Author: News Desk

The Guardian view on the Rwanda deal: Tory asylum policy sinks to a new low The Guardian says Suella Braverman wasn’t sacked from her post as home secretary three weeks ago because of her zeal in promoting the deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda – a policy she once described as her “dream”. It was an intemperate attack she made on the police in the Times that led to her dismissal by the prime minister she had defied in making it. But anyone who thought – or hoped – that her replacement by James Cleverly would bring an end to…

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‘A total farce’: Labour furious as govt reveals cost of Rwanda asylum policy Sky News says Rishi Sunak is facing fresh pressure over his Rwanda policy after it emerged the scheme has already cost £240m, despite never being used. The government spent a further £100m in the 2023-24 financial year while flights remained grounded amid a series of legal setbacks – on top of the £140m previously paid out. According to a letter from the Home Office to committee chairs, ministers expect additional costs of £50m in the coming year, which would bring the total to £290m. https://news.sky.com/story/pms-rwanda-policy-has-already-cost-240m-despite-never-being-used-13025310

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Mirror Sport – We Have Lift Off The back page of the Daily Mirror reports on Everton’s win over Tottenham, bringing the Toffees out of the relegation zone after being deducted 10 points. West Ham’s victory over Tottenham finds a place on the back page. 

Sun Sport – Stakes High At Man Utd: Intense The back page of the Sun newspaper reports on the turmoil at Manchester United as Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s aides visited the club. An image of Jordan Pickford celebrating Everton’s win and West Ham’s victory over Tottenham make the splash.

Express Sport – Tripped Up The back page of the Daily Express reports on the latest Premier League action after Everton thrashed Newcastle 3-0. The paper says the Toons were stunned. The paper reports on West Ham beating Tottenham.

Star Sport – All Dwight Now The back page of the Daily Star reports on Everton’s 3-0 thrashing of Newcastle. The Toffees are now out of the relegation zone – after being deducted 10 points. The rest of the week’s Premier League action also makes the back splash as West Ham beat Tottenham 3-2.

CITY AM – Stubbed Out The front page of the London business paper reports on British-American tobacco has taken a £25bn hit on its legacy brands.

A birds of prey charity cut ties with the wildlife presenter and activist.