 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.  
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 Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Wednesday 03 December 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. Metro (South Edition): "LAMMY: THE JURY'S OUT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sam Corbishley / Craig Munro Justice Secretary David Lammy faced a double whammy of anger as he announced the end of Jury Trials for thousands of defendants and admitted 12 more convicts have walked free on his watch. FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/12/02/radical-reforms-jury-trials-announced-everything-need-know-25062171  Wexford People (Ireland): "TRIBUTES TO MOTORCYCLE CRASH VICTIM WILLIAM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pádraig Byrne A motorcyclist who lost his life in an early morning road crash in County Wexford has been named locally. William Astley of Castle View, Taghmon, was travelling along the R738 between Taghmon and Larkin's Cross. FULL REPORT: Independent.IE/regionals/wexford/news/motorcyclist-31-who-died-in-fatal-wexford-road-crash-is-named-as-newlywed-construction-worker/a212694490.html  Glasgow Times: "THUG DRAGGED MAN INTO LANE FOR JD BAG" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Connor Gordon A thug dragged a man into a lane for his sports bag in an apparent botched TikTok video. John Wardrope terrified Nathan Voy in Glasgow's City Centre on June 22 2024. FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/25666481.man-dragged-glasgow-city-centre-lane-jd-sports-bag 
Lancashire Telegraph: "CONTROVERSIAL CEMETERY GETS COUNTER PLANS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Bill Jacobs Campaigners opposed to the billionaire Mohsin Issa and Zuber Issa's charitable arm bid to build a controversial new cemetery on land between Oswaldtwistle and Blackburn have proposed using the site for a new Nature Reserve instead. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/25666265.issa-cemetery-opponents-proposed-nature-reserve-alternative 
New Ross Standard (Ireland): "NEW AMBULANCE SERVICE GETS THE GREEN LIGHT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Mongan Plans are progressing for a new ambulance base in Mallow. State-of-the-art new building is expected to cost €1 million and could be completed by the end of next year. FULL REPORT: Independent.IE/regionals/cork/news/plans-for-a-new-cork-ambulance-base-continue-as-tendering-process-to-start-soon/a1857045265.html 
Wirral Globe: "'LOVING' PENSIONER DIES AFTER CRASH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rebecca McGrath Harry Murphy from Seacombe was the front seat passenger in a silver Toyota Yaris which was in collision with a silver Ford Focus on Bidston Link Road at approximately 11:30AM on Wednesday 29 October 2025. Harry Murphy was taken to hospital where he later died from his injuries. FULL REPORT: WirralGlobe.co.uk/news/25659418.wirral-pensioner-dies-involved-car-crash 
Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "JOURNALIST AMONG 4 KILLED IN ISRAELI ATTACKS IN GAZA, WEST BANK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: AP / AFP Israeli Forces killed a journalist and a man near a Refugee Camp in Gaza, Health Workers said, and shot dead two Palestinians in West Bank. FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2624216 
Gorey Guardian (Ireland): "TEEN HONOURED AFTER HE HELPED SAVE MAN'S LIFE IN ASHDOWN PARK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rachel Cahill A Wexford teen - Calem Murphy Kenny - was honoured by Gorey First Responders following his crucial role in saving a man's life while he was at work in a local hotel. 
State Times (India): "OPERATION SINDOOR BEFITTING REPLY TO THOSE NOT UNDERSTANDING LANGUAGE OF PEACE: RAJNATH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Operation Sindoor is proof that India gives a befitting reply to those who do not understand the language of peace and goodwill, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said as he likened the action against terrorism to the strong will and leadership of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/operation-sindoor-befitting-reply-to-those-not-understanding-language-of-peace-rajnath 
The Yorkshire Post: "'UNIQUE' RUNWAY IS 'KEY' FOR AIRPORT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn The size of Doncaster Sheffield Airport's runway is "unique" amongst its regional competitors and was key to persuading Munich Airport International to get on board with the reopening project, the firm's Managing Director has said.  The Scotsman: "ONE IN FOUR SCOT DOCTORS SAY SERVICES ARE 'NORMALLY UNSAFE'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alistair Grant One in four doctors believe services in their department are "normally unsafe", according to damning research by the British Medical Association.  The Guardian (Australia Edition): "BID BY GINA RINEHART'S COMPANY TO BUILD HELIPAD SET TO BE BLOCKED BY CITY OF PERTH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Luca Ittimani Gina Rinehart's company has claimed helicopter pads are a necessity of modern business as it fights to install one at its new headquarters in West Perth. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/business/2025/dec/02/gina-rinehart-helipad-company-headquarters-perth-council-vote-ntwnfb 
Enniscorthy Guardian (Ireland): "ENNISCORTHY LAGGING BEHIND REST OF COUNTY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Simon Bourke With new housing developments continuing to be announced for Gorey and Wexford town, councillors in Enniscorthy have asked why their district appears to be lagging behind. FULL REPORT: Independent.IE/regionals/wexford/enniscorthy-news/wexford-council-urged-to-actively-search-for-land-for-houses-as-enniscorthy-continues-to-lag-behind-other-towns/a644964449.html  Scottish Daily Mail: "CUT-PRICE ROYAL RENTS UNDER FIRE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sam Greenhill An Official Inquiry has been launched into the Royal Family's Crown Estate properties following the scandal of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his 'peppercorn rent' at Royal Lodge. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's rent scandal triggered a probe dragging in other senior royals. FULL REPORT: http://DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15345087  The Bolton News: "TEEN'S THREAT TO SET HIMSELF ON FIRE AT TOWN HALL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harrigan A homeless teenager threatened to set himself on fire at Bolton Town Hall to "get the attention of the council", a court heard. Mohammed Abu Bakr Ibrahim went into One Stop Shop in the Town Hall at approximately 11:40AM on 05 September.  The Daily Telegraph: "TREASURY MANDARIN DRAGGED IN TO OBR ROW" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ben Riley Smith / Dominic Penna / Szu Ping Chan The Treasury’s top Civil Servant has been dragged into the row over whether Rachel Reeves misled the public about the state of the country's finances before the Budget. FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/12/02/top-treasury-civil-servant-dragged-into-budget-fiasco  Edinburgh Evening News: "'CASTLE OUR LAST SCOTTISH SHOW'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Neil Johnstone Iconic alternative rock band Garbage has announced a special performance at Edinburgh Castle next Summer. Edinburgh’s own Shirley Manson, the band's lead singer, is set to come home for the performance at Edinburgh Castle on Saturday 11 July 2026. FULL REPORT: EdinburghNews.Scotsman.com/news/garbage-announces-summer-gig-at-edinburgh-castle-5425265  Daily Mail: "CUT-PRICE ROYAL RENTS UNDER FIRE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sam Greenhill Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's rent scandal triggered a probe dragging in other senior royals. An Official Inquiry has been launched into the Royal Family's Crown Estate properties following the scandal of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his 'peppercorn rent' at Royal Lodge. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15345087   Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Monday 29 September 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in.  The Guardian (Australia Edition): "ALBANESE RALLIES BEHIND STARMER SAYING LABOUR CAN FIGHT BACK THE RISE OF POPULIST RIGHT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom McIlroy Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia, has defended United Kingdom's Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's struggling leadership, insisting the Labour Government has an "absolute resolve" to stand up for democracy and fight Far Right forces in Great Britain. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/australia-news/2025/sep/28/albanese-rallies-behind-starmer-saying-labour-can-fight-back-the-rise-of-populist-right  Morning Star: "'SACK STARMER'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray Sack Starmer was the message from Labour Party members as delegates gathered in Liverpool for a storm-shadowed annual conference. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/sack-starmer  The West Australian (Australia): "BUCKLE UP" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jessica Evensen The Australian State Government have made a last-ditch plea and advertising blitz to change drivers in West Australia's poor behaviours. FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/news/crime/wa-ai-road-cameras-state-government-makes-final-plea-to-motorists-to-change-dangerous-driving-c-20168250  Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Friday 26 September 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. The Independent: "NEW DIGITAL ID CARD TO BE COMPULSORY FOR ALL UK WORKERS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Millie Cooke / Kate Devlin Every working adult in Great Britain will be required to have a new Government-issued Digital Identity Card as part of a fresh attempt to crack down on illegal migration. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce his backing for the "Brit Card" scheme, which would verify an individual's right to live and work in the United Kingdom. FULL REPORT: http://Independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/digital-id-starmer-migration-brit-card-b2833633.html  Lancashire Telegraph: "JAY'S MUM HITS OUT AT 'ARMCHAIR DETECTIVES'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah McGee The mum of Oswaldtwistle's Jay Slater, whose death sparked a huge police and Social Media response says 'armchair detectives' accused her of murdering her own son. Debbie Duncan is now calling for tougher regulations about what can be posted online during Missing Person searches.  Financial Times: "BURNHAM BORROWING SPREE WOULD ROCK GILTS AND HURT STERLING, INVESTORS WARN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ian Smith / George Parker / Jim Pickard / Jennifer Williams Labour Mayor 'financially naïve'. £40BN debt policy stirs alarm. Starmer allies see 'over-reach'. Bond investors have warned that a Labour Party government led by Andy Burnham would spark a fresh sell-off in gilts and the pound if it launched a borrowing spree against a backdrop of fragile markets. FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/c18f8a1a-2cce-4e37-8a6c-a2a463ca72aa  Kashmir Despatch (JAMMU & KASHMIR): "PM MODI'S VISION DRIVING INNOVATION IN J&K: LG SINHA AT ATL SARTHI LAUNCH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is transforming India into a society driven by innovation. Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said India is a Global Leader in Artificial Intelligence.  Barnsley Chronicle: "A DAMN GOOD INNINGS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Josh Timlin Tributes have been paid across the town to Barnsley's own Dickie Bird who has died, aged 92. The Barnsley man played cricket for both Yorkshire and Leicestershire before retiring aged 31. "A global sporting icon, a wonderful ambassador for Barnsley and a friend to anyone he met", says Mayor Dave Leech. FULL REPORT: BarnsleyChronicle.com/article/33202/club-plans-minutes-applause-for-dickie-as-tributes-pour-in  The Guardian (AUSTRALIA EDITION): "FIRST NEW QANTAS AIRBUS JETS COME WITH ONE TOILET FOR EVERY 90 ECONOMY PASSENGERS - WORSE THAN JETSTAR, SCOOT AND RYANAIR" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Catie McLeod The first three aircraft in Qanats' new fleet will arrive with a worse economy passenger-to-toilet ratio than on planes used by budget carriers Scoot, RyanAir and JetStar. After ordering the AirBus 321XLR aircraft in 2022 to replace its ageing Boeing 737s, Qantas used the new planes on commercial flights for the first time on the Sydney to Melbourne and Sydney to Perth routes. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/business/2025/sep/25/qantas-airbus-come-with-one-toilet-for-every-90-economy-passengers-worse-than-jetstar-scoot-and-ryanair 
Glasgow Times: "'IT IS NINE YEARS LATE' LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashley Pemberton People in the East End of Glasgow have waited nine years for a supermarket, part of the promised 2014 Commonwealth Games legacy, that still has not been built, Councillor George Redmond has said. Commonwealth Games looming on the horizon, calls are being made for the legacy of the previous games to be fully delivered before the event begins. FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25496090.councillor-says-east-end-supermarket-nine-years-late  The Daily Telegraph: "STARMER: LABOUR GOT IT WRONG ON MIGRATION" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ben Riley Smith / Charles Hymas Sir Keir Starmer admits that The Labour Party has previously got it wrong on migration, ahead of a speech countering Reform UK. Writing in The Daily Telegraph, Prime Minister acknowledges that before his leadership, the party "did shy away" from voters' concerns on Illegal Immigration.  Daily Star: "KEIR'S CARD TRICK" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ashley Pemberton Sir Keir Rodney Starmer has come up with a plan to crack down on Illegal Migrants working in the UK. ID cards for every adult. Opponents have branded him a plonker.  The Guardian: "MICROSOFT BLOCKS ISRAEL'S USE OF ITS TECHNOLOGY FOR MASS SURVEILLANCE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Harry Davies / Yuval Abraham Microsoft has terminated the Israeli military’s access to technology it used to operate a powerful surveillance system that collected millions of Palestinian civilian phone calls made each day in Gaza and the West Bank, The Guardian can reveal. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/world/2025/sep/25/microsoft-blocks-israels-use-of-its-technology-in-mass-surveillance-of-palestinians  Daily Express: "SCHOOLS SHOULD BAN PHONES TO PROTECT NATION'S PUPILS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jonathan Walker Schools must ban smartphones to protect children from "bullying, online abuse, pornography and other harmful content", Conservatives said. Shadow Education Secretary Laura Trott has written to school inspectors OfSted urging them to make it clear "that phones have no place in the classroom". FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2113516  The West Australian (AUSTRALIA): "ALBO'S HARD EARNED THIRST" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Latika M. Bourke Anthony Albanese has ended his New York trip by rolling into an Aussie-themed bar popular with celebrities after defying United States President Donald Trump in his first speech at United Nations. A day after snapping a selfie with Donald Trump. FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/politics/anthony-albanese-un-speech-pm-champions-green-energy-after-donald-trumps-green-energy-scam-rant-c-20136400  Metro (SOUTH EDITION): "COMPULSORY DIGITAL ID CARDS ARE ON THE CARDS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Hooper Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to announce that all working adults in the United Kingdom will be required to have a Government-issued Digital ID Card. New plans, which Starmer will unveil are hoped to help tackle levels of Illegal Immigration and make it easier to identify if a person can live and work in the United Kingdom – whether a citizen or those on Visas. FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/25/uk-citizens-will-soon-required-a-digital-brit-card-id-24261542  The National: "HOW LONG HAS KEIR GOT LEFT?" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lucy Jackson Thousands of people are signing a petition to stop the rollout of compulsory Digital IDs. It emerged The Labour Party plan for Digital IDs to be made law for all United Kingdom adults, marking the latest screeching U-turn in Keir Starmer's government. FULL REPORT: TheNational.scot/news/25496309.thousands-sign-do-not-introduce-digital-id-cards-petition  Arab News (SAUDI ARABIA): "ABBAS BLASTS 'GREATER ISRAEL' PLAN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas called for an end to the war in Gaza and condemned Israel’s "expansionary plans", in a virtual address to the United Nations General Assembly. He demanded “intervention” to stop Israel’s war in Gaza and settler violence in the West Bank, warning that plans for a "Greater Israel" would encroach upon the territory of other Arab states. FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2616721  Daily Mirror: "PLAYING THE BRITCARD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sophie Huskisson Keir Starmer is set to announce Digital ID cards - so-called "BritCards" - for adults in the UK in a bid to tackle illegal migration. The Prime Minister, who is expected to confirm the move in a speech tomorrow, will allow the verification of a citizen's right to live and work in the UK. FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/politics/breaking-digital-id-cards-set-35966437  The Scotsman: "CHILDREN 'CAN SEE PORN' ON SCHOOL IPADS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Catriona Stewart Children as young as seven can view graphic sexual material on school-issued iPads, it has been claimed. More than 82,000 pupils in two council areas have been given tablets that allow access to search engines that can act as a gateway to extreme images and pornography.  The Bolton News: "TENANT FARM COUPLE FACING LAND SELL-OFF" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harrigan Farmland that was occupied by a couple with "300 years of history" is set to be sold by Bolton Council to "progress housing delivery". David and Karen Yates had opposed their eviction from Earls Farm off Stitch-Mi-Lane in Harwood since they were first served notice in March 2022. FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25491695.earls-farm-bolton-sold-housing-delivery  The Times: "PRESSURE ON PM TO LIFT TWO-CHILD BENEFIT CAP" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Chris Smyth Keir Starmer will be told by a task force before the budget to make the change — but it will cost £3billion a year when Rachel Reeves is trying to plug a spending gap. It bars families from claiming the £292.81-a-month child element of Universal Credit for third and subsequent children born after 6 April 2017. FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/two-child-benefit-cap-keir-starmer-news-qngfl2xb8  Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 25 September 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. City AM: "CITY CHIEFS SOUND THE ALARM ON TAX" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Simon Hunt The chiefs of two of Britain's biggest businesses sounded the alarm over rising costs, regulation, and economic uncertainty amid mounting concern that Chancellor Rachel Reeves will inflict further damage to United Kingdom's competitiveness at the forthcoming Budget. FULL REPORT: CityAM.com/were-already-at-peak-government-inflicted-costs-bt-chief-warns-chancellor 
Morning Star: "'RACIST, SEXIST, XENOPHOBIC'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray London Mayor Sadiq Khan slammed Donald Trump as "racist, sexist, misogynistic and Islamophobic" after the United States President's extraordinary claim that London was under Sharia Law. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/khan-slams-racist-sexist-misogynistic-and-islamophobic-trump  Andytown News (Ireland): "UNDER ATTACK AT SEA" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Conor McParland Fra Hughes, an Ardoyne man who is part of the flotilla trying to break the humanitarian blockade of Gaza by sea, says he is determined to reach the besieged strip of land despite Israeli drone attack.  Folkestone & Hythe Express: "ALL CHANGE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sam Williams Bus Station shuts to pave way for new park project but changes to layout branded 'confusing and ludicrous'. A Bus Station in the Town Centre – which will be transformed into a new Public Park – will close this weekend ahead of renovation works. Folkestone bus station in Bouverie Square is due to be returned to its former use as a community space, with new seating, lawns, walkways, a children's play area and trees part of the plans. FULL REPORT: KentONLINE.co.uk/folkestone/news/bus-station-which-will-become-new-park-to-close-this-weekend-330008 
Albany Advertiser (Australia): "RECORD FOR THE TAKING" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Middleton Ultra Runner Aaron Young is aiming for better the fastest known time, set by Erika Lori, for running the 1,000KM of the Bibbulmun Track while raising funds for This Is A Conversation Starter, a Mental Health charity. FULL STORY: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/ultra-distance-runner-aaron-young-aims-to-run-the-bibbulmun-track-in-fastest-time-and-raise-funds-for-tiacs-c-20062795  The Yorkshire Post: "PM IN DRIVE TO REVIVE HIGH STREETS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ruby Kitchen / Ralph Blackbur Communities are to be promised new powers today to protect their pubs and seize control of struggling High Streets. The Prime Minister is set to pledge "record investment" for deprived areas as he announces The Labou Party's Pride In Place.  The Nationalist (Ireland): "TEENAGER DONATES BONE MARROW TO SICK SISTER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Aoife Sheehan A young teen from Mullinahone, Tipperary has recently received an award for his selflessness from a charity in Ireland. Dylan Quirke (who was born with congenital heart defects) is only 14-years-old and was nominated for the award after donating a litre of his bone marrow to his little sister Sophie. FULL REPORT: TipperaryLive.ie/news/your-community/1902211/tipperary-teenager-receives-award-for-selflessness-after-donating-bone-marrow-to-his-sister.html  Reading Today: "BIKE HUB LAUNCHED IN TOWN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Reading Bike Hub officially opened its doors on 7 September, offering not only cycling services but also a new sense of community and warmth in the heart of Reading. Reading Bike Hub is located next to the George Hotel and The Oracle Shopping Centre. FULL REPORT: RDG.Today/reading-bike-hub-launched-a-web-that-connects-the-town 
Glasgow Times: "'HANDS OFF OUR NURSERY'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ann Fotheringham Council officials will meet parents to discuss the sudden closure of a Glasgow nursery after a row broke out over its future. Glasgow Times reported that families at Penilee Nursery on the Southside of the city were told last week the building was no longer "fit for purpose" and children would be moved into Hillington Primary in around three weeks' time. FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25492218.council-u-turn-glasgow-nursery-closure-consultation-row  The I Paper: "SUDDEN HOPE: BREAKTHROUGH GENE THERAPY CAN TREAT HUNTINGTON'S FOR FIRST TIME" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Families given hope for a brighter future as scientists discover treatment that can slow march of devastating disease. Global clinical trial of one-off treatment slows progression of symtomns by 75%.  Tipperary Star (Ireland): "BLIND GOLFER PUTTING THURLES ON THE MAP" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ryan Grace It’s been a hectic but rewarding season on the greens for Thurles native and avid golfer Darragh Stakelum, whose recent British Open win was quickly followed by a trip to Ontario, Canada, to play back-to-back tournaments. FULL REPORT: TipperaryLive.IE/news/thurles/1901501/long-read-thurles-golfer-darragh-stakelum-follows-british-open-title-with-canada-jaunt.html  Scottish Daily Mail: "STARMER'S TOP AIDE WAS TOLD BY ELECTORAL WATCHDOG THAT DONATIONS HAD TO BE DECLARED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves / Dan Hodges A top Labour Party lawyer advised Keir Starmer's Chief Of Staff to describe £740,000 in 'hidden' donations as an 'admin error', a leaked email reveals. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15126587 
The Independent: "BURNHAM LAUNCHES BLISTERING ATTACK ON 'DIVISIVE' STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Maddox / Millie Cooke Andy Burnham has issued his biggest challenge yet to Sir Keir Starmer, warning the Prime Minister he risks handing Nigel Farage the keys to 10 Downing Street without a change of course. The Greater Manchester Mayor appropaches The Labour Party conference this weekend. FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/starmer-andy-burnham-labour-leader-b2832869.html  State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "ELECTIONS FOR 4 J&K RAJYA SABHA SEATS ON OCTOBER 24: EC" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Biennial elections to fill four Rajya Sabha seats from Jammu and Kashmir, which have been lying vacant since 2021, will be held on 24 October 2025, the Election Commission said on Wednesday. Separately, Rajya Sabha bypoll to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of AAP member from Punjab Sanjeev Arora will also be held on 24 October 2025. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/elections-for-4-jk-rajya-sabha-seats-on-october-24-ec  Metro (South Edition): "KHAN: TRUMP MUST HAVE A CRUSH ON ME" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Noora Mykkanen Sadiq Khan has spoken out about Donald Trump after the pair clashed over the US President’s 'bigoted comments' at the United Nations General Assembly. During his speech at the UN headquarters in New York City, Donald Trump falsely claimed that Sir Sadiq wants to institute Sharia law in London. FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/24/london-mayor-sadiq-khan-says-donald-trump-has-a-crush-me-24248642  The Guardian (Australia Edition): "CHILDCARE EXECUTIVES PAID SIX-FIGURE BONUSES DESPITE OUTRAGE OVER ALLEGED ABUSE AND SAFETY FAILURES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Henry Belot Bosses at Australia's largest for-profit childcare providers received pay rises and bonuses worth up to $500,000 last year, despite multiple safety breaches and the employment of a man subsequently charged with multiple child sexual offences. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/australia-news/2025/sep/24/childcare-executives-paid-six-figure-bonuses-despite-outrage-over-alleged-abuse-safety-failures 
The Daily Telegraph: "BURNHAM: MPS WANT ME TO OUST STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver Andy Burnham has said that MPs are privately urging him to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the leadership of The Labour Party. Giving the clearest hint yet that he's considering a return to Westminster, the Greater Manchester Mayor has declined to rule out challenging the Prime Minister of United Kingdom. FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/09/24/andy-burnham-mps-want-me-to-challenge-starmer/  Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "UN DEMANDS PROBE, ITALY DEPOLYS FRIGATE AFTER ATTACK ON GAZA FLOTILLA" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Agence France-Presse The United Nations called for an investigation into alleged drone "attacks" against a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, saying anyone responsible for the "violations" should be held accountable. FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2616557  Daily Mirror: "STRICTLY STAR THOMAS & THE UNPAID £50K COVID LOAN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Bryant BBC Strictly Come Dancing contestant Thomas Skinner boasted about turning over millions of pounds in the pandemic yet has not paid back a £50,000 COVID-19 loan which he took out from the Government. One of BBC Strictly Come Dancing contestant Thomas Skinner's firms has not paid back a £50,000 COVID-19 bounce back loan - despite the star boasting about turning over "millions" during the pandemic. FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/strictly-tom-skinners-firm-failed-35958344  The Guardian: "PM GAMBLES ON NEW 'LEVELLING UP' FUNDING TO TACKLE RISE OF REFORM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kiran Stacey Deprived areas of the United Kingdom will be given tens of millions of pounds each from a new fund that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hopes will help Labour tackle the threat posed by Reform UK. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2025/sep/24/starmer-gambles-on-levelling-up-style-initiative-to-tackle-reform-threat  Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Wednesday 24 September 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. Metro (South Edition): "U.N. SIM-FARM PLOT SMASHED" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah Hooper A plot to cripple the Phone Network in New York - where Donald Trump has lambasted Global Leaders at the United Nations - has been foiled by Secret Service agents. FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/23/huge-plot-bring-new-yorks-phone-network-points-towards-russia-china-iran-24240743  Lancashire Telegraph: "WHAT A LOAD OF RUBBISH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Shuiab Khan Residents say a Blackburn back alley has become a 'huge fly-tip' with more and more rubbish piled up every day, including excrement. The back alley behind St. Ives Road and Margaret Street in Intack is strewn with rubbish and household furniture. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/25480736.resident-speak-dirtiest-alleyway-blackburn  The Guardian: "'YOUR COUNTRIES ARE GOING TO HELL,' TRUMP TELLS EUROPEAN LEADERS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Roth Donald Trump took the stage at the United Nations General Assembly hall for the first time in six years to launch a full-on assault on the world body, which he described as a feckless, corrupt and pernicious global force that should follow the example of his own leadership. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/23/trump-un-general-assembly-speech  Glasgow Times: "'WE WANT PEOPLE OFF THE STREETS'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Stewart Paterson A lawyer has gone from volunteering, serving meals at a Soup Kitchen, to helping force the council to accommodate homeless people. Nigel Scullion, of Ross Harper law firm, has partnered with Glasgow charity, Homeless Project Scotland, in a bid to get people off the streets. FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25489752.meet-glasgow-lawyer-getting-homeless-people-off-streets  Wicklow People (Ireland): "TERMINALLY ILL MOTHER WANTS TO HELP OTHERS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Eoin Mac Raghnaill Karen O'Reilly - a terminally ill Arklow woman (originally from Coolgreany) has shared the story of her cancer battle in hopes that others might detect early symptoms, while thanking communities.  The National: "SNP MEMBERS TO DEBATE ALTERNATE INDY STRATEGY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Abbi Garton-Crosbie Conference agenda sets stage for bid to amend First Minister's plan in favour of maintaining Scottish National Party's previous approach. John Swinney's Scottish Independence strategy is facing a wrecking amendment from rebel members, the Scottish National Party's conference agenda has confirmed. The Scottish First Minister of Scotland is set to put his plan for Scottish Independence to party members at the SNP conference in Aberdeen in October. FULL REPORT: TheNational.Scot/news/25489665.john-swinney-independence-plan-faces-wrecking-attempt-rebel-members  The Yorkshire Post: "DICKIE BIRD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Chris Warren Chris Warren of Yorkshire Post leads tributes to the late cricket umpiring legend known the world over was 'Barnsley through and through'. FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/sport/cricket/farewell-dickie-bird-legendary-umpire-and-national-treasure-chris-waters-5330305  The I Paper: "REEVES FACING £30BN HOLE AS PRESSURE GROWS FOR TAX HIKES IN HER BUDGET" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Richard Vaughan Rachel Reeves is under pressure to make significant tax hikes in the Budget that could breach her manifesto pledges as she faces a £30bn black hole amid gloomy economic forecasts. FULL REPORT: INews.co.uk/news/politics/reeves-tax-pledge-30bn-gap-inflation-surge-warning-3934934  The Guardian (Australia Edition): "ELON MUSK'S FATHER ACCUSED OF SEXUALLY ABUSING HIS CHILDREN AND STEPCHILDREN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Edward Helmore Errol Musk, the 79-year-old father of tech billionaire Elon Musk, has been accused of sexually abusing five of his children and stepchildren since 1993, the New York Times reported on Tuesday 23 September 2025. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/23/errol-elon-musk-father-sexual-abuse-accusations  Edinburgh Evening News: "LET THERE BE LIGHT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kevin Quinn Edinburgh Castle will shine brighter than ever this winter as the United Kingdom's largest annual projection show, Castle Of Light, returns for a sixth year. FULL REPORT: EdinburghNews.Scotsman.com/news/edinburgh-castle-set-to-welcome-back-the-uks-largest-annual-projection-show-castle-of-light-5329800  Daily Star: "A GREAT INNINGS DICKIE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Jameson Popular umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird has died aged 92. He had a wicket sense of humour and never wed as he was "married to the game".  Wirral Globe: "STAYING POWER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ed Barnes No Wirral libraries will close following a major decision by councillors to reject plans to cut services. Top councillors in both Labour Party and The Conservative Party promised to never again make cuts to the library service as part of the budget. FULL REPORT: WirralGlobe.co.uk/news/25479109.it-never-got-this---no-libraries-will-close-wirral  Daily Express: "500,000 OAPS TO LOSE WINTER PAY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown Half a million retiree could lose their Winter Fuel Payments in the next four years, according to bombshell analysis. Pensioners will be hit by Rachel Reeves’s freeze on how much income is exempt from tax and changes to the benefit. FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2112396 
IW2 (The Irish World): "MILLER TIME" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted United States singer-songwriter Miller Campbell on her debut album, Irish roots, and the legacy of her legendary Country Music cousin Glen Campbell.  The Daily Telegraph: "TRUMP: WEST GOING TO HELL OVER MIGRATION" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Susie Coen / Bob Crilly Donald Trump told the United Nations (UN) that European countries were "going to hell" because of unchecked immigration. In a speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the United States President attacked Europe several times over its immigration and green energy policies. FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/us/politics/2025/09/23/trump-un-speech-countries-migration  State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "AYUSHMAN BHARAT EFFECTED REVOLUTION IN PUBLIC HEALTHCARE: MODI" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that Ayushman Bharat has effected a revolution in public healthcare, ensuring financial protection and dignity for its beneficiaries. The Medical Insurance scheme provides annual health cover of Rs 5 lakh and covers the poor and all Senior Citizens above the age of 70. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/ayushman-bharat-effected-revolution-in-public-healthcare-modi  Morning Star: "LIFT THE BAN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre The Labour Party's annual conference faces mass arrest, with over 100 protesters expected to hold signs opposing the banning of Palestine Action outside the venue in Liverpool. Defend Our Juries campaign group's warning came as more than 30 motions about Palestine were blocked from being debated at Party Conference FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/mass-arrests-start-labor-conference-would-be-shameful  The Scotsman: "PRISONS CHIEF: SCOTS JAILS ARE SIMMERING ON BRINK OF CRISIS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn McLaughlin The head of Scotland's Prison Service has warned that it is "simmering on the brink of a crisis". Teresa Medhurst also said it is asking "too much" of staff who are facing increased risks of violence and burnout.  The West Australian (Australia): "ALBO IN THE DOGHOUSE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Latika M. Bourke United States President Donald Trump has once again embarrassed Anthony Albanese, refusing one-on-one private talks with the Prime Minister but happy to meet other nations such as Argentina and Indonesia.  Bray People (Ireland): "FINAL CLIFF WALK REPORT REVEALS SCALE OF WORK NEEDED TO RE-OPEN TRAIL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Galvin The scale of the work needed to re-open the Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk has been laid bare in the final report from the engineering firm charged with surveying the prominent public trail, which has been closed now for almost five years. FULL REPORT: Independent.IE/regionals/wicklow/bray-news/final-report-on-bray-to-greystones-cliff-walk-is-a-wake-up-call-with-the-scale-of-the-mammoth-task-ahead-revealed/a1559854961.html  Scottish Daily Mail: "DESPERATE SWINNEY OPENS DOOR TO REFORM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tom Gordon John Swinney will ask Reform UK to back his final budget before the Holyrood election - despite repeatedly vilifying Nigel Farage’s party. The First Minister confirmed he will invite Reform MSP Graham Simpson to crunch talks about the SNP's tax and spending plans, stating: ‘We will hear everyone's views'. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15127149  The Bolton News: "BOTTLE 'THROWN AT FANS'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harrigan A Wigan Athletic first-team staff member appeared to throw a bottle at Bolton Wanderers fans after last Saturday’s derby fixture. The game ended 4-1 to Bolton Wanderers with Thierry Gale, Marcus Forss and Mason Burstow all on the scoresheet. FULL REPORT: TheBoltonNews.co.uk/news/25486059.wigan-athletic-man-throws-bottle-bolton-wanderers-fans  Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Tuesday 23 September 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. The Independent: "FARAGE DEPORTATION PLAN CONDEMNED AS 'UNWORKABLE STUNT'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Millie Cooke / Archie Mitchell Tens of thousands of people who have legally settled in Britain could be at risk of deportation under plans by Reform UK to scrap the main route towards British citizenship – a policy that was immediately dismissed as "an unworkable stunt based on dodgy maths". FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/nigel-farage-migration-indefinite-leave-to-remain-b2831323.html  The Bolton News: "£70,000 HELPS YOUNGSTERS TO GET BEST START" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harrigan A school has unveiled its £70,000 nursery refurbishment, including a new play area, garden, and more than 30 extra places. The improvements were made to The Valley Community School's nursery in Astley Bridge - also known as Little Learners.  The Daily Telegraph: "REEVES TOLD TO LAUNCH TAX RAID ON PENSIONERS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tim Wallace Rachel Reeves has been told to mount a £6BN tax raid on pensioners, landlords and the self employed by a leading Labour Party Think Tank.  The Yorkshire Post: "'GROOMING WHISTLEBLOWER WARNED'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn A former Bradford Council official allegedly threatened to have a Charity Worker and former Police Officer arrested unless he stopped investigating Grooming Gangs, it is claimed. Whistleblower John Piekos, a former Detective Chief Inspector in Greater Manchester Police, also alleged that a senior West Yorkshire Police (WYP) officer told him that he risked inflaming community tensions by continuing to raise child sexual exploitation.  Glasgow Times: "'WE SHOULDN'T LIVE IN CONSTANT FEAR'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Amanda Keenan A carer is threatening legal action against Housing Association bosses after the ceiling of his flat almost collapsed on top of his gravely ill mum. Robert McMillan told how his living room roof came crashing down twice within 12 months - missing him and his mother Marion by a matter of inches. FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/25486553.glasgow-carer-threatens-legal-action-paisley-road-west-home  Daily Mail: "WILL THE KING NOW BANISH FERGIE?" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rebecca English / Sam Greenhill The Duchess Of York was humiliated after seven charities publicly cut ties with her over damning Jeffrey Epstein email revelations. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/royals/article-15119765  The Times: "FARAGE FACES QUESTIONS ON MIGRANT BENEFIT SUMS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Aubrey Allegretti / Bruno Waterfield Nigel Farage's claim that Reform UK will save £234 billion by banning foreigners from claiming benefits is facing scrutiny, after it emerged that there would be a temporary carve-out for EU citizens. FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/indefinite-leave-remain-reform-uk-nigel-farage-migration-6lbgb3xsp  Daily Express: "'WE MUST MAKE DEMENTIA AN NHS PRIORITY'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hanna Geissler Dementia has to be made an NHS priority – or patients may miss out on breakthroughs in care, experts have warned.  Financial Times: "NVIDIA POISED FOR $100BN DEAL TO TAKE BIG OPENAI STAKE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Acton / Cristina Criddle / George Hammond / Tim Bradshaw Partnership will support huge build-out of Data Centres for Artificial Intelligence. FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/d3caeac1-def8-45ae-b56b-e34c7c435ccc  Scottish Daily Mail: "WILL THE KING NOW BANISH FERGIE?" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rebecca English / Sam Greenhill The Duchess Of York was humiliated after seven charities publicly cut ties with her over damning Jeffrey Epstein email revelations. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/royals/article-15119765  The Times Scotland: "FARAGE FACES QUESTIONS ON MIGRANT BENEFIT SUMS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Aubrey Allegretti / Bruno Waterfield Nigel Farage's claim that Reform UK will save £234 billion by banning foreigners from claiming benefits is facing scrutiny, after it emerged that there would be a temporary carve-out for EU citizens. FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/indefinite-leave-remain-reform-uk-nigel-farage-migration-6lbgb3xsp  The Guardian: "OUTRAGE AS FARAGE THREATENS MASS DEPORTATION OF LEGAL IMMIGRANTS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Eleni Courea Nigel Farage has faced cross-party condemnation after threatening hundreds of thousands of legal immigrants with deportation by pledging to abolish the main route towards permanent settlement in the United Kingdom. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/politics/2025/sep/22/nigel-farage-roundly-condemned-over-plan-to-abolish-indefinite-leave-to-remain  Daily Star: "TAKEN FOR A RIDE!" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jerry Lawton Rachel Reeves is odds-on to lose her job after slapping a Betting Tax on bookies that will hit punters in the pocket.  State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "GOVT TO SEEK RELIEF PACKAGE FROM CENTRE FOR SWIFT RESTORATION: CM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting to take a comprehensive review of flood relief and restoration measures across Jammu and Kashmir. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/govt-to-seek-relief-package-from-centre-for-swift-restoration-cm  The West Australian (Australia): "ALBO GA GA OVER GAZA" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Latika M. Bourke Anthony Albanese will use his first speech as Prime Minister at the United Nations to round on the Israeli Government saying it must accept its share of responsibility for the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/politics/federal-politics/anthony-albanese-to-use-first-speech-as-pm-at-united-nations-to-round-on-the-israeli-government-c-20101676  Metro (South Edition): "KEIR: WE NEED TO JUST SAY YES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alex Goldsmith / Noora Mykkanen Keir Starmer has defended his Government's decision to build a second runway at Gatwick Airport despite anger from green campaigners and locals - insisting Britain must ditch its 'no' mentality. FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/22/starmer-vows-fix-uks-creaking-infrastructure-starting-gatwick-second-runway-24232202  The Guardian (Australia Edition): "'INVOLVED SEQUENTIALLY LEOPARD SHARKS OBSERVED MATING FOR FIRST TIME IN WILD HAVE THREESOME" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ima Caldwell A trio of leopard sharks in New Caledonia has made Marine Science history after they were recorded mating in a "threesome". It is the first time the globally Endangered Species has been documented in a mating sequence, providing valuable knowledge to aid conservation efforts. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/environment/2025/sep/22/leopard-sharks-mating-video-history-recorded-threesome  Morning Star: "'CRUEL AND REPUGNANT'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Berny Torre Reform UK's plans to scrap indefinite Leave To Remain would destroy the NHS and rip families apart, unions and campaigners have warned. Party leader Nigel Farage insisted the move would save billions despite a Think Tank that he cited the figures from saying they were inaccurate. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/reforms-anti-migrant-plans-would-destroy-nhs-and-rip-families-apart-campaigners-warn  Albany Advertiser (Australia): "'CRIME SPREE' ON WHEELS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Melissa Sheil A man is in Police Custody after allegedly sparking a lengthy police chase along Albany Highway that ended when he crashed into another car before trying to carjack others near Cranbrook. FULL REPORT: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/man-in-custody-after-allegedly-sparking-albany-highway-police-pursuit-ending-in-crash-and-carjack-attempt-c-20102818  Lancashire Telegraph: "PROBE AS NEW-BUILD SINKHOLE APPEARS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sarah McGee A housing developer has issued a statement after a sinkhole appeared at the entrance to a new-build estate in Darwen. The sinkhole appeared in Greenfield, in Tilia Homes' Taylor's Green development in the town, and came during a weekend of heavy rain across the borough. FULL REPORT: LancashireTelegraph.co.uk/news/25485662.housing-developer-statement-sinkhole-appears-darwen  Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Monday 22 September 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. The Yorkshire Post: "FAMILY BACKS CALL FOR ORGAN DONATIONS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Victoria Finan The family of a five-year-old girl who died while on the Organ Transplant list have urges others to come forward to save more lives.  Limerick Leader: "MAJOR OVERHAUL OF FESTIVAL LIGHT-UP" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rabbitts A Christmas extravaganza is being planned for Limerick, featuring a unique parade which will see the festive lights being turned on street-by-street.  The Independent: "HOUSEHOLDS HIT WITH HIGHER BILLS IN £1BN WIND FARM 'RACKET'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Alex Ross Greg Jackson – founder and CEO of Octopus Energy, Britain's biggest energy provider, says households are facing higher bills because of a "racket" where wind farms are paid to stop producing power. FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/climate-change/octopus-energy-greg-jackson-wind-farms-climate-b2828421.html  The Guardian (Australia Edition): "UKRAINE WAR BRIEFING: SHOOT DOWN TRESPASSING RUSSIAN JETS IF NECESSARY - CZECH PRESIDENT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Warren Murray The President of Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, has said NATO must respond adequately to Russian airspace violations, including potentially by shooting down Russian jets. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/world/2025/sep/21/ukraine-war-briefing-shoot-down-trespassing-russian-jets-if-necessary-czech-president  Financial Times: "UK, CANADA AND AUSTRALIA RECOGNISE PALESTINE AS AN INDEPENDENT STATE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: George Parker / James Shotter The United Kingdom, Australia and Canada have formally recognised the State Of Palestine, in a co-ordinated move amid mounting international outrage over the humanitarian catastrophe caused by Israel's offensive in Gaza. FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/36ddd673-6d55-4191-b87b-f32ee1482858  Metro (South Edition): "STARMER'S BIG GAZA GAMBLE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sam Corbishley Keir Starmer has faced anger over his decision that Britain will formally recognise a Palestinian State - much of it from families of hostages still held by Hamas after nearly three years of anguish. FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/21/starmer-announces-uk-will-recognise-palestinian-state-24219318  The Guardian: "STARMER DECLARES UK RECOGNITION OF PALESTINE AS INDEPENDENT STATE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pippa Crerar / Patrick Wintour / Peter Walker The United Kingdom has formally recognised Palestine as an independent state, Keir Starmer has said, in a deeply symbolic announcement which the government hopes will show its commitment to peace in the region and ease domestic political tensions. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/uk-news/2025/sep/21/uk-recognises-palestine-as-an-independent-state  The Daily Telegraph: "FARAGE: I'LL KICK OUT HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver Nigel Farage will pledge to eject hundreds of thousands of legal migrants in an unprecedented reversal of Britain's relaxed border rules. FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/09/21/farage-reform-pledges-expel-hundreds-thousands-migrants  Arab News (Saudi Arabia): "IN A HISTORIC MOVE, UK AUSTRALIA, CANADA RECOGNIZE A PALESTINIAN STATE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rauters / Associated Press Britain, Australia, Canada and Portugal recognised a Palestinian State in a seismic shift in decades of western foreign policy, triggering swift Israeli anger. FULL REPORT: ArabNews.com/node/2616150  Daily Express: "WEST WARNED ISIS COULD BE 'REBORN' IN 24 HOURS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tony Diver Tens of thousands of ISIS extremists could be unleashed on Britain and the West if the camps holding them in Syria are taken over by a new regime, authorities guarding them have warned. FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/royal/2111447  Daily Mirror: "THE BEST HOPE FOR PEACE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sophie Huskisson /Mikey Smith The UK has formally recognised Palestine as a state after Israel failed to meet conditions set by the Government, Keir Starmer has announced. FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/politics/breaking-keir-starmer-confirms-uk-35929097  Daily Mail: "HAMAS CLAIMS VICTORY AFTER STARMER HANDS OUT A 'PRIZE FOR TERRORISM'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Beckford / Natalie Lisbona Hamas claimed victory after Sir Keir Starmer awarded a 'prize for terrorism' by recognising a future State Of Palestine. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15120221  Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Friday 19 September 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. Daily Express: "KEIR GIVEN SOME HOME TRUTHS BY DONALD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martyn Brown / Michael Knowles Keir Starmer was humiliated as Donald Trump told him to use troops to halt Small Boat crossings, before a migration crisis destroys the UK "from within". FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/politics/2110397  Glasgow Times: "TOTAL CHAOS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Football 'ultras' descend onto pitch and attack elderly staff. Incident caused £1.5K of damage as police hunt culprits. CEO refusing to make workers go until safety improves.  Financial Times: "'CALL OUT THE MILITARY' TO STOP ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS, TRUMP URGES STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: George Parker / James Politi / David Sheppard Donald Trump has told Sir Keir Starmer he should "call out the military" to stop illegal migration to Britain, as the US president ended a state visit with a warning that the problem could destroy the country. FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/570e5f44-b6dd-4c26-86e9-6a0c330a6c25  Coventry Observer: "MISS COVENTRY WILL REPRESENT CITY WITH PRIDE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andy Morris An 'honoured' law graduate and Good Citizen Award recipient, has been crowned the new Miss. Coventry. Sharandeep Sahota, who is 21, was presented with the Miss. Coventry crown and sash after approximately 25,000 people chose her in a national Public Vote. The Miss. World hopeful says she will represent the city with "pride and dedication".  The Scotsman: "ROSS DEMANDS SNP MINISTER IS SACKED OVER HOLYROOD 'ASSAULT'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: David Bol Former Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has claimed he was "physically assaulted and verbally abused" by an SNP minister at the Scottish Parliament. FULL REPORT: Scotsman.com/news/politics/douglas-ross-snp-minister-jamie-hepburn-5323803  The Times: "IMMIGRATION IS DESTROYING UK, TRUMP TELLS STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Oliver Wright / Matt Dathan President Trump has told Sir Keir Starmer that Illegal Immigration is destroying Britain "from within" and advised him to consider using the military to stop small boat crossings. FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/trump-state-visit-keir-starmer-immigration-channel-crossings-x0gjkjwl0  Daily Star: "PUTIN'S LET ME DOWN" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kate Nelson Orange Manbaby Donald Trump says Mad Vlad "has let me down". The US Pres admitted he thought it would be easy to end the war in Ukraine. But has now warned: "We could end up in WW3".  Evesham Observer: "SAM WANTS TO CHANGE LIVES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Lise Evans A former British Army soldier from Badsey has launched a new venture to combat the growing mental health crisis affecting young people. Afghanistan war veteran Sam Coton, who served in the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers has formed the Better Me, Better You CIC to help young people facing the pressures of modern life by helping them build resilience and positive mindset. FULL REPORT: EveshamObserver.co.uk/news/vale-veteran-on-a-mission-to-improve-young-peoples-mental-health  Scottish Daily Mail: "TORY MSP: I WAS ASSAULTED BY SNP MINISTER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley Former Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross has accused an SNP minister of attacking and verbally abusing him in parliament. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15111329  Metro (South Edition): "CHEQUERS MATES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Craig Munro United Kingdom's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and United States President Donald Trump put on a show of unity at Chequers to demonstrate Britain and America's unique bond - smiling even as huge differences in policy appeared. FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/18/inside-room-happened-donald-trump-keir-starmer-24201270  Bromsgrove Standard: "DRIVER JAILED AFTER CRASH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sonny Rackham A dangerous driver who killed a mother and seriously injured the deceased’s daughter in a collision in Hagley has been jailed for almost nine years. Anayat Ur-Rehman - age 26 - of Holcombe Road, Birmingham, pled guilty to causing death and causing serious injury by dangerous driving and was sentenced at Worcester Crown Court FULL REPORT: BromsgroveStandard.co.uk/news/nearly-nine-years-in-jail-for-dangerous-driver-who-killed-mother-and-catastrophically-injured-daughter-in-hagley-57961  Daily Mail: "TRUMP SHOWS PM WHO'S BOSS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jason Groves Donald Trump told Keir Starmer to call in the military to stop the boats - or risk Britain being 'destroyed from within' by Illegal Immigration. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15112465  FE Week: "MCFADDEN'S SKILLS TAKEOVER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Josh Mellor Skills England will become part of the Department For Work And Pensions (DWP), Prime Minister Keir Starmer has confirmed. In a written ministerial statement, Sir Keir Starmer said apprenticeships, adult further education, skills, training and careers, and the newly created agency Skills England will all now be controlled by DWP. FULL REPORT: FEWeek.co.uk/confirmed-skills-england-moves-to-dwp-from-today  The Times Scotland: "IMMIGRATION IS DESTROYING UK, TRUMP TELLS STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Steven Swinford / Oliver Wright / Matt Dathan President Trump has told Sir Keir Starmer that Illegal Immigration is destroying Britain "from within" and advised him to consider using the military to stop small boat crossings. FULL REPORT: TheTimes.com/uk/politics/article/trump-state-visit-keir-starmer-immigration-channel-crossings-x0gjkjwl0  The West Australian (Australia): "OUR LIFE UNDER NET ZERO" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Rhianna Mitchell / Katina Curtis Electric cars dominating the roads, charging stations on every corner and not a gas cook-top to be found in Australian kitchens. This is what life could look like 10 years from now under The Federal Government's roadmap to reaching their ambitious emissions reduction target. FULL REPORT: TheWest.com.au/business/energy/net-zero-plan-what-the-push-towards-electric-means-for-australian-households-c-20060519  Kidderminster Standard: "RALLYING CALL TO SAVE POPULAR PADDLING POOL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tristan Harris has been launched in a bid to raise funds to save the much-loved Paddling Pool at Kidderminster's St. George’s Park. Kidderminster Town Council is due to make its decision about the future of the pool on Wednesday 22 October 2025. FULL REPORT: KidderminsterStandard.co.uk/news/appeal-to-save-kidderminsters-st-georges-park-paddling-pool-amidst-220000-repair-bill  The Guardian: "USE THE MILITARY TO STOP CHANNEL CROSSINGS, TRUMP TELLS STARMER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Pippa Crerar / Patrick Wintour / Robert Booth Donald Trump has told Britain it should "call out the military" to control its borders during a tightly controlled summit in which Keir Starmer ducked major flashpoints with the US President. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/18/trump-tells-britain-to-call-out-the-military-to-control-its-borders  The Redditch & Alcester Standard: "BANNED FOR ASB SPREE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Tristan Harris A Redditch woman who was convicted of Criminal Damage at a McDonald's restaurant has been handed a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) which bans her from the premises. Kaitlin Wilkins, 20, of Four Oaks Close, Redditch, was found guilty at Worcester Magistrates Court (on Tuesday 16 September 2025) of entering the Clews Road branch of McDonald's which is located in the Coldfield Drive area (on Saturday 19 July 2025) when she had been drinking vodka. FULL REPORT: RedditchStandard.co.uk/news/woman-handed-criminal-behaviour-order-banning-her-from-redditch-mcdonalds-after-wreaking-havoc-there 
State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "REOPENING OF CLOSE TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN KASHMIR WILL BE TAKEN UP WITH HM: OMAR" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Chief Minister Omar Abdullah ssured tourism stakeholders and players that he will take up their concerns with the Union Home Minister Amit Shah and request for opening up of several closed tourist destinations in Kashmir. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/reopening-of-closed-tourist-destinations-in-kashmir-will-be-taken-up-with-hm-omar  The Yorkshire Post: "PUTIN LET ME DOWN SAYS ANGRY PRESIDENT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn Donald Trump hit out at Vladimir Putin over the ongoing war in Ukraine at his Press Conference with Sir Keir Starmer, saying he had been let down FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/news/politics/donald-trump-uk-putin-has-really-let-me-down-over-ukraine-5324584  Droitwich Standard: "SON TAKES ON SEVERN CHALLENGE IN HOSPICE FUNDRAISER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Sonny Rackham A Droitwich man is set to run hundreds of miles along the River Severn over a few days to raise funds for a local hospice who cared for his father with 'incredible compassion' in his final days. Joe Hemming will be running 220 miles from Llanidloes in Wales to Bristol in memory of his dad, Armed Forces veteran Rob Hemming, who died in the care of St. Richard's Hospice. FULL REPORT: DroitwichStandard.co.uk/news/droitwich-man-to-run-220-miles-for-st-richards-hospice-in-memory-of-father  The Guardian (Australia Edition): "BOWEN SAYS CUTTING EMISSIONS BY MORE THAN 70% 'NOT ACHIEVABLE' AS 2035 TARGET CRITICISED FROM ALL SIDES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Dan Jervis-Bardy The Albanese Government insists their new 2035 emissions reduction target of 62% to 70% represents the "maximum level of ambition", as climate campaigners warn it falls short of what Australia should be doing to combat global heating. Anthony Albanese says 62% to 70% range represents 'the sweet spot' as Coalition rejects 'economy wrecking' target while Greens label it a 'betrayal'. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/australia-news/2025/sep/18/albanese-unveils-responsible-new-climate-target-to-slash-emissions-over-next-decade  Daily Mirror: "THANK GOODNESS THAT'S OVER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mikey Smith / Lizzy Buchan Donald Trump clashed with Keir Starmer on issues such as Gaza, but resisted his usual tantrumps during disagreements. FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/politics/keir-starmer-swerves-donald-trump-35927462  Metro (South Edition) [Sport/Back Page]: "CHRIS CAN LIKE IT OR LUMP IT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Fraser Rorison Stephen Robinson has hit back at former Celtic Football Club stiker Chris Sutton over his comment describing St. Mirren as a 'lump it' team.  That's all the papers. Welcome to your official rundown of headlines on a selection of Newspapers' Front Pages for Thursday 18 September 2025. Browse through #IBPapers on 𝕏, and #IBPapers on BlueSky, to keep up with the latest from Informing Britain Papers on Social Media. This is a selection of newspaper publications from United Kingdom, and around the world. All papers are from within United Kingdom, unless otherwise stated. If the leading story is available, links will be provided. This page will be updated as the headlines come in. Metro (South Edition): "TRUMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Gergana Krasteva / Sarah Hooper King Charles rolled out the Red Carpet for Donald Trump at Windsor Castle in London with a dazzling show of pageantry, pomp and circumstance - but well away from public view as anger grew at the United States President's second State Visit with First Lady Melania Trump. FULL REPORT: Metro.co.uk/2025/09/17/four-arrested-epstein-trump-photos-projected-onto-windsor-castle-24181039  Great Southern Herald (Australia): "PETROL STATION BLAZE HEROICS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Whitehead A Kojonup man has been deemed a hero after extinguishing a Petrol Station fire sparked by an allegedly stolen utility vehicle crashing through fuel bowsers at high speeds. Wearing only footy shorts and sandals, Jesse Johnston-Diack charged into Hi-Way Sales & Service Fuel Station on Albany Highway which had erupted into flames. FULL REPORT: GSHerald.com.au/news/great-southern-herald/kojonup-hero-extinguishes-fuel-filled-fire-after-alleged-stolen-ute-high-speed-crash-into-local-petrol-station-c-19870457  Fife Free Press: "YOU GOT YOUR CASH, NOW MAKE YOUR CASE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Allan Crow Kirkcaldy has moved one more step closer to multi-million pound funding to transform its Town Centre with confirmation from the Prime Minister that the money is coming. Sir Keir Starmer made the pledge in the House Of Commons on Wednesday - less than three months after Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, confirmed Kirkcaldy was one of only three UK towns to be given priority. FULL REPORT: FifeToday.co.uk/news/people/prime-minister-keir-starmers-pledge-on-multi-million-ps-funding-for-kirkcaldy-town-centre-5312222  Morning Star: "'P*** OFF YOU NASTY LUMP'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Murray Thousands marched in London to tell Donald Trump he was not welcome in Britain as the United States President was feted by royalty 25 miles away in Windsor at Windsor Castle. Protests greeted the global leader of the far-right offensive, with four people arrested for projecting an image of Mr Trump with late paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein onto Windsor Castle and a van displaying the same image was later stopped by police. FULL REPORT: MorningStarOnline.co.uk/article/not-our-name-not-our-watch  East Kent Mercury: "SHOCK AFTER WEDDING VENUE SHUTS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Max Chesson Couples set to be married at a popular Kent wedding venue have been left devastated after the business behind it collapsed into administration. The Blazing Donkey Country Hotel, near Sandwich – which once snubbed a million-pound deal to house Asylum Seekers – has been forced to close its doors after more than 36 years under the ownership of Richard and Sherry Martin. FULL REPORT: KentONLINE.co.uk/sandwich/news/our-12k-wedding-is-gone-shock-as-popular-kent-venue-ente-329676  The National: "IS SHARING THIS IMAGE A CRIME?" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Fiona Brown An advertising van displaying an image of Jeffrey Epstein and United States President Donald Trump together has been confiscated by Metropolitan Police, according to campaigners. The group Everyone Hates Elon had been displaying the van in Windsor on the morning of Wednesday 17 September 2025 as the American Commander In Chief is in the United Kingdom on a State Visit at the capital's Windsor Castle visiting King Charles and Queen Camilla, accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump. FULL REPORT: TheNational.SCOT/news/25474015.journalists-detained-ad-van-trump-epstein-picture-seized  State Times (Jammu & Kashmir): "WORLD SAW PAK TERRORIST CRYING, RECOUNTING PLIGHT: MODI" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Raj Daluja Prime Minister Narendra Modi - on Wednesday - said Indian soldiers brought Pakistan to its knees "in the blink of an eye" during Operation Sindoor and the world saw a terrorist crying, comments coming after terror outfit JEM's commander admitted losses suffered by the family of its chief. FULL REPORT: StateTimes.IN/world-saw-pak-terrorist-crying-recounting-plight-modi  The Independent: "BRITAIN WHEELS OUT THE WINDSORS TO PLAY ITS ROYAL TRUMP CARD" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Jane Dalton United Kingdom rolled out the finest pageantry for Donald Trump and Melania Trump as King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed the United States President, and the First Lady, for his historic – and controversial – second State Visit. The Prince and Princess Of Wales also formed part of the royal charm offensive at Windsor Castle. FULL REPORT: Independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/trump-windsor-king-queen-state-visit-b2828340.html  Glasgow Times: "BODY OF MISSING GERS FAN FOUND AT LOCH" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ben Waddell A major investigation has begun after human remains belonging to a missing Glasgow man were found in Loch Lomond. Graham Wright vanished last month. Graham Wright was reported missing to Police Scotland on Monday 25 August 2025, after last being seen at approximately 12:00 on Wednesday 20 August 2025 around the Cumberland Street vicinity in the city's Gorbals area. FULL REPORT: GlasgowTimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/25474949.major-probe-glasgow-mans-remains-found-loch-lomond  Daily Star: "HAIR TO THE THRONE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Kate Nelson / Claudia Trotman Keep yer wig on, Orange Manbaby. It's a bit blowy. King Charles gave Manbaby Donald Trump a big welcome at Windsor Castle for his hair-storic second State Visit. FULL REPORT: DailyStar.co.uk/news/latest-news/breaking-trump-lands-uk-ahead-35913778  The Guardian (Australia Edition): "ALMOST 30 STAFF AT ANU HUMANITIES SCHOOL STOP WORK AFTER HEALTH AND SAFETY REPORT WARNS OF SERIOUS HARM" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Caitlin Cassidy Almost 30 staff at the Australian National University's humanities school have stopped work after an internal report warned of psychological hazards in their workplace related to the institution's restructure. Workers affected by university restructure advised to ‘remove themselves from the hazardous work environment’ if they believe they are at psychosocial risk. FULL REPORT: TheGuardian.com/australia-news/2025/sep/17/almost-30-staff-at-anu-humanities-school-stop-work-after-health-and-safety-report-warns-of-serious-harm  Financial Times: "FED CUTS BY QUARTER POINT AND SIGNALS FURTHER REDUCTIONS THIS YEAR" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Claire Jones / Kate Duguid The Federal Reserve cut Interest Rates by a quarter point for the first time this year. Fears over Jobs Market. US Central Bank has signalled further reductions on the back of Labour Party market weakness. Miran backs bigger move. FULL REPORT: FT.COM/content/f1d4522b-331e-45d5-b676-24dc5b8e3c92  The Nationalist (Ireland): "SHOCK OVER VIOLENT DEATH OF PENSIONER" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted There is a sense of profound shock being felt in Tipperary Town following the death of a pensioner who was assaulted last Friday and has since passed away. Moving tributes have been paid to Teddy Murnane of St Michael's Avenue, Tipperary Town, a man in his eighties, who passed away at Limerick University Hospital. FULL REPORT: TipperaryLive.IE/news/tipperary-town/1895035/tipperary-town-pensioner-who-died-after-being-assaulted-was-described-as-a-lovely-neighbour.html  The Yorkshire Post: "STEEL DEAL BLOW FOR STARMER AHEAD OF TALKS WITH TRUMP" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Ralph Blackburn One of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's key objectives for United States President Donald Trump's State Visit looks to have already failed, with reports that the United Kingdom will not be able to secure tariff-free access for its Steel Industry. FULL REPORT: YorkshirePost.co.uk/news/politics/union-urges-clarity-on-us-steel-tariffs-with-trump-visit-5318911  The West Australian (Australia): "PM'S CHINA SYNDROME" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Andrew Greene Anthony Albanese's defence treaty meltdown after Beijing envoy's PNG charm mission. Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister has assured Beijing his country place "great importance" on relations with China.  Daily Express: "'MY RESPECT FOR YOU AND BRITAIN'" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Emily Ferguson / Rebecca Russell / Hanisha Sethi / Sophia Papamavroudi President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were welcomed to the United Kingdom by an impressive display of pomp and pageantry and glittering state banquet at Windsor Castle in London. President Donald Trump praised Catherine, Princess Of Wales for looking so "so radiant and so healthy" during a speech inside the royal castle. FULL REPORT: Express.co.uk/news/royal/2109138  Folkestone & Hythe Express: "BIG BACKLASH OVER MUM'S TIKTOK VIDEO" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Brad Harper A Kent mum at the centre of an online storm says she "absolutely" regrets posting a controversial TikTok video about the murder of United States activist Charlie Kirk – but insists her words have been "totally misconstrued". Charlotte Hayes has been bombarded with vile threats and even had her business kicked out of the county's largest Indoor Market after she uploaded a clip in the wake of the 31-year-old's death, signing it off with: "Fucking kill them all. Kill them all". FULL REPORT: KentONLINE.co.uk/folkestone/news/kent-mum-targeted-after-kill-them-all-video-on-charlie-kir-329898  Melton Times: "'GIRL POWER' IN BOWLEY COURT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Nick Rennie Something special is happening in a Melton Mowbray shopping precinct – all the businesses are run by women and they have created their own little community. The final unit was occupied at the start of this month on Bowley Court, which is a bit of a 'hidden gem' accessed via Sherrard Street or Windsor Street in the Town Centre. FULL REPORT: MeltonTimes.co.uk/lifestyle/shopping/the-friendly-female-shopkeepers-who-have-created-their-own-community-in-melton-5312149  Albany Advertiser (Australia): "20 YEARS OF DAD'S ABUSE" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Mellisa Sheil A man from Denmark, a father of three who lived in Western Australia, has been jailed for long-term Domestic Violence against his ex-wife and Violent Assault on his teenage son. FULL REPORT: AlbanyAdvertiser.com.au/news/albany-advertiser/denmark-father-of-three-jailed-for-long-term-domestic-violence-against-ex-wife-violent-assault-of-teen-son-c-19940321  Kentish Express: "SHOPPERS HIT OUT AT OUTLET PARKING FEES" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Joe Harbert Parking charges at one of Kent's most popular shopping destinations have been branded "insulting" after rising for the third time in as many years. Ashford Designer Outlet, owned by McArthurGlen, has increased its minimum parking fee to £3 for four hours - up from £2.50 last year and £2 the year before. FULL REPORT: KentONLINE.co.uk/kent/news/it-s-insulting-shoppers-hit-out-at-new-outlet-parking-fee-329737  Tipperary Star (Ireland): "NEIGHBOURS FROM HELL" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Unlisted Rubbish piled up in gardens, parties, assaults and drug dealing at social houses. More council tenants are seeking transfers over Anti Social Behaviour issues.  Narrogin Observer (Australia): "CRACKER OF A TURNOUT" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Geogia Campion Crowds soaked up the sunny weather as the flocked in droves from around Western Australia for the 2025 Newdegate Machinery Field Days. Over 300 exhibitors were featured at the Field Days and included a range of displays of seeders, artisanal food products, harvesters, solar panels, clothing and accessories, highland cows, sheep, Kelpie puppies, and food vans. FULL REPORT: NarroginObserver.com.au/countryman/field-days/in-pictures-people-flock-in-droves-to-2025-newdegate-machinery-field-days-c-19950213  Scottish Daily Mail: "NOT PROVEN VERDICT IS CONSIGNED TO HISTORY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Michael Blackley Scotland's centuries-old Not Proven verdict is to be abolished following an historic vote by MSPs. In one of the most radical overhauls of the Criminal Justice System since devolution, new legislation will mean the accused will only be found either guilty or not guilty in court. FULL REPORT: DailyMail.co.uk/news/article-15108503  Daily Mirror: "BACK ON THE STREETS" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Martin Fricker Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner celebrated his freedom by tucking into a McDonald's cheeseburger. Wearing a burgundy striped shirt and with his hair dishevelled by the wind, he went unnoticed by other diners. FULL REPORT: Mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/madeleine-mccann-suspect-scoffs-mcdonalds-35921245  The Daily Telegraph: "'ONE IN, ONE OUT' DEAL BLOCKED BY HOME OFFICE-BACKED CHARITY" LEAD STORY CORRESPONDENT: Charles Hymas / Albert Tait / Danny Shaw Keir Starmer's deal dealt major blow by temporary last-minute injunction. Keir Starmer's One In, One Out migrant deal was dealt a major blow after High Court blocked the deportation of an Asylum Seeker to France. FULL REPORT: Telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/09/16/migrant-deportations-blocked-in-blow-to-starmers-deal  That's all the papers. News In Brief follows.  NEWS IN BRIEF: Thursday 18 September 2025
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