2026/05/04/met-uk-trial-madeleine-mccann-suspect-christian-brueckner Daily Express: "FAN BAN POLICE TSAR CAMPAIGNS WITH MAN BEHIND VILE ABUSE LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Richard Ashmore Simon Foster - a Police leader - slated over a ban on Jewish football fans campaigned with a Labour Party candidate whose husband was linked to vile antisemitic abuse. The Independent: "TOP POLLSTER: STARMER WILL NOT LEAD LABOUR INTO GENERAL ELECTION" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Millie Cooke Top pollster Sir John Curtice has warned that it is a question of when, not if, Sir Keir Starmer is forced to resign as Prime Minister. The Labour Party are facing significant seat losses in the Local Elections with Reform UK predicted to gain the most seats. FULL REPORT: INDEPENDENT.CO.UK/news/uk/politics/keir-starmer-john-curtice-local-elections-b2967994.html The Times Scotland: "LABOUR MPS PLOT STARMER PUTSCH AFTER POLL LOSSES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Maguire / Geraldine Scott Labour Party MPs are discussing plans to demand that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer set a date for his resignation, in a letter inspired by the putsch by Gordon Brown's allies against Tony Blair in 2006. Daily Star: "BITEMARE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Dubas-Fisher Doctors are seeing a rise in the number of folk attending local Medical Facilities with spider bites. Experts are blaming False Widows. Edinburgh Evening News: "BRAINWAVE PRINT IS OFF TO THE MET" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rachel Fergusson When fashion teacher Nadia Pinkney checked her long-neglected LinkedIn account last September, the last thing she expected to find was a message from one of the world's most famous art curators. Morning Star: "REFORM SLAMMED FOR TRUMP-STYLE DEPORTATION BID" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Christophe Domec Campaigners have criticised Reform UK’s plan to locate migrant detention centres in The Green Party constituencies. Reform UK's Home Affairs spokesperson Zia Yusuf said the approach was the fairest given The Greens Party's open border policy. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/straight-out-donald-trumps-playbook Metro (South Edition): "STARMER WALKS EU TIGHTROPE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sophie Wingate Sir Keir Starmer is seeking closer ties with European Union at a summit in Armenia. Opponents have accused 10 Downing Street of unpicking Brexit after reports of a £1 billion pay to play deal. The Yorkshire Post: "CALL OVER ASYLUM HOTELS TENSIONS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn Poor planning and weak communication around asylum hotels are allowing rumours and misinformation to spread and fuelling tensions in communities, the Institute for Public Policy Research report has found. The accommodation has become flashpoints for frustration due to lack of local input and transparency. State Times (India): "SAFFRON WAVE IN BENGAL, ASSAM; VIJAY'S TVK HOLDS TRUMP CARD IN TN, SOLITARY WIN FOR CONGRESS IN KERALA" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial The BJP achieved gains described as a saffron wave in Bengal and Assam. Vijay's TVK party holds the Trump card in Tamil Nadu while Congress secured a solitary win in Kerala. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/saffron-wave-in-bengal-assam-vijays-tvk-holds-trump-card-in-tn-solitary-win-for-congress-in-kerala Daily Mirror: ""STOP HIM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lucy Thornton Pensioners including 93-year-old Dorothy Devereux have written an open letter urging voters not to support Reform UK in the Local Elections. The party-run council had considered closing their care home to save money. Scottish Daily Mail: "VOTE TO STOP SNP PLANS FOR NEVERENDUM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley SNP leader John Swinney has said he would begin talks on another Independence Referendum on day one if the party wins a majority in Thursday's Holyrood Election. Opponents warned this would plunge Scotland into fresh constitutional chaos and divert focus from Public Services and the Cost-Of-Living crisis. The Times: "LABOUR MPS PLOT STARMER PUTSCH AFTER POLL LOSSES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Patrick Maguire / Geraldine Scott Labour Party MPs are discussing plans to demand that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer set a date for his resignation, in a letter inspired by the putsch by Gordon Brown's allies against Tony Blair in 2006. Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 30 April 2026. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. Daily Mirror: "TERROR ON OUR STREETS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Lines A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing two Jewish men, one in Golders Green, North London. The incident, treated as a terrorist event with possible antisemitic motives, was stopped by heroic Shomrim volunteers who confronted and helped restrain the knifeman. Counter Terror Police are investigating. Metro (North Edition): "LORDING IT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Craig Stuart Reform UK Scotland leader Malcolm Offord has been accused of owning six homes, five cars and six boats. First Minister John Swinney called him "tone deaf and out of touch", while The Green Party promised an "Offord Tax" on the super-wealthy. Malcolm Offord said he has paid £45 million in tax. The Bolton News: "'DANGER DRIVER' SENT TO PRISON FOR 27 MONTHS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dan Dougherty A Bolton motorist has been jailed for 27 months after causing life-changing injuries to a pedestrian in a high-speed crash. Killian Smith was driving nearly double the 30MPH Speed Limit when he hit Jawar Khan on Bradford Street. He was also sentenced concurrently for coercive and controlling behaviour towards his ex-partner. The Daily Telegraph: "JEW HATE OUT OF CONTROL IN UK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Evans / Patrick Sawer / Fiona Parker / Samuel Montgomery Anti-semitic attacks are out of control in United Kingdom, Israel has said, after two Jewish men were stabbed in a Terror Attack in Golders Green. Daily Star: "TERROR ON BRIT STREETS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Abigail Hunt A knifeman stalked and stabbed two Jews within four minutes in a bloody rampage near a London synagogue. A suspect was in Police Custody. Great Southern Herald (Australia): "A PAUSE FOR THE BRAVE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Amy Towers Hundreds of people gathered at Katanning's war memorial in the early hours of Anzac Day, with a strong community turnout honouring those who have served in the Armed Forces. Scottish Daily Mail: "ANTI-SEMITISM IS OUT OF CONTROL IN UK WARNS ISRAEL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Jehring / Kamal Sultan / Rebecca Camber Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer was warned Anti-Semitism is a 'National Emergency' after another Terror Attack in the heart of Britain’s Jewish Community. The Times: "UK ANTISEMITISM 'OUT OF CONTROL' AFTER JEWS KNIFED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Woode / Matt Dathan / Fiona Hamilton / Jessica Sharkey / Lara Wildenberg Antisemitism is the "biggest National Emergency since COVID", Britain's terrorism watchdog has said after two Jewish men were stabbed in the daytime in Northwest London. Messenger Newspapers: "'MOVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kent Lawlor The timeline for Manchester United’s new 100,000-seater stadium remains "slightly uncertain" but the £2 billion Old Trafford regeneration project is "moving in the right direction", according to Lord Sebastian Coe, chair of the Mayoral Development Corporation. Land acquisition continues to prove complicated. Daily Express: "'THESE ATTACKS ARE AN ATTACK ON BRITAIN ITSELF'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Knowles Keir Starmer has been warned the Golders Green stabbing of two Jewish men is a "National Emergency" amid an epidemic of antisemitic violence. The suspected Terrorist Attack has sparked fury and calls to ban pro-Palestine marches, with Boris Johnson, Kemi Badenoch, Chief Rabbi and Metropolitan Police's Sir Mark Rowley demanding urgent action to protect Britain's Jewish community. The Scotsman: "DRONES AND SUSPECT SHIPS TARGET NORTH SEA PLATFORMS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alison Campsie Unexplained drones and suspected "reconnaisance" ships have been reported around North Sea installations as calls have been made for greater focus on the security risk posed to the offshore sector. State Times (India): "LG CALLS FOR SYNCHRONIZED SECURITY GRID TO COUNTER EMERGING THREATS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: State Times Editorial Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level security review meeting, directing seamless coordination among police, civil administration and security forces to create a robust, impenetrable security grid against emerging threats. The Times Scotland: "UK ANTISEMITISM 'OUT OF CONTROL' AFTER JEWS KNIFED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Woode / Matt Dathan / Fiona Hamilton / Jessica Sharkey / Lara Wildenberg Antisemitism is the "biggest National Emergency since COVIC", Britain's terrorism watchdog has said after two Jewish men were stabbed in the daytime in Northwest London. Jewish News: "BULL$#@# BINGO" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Annabel Sinclair / Lee Harpin / Hen Mazzig Jewish News leads with "Bulls#@# Bingo" Front Page mocking clichéd responses to the Golders Green terror stabbing of two Jewish men. Columnist Hen Mazzig insists British Jews need more than just words amid a surge in antisemitism. Melton Times: "NEW LEADER ELECTED AFTER VOTE DRAMA" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie Councillor Ronan Browne has been elected the new leader of Melton Borough Council after a tied 14-14 vote, with The Conservative Party regaining control. He pledged to work collaboratively with all politicians and the community to represent residents during upcoming local government reforms. Daily Mail: "ANTI-SEMITISM IS OUT OF CONTROL IN UK WARNS ISRAEL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Jehring / Kamal Sultan / Rebecca Camber Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer was warned Anti-Semitism is a 'National Emergency' after another Terror Attack in the heart of Britain’s Jewish Community. The National: "BOATS BOAST BACKFIRES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lucy Jackson The Scottish Greens have pledged to introduce an "Offord tax" after Reform UK's Scottish leader "boasted" about owning six homes, five cars and six boats in a live TV debate. Bury Times: "7 YEARS FOR ROLE IN TEEN'S DEATH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruby Watson A teenager has been sentenced to seven years in a young offender institution for the manslaughter of 19-year-old Mohammed Afzal in a Bury stabbing. Abbas Hussain stabbed him seven times outside Power League on Market Street last August. The victim’s family spoke of their lifelong grief. Metro (South Edition): "BITTERSWEET... BUT MY THEO SAVED 4 LIVES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Hooper A mother has made a bittersweet organ donation appeal after her eight-year-old son Theo's death saved four lives. Theo's kidneys, pancreas and liver went to three people, including a father. His mum said the legacy helped others despite her grief. The Guardian: "POLICE DECLARE TERRORIST ATTACK AFTER TWO JEWISH MEN STABBED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Vikram Dodd / Aamna Mohdin Metropolitan Police are declaring the stabbing of two men in London as terrorism, with the suspect described as hunting for anyone "visibly Jewish" to attack. Albany Advertiser (Australia): "CITY MAKES COOK'S CUT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Melissa Sheil Albany has been named among seven regional cities "critical" to West Australia's future economic growth, with the region to be bolstered with 26 new homes for frontline workers by 2030. The Oldham Times: "KILLED IN PATH OF AN 80MPH POLICE PURSUIT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica Rothwell An Oldham mother who died after a police car in a high-speed pursuit crashed into her vehicle had "no reason" to expect it travelling at 80MPH, a court has heard. Police Officer Mark Burrows is on trial for causing death by dangerous driving in Royton in 2022. Lancashire Telegraph: "MAN BIT CHUNKS OUT OF GIRLFRIEND'S FACE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jack Stott Burnley man Matthew Nadin has been given a life sentence with a minimum term of six-and-a-half years for a brutal knife attack on his girlfriend in which he bit chunks from her face and ears. He also assaulted an emergency worker during the incident. |
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