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I’m concerned that we’re falling hook, line, and sinker for the lines coming out of the Conservative Party spin machine.

Buddy caused a stir.

The Independent – Years of mortgage pain as Bank warns high rates set to stay Summary of the front page The Independent splashes on how Britain faces years of higher mortgage rates and a flatlining economy until 2026, according to Bank of England predictions. The paper says PM Rishi Sunak is on course to meet inflation promises but the BoE predictions offer no relief for struggling borrowers for at least two more years – in what the paper calls a “grim forecast.” The front page leads with a large image of an inflatable Donald Trump doll as supporters and protesters…

The Guardian – Latest rate rise sparks Tory calls for tax cuts Summary of the front page Rishi Sunak is under pressure from MPs to boost Britain’s struggling economy after the Bank of England signalled there would be no respite from soaring interest rates until next year, The Guardian reports. The front page also reports on the end of Germany’s World Cup dreams after they were knocked out. A picture of protesters on top of the PM’s home is the paper’s lead image. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers

Metro – Despicaboil Sunak stunt Summary of the front page Security experts and politicians across all parties have condemned the Greenpeace activists who climbed on the roof of Rishi Sunak’s mansion in his North Yorkshire constituency and draped the property in black fabric, Metro reports. Surrounded by an array of colours, US pop star Lizzo catches the eye at the top of the front page, saying she is “not the villain” after allegations by three ex-dancers of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers

Daily Mirror – Hard-up? on yer bike Summary of the front page Tory minister Mel Stride is the lead story in Friday’s Daily Mirror as the paper says the MP has been slammed for being “out of touch” – after he said over-50s should consider delivering takeaways if they are struggling for cash. The paper also marks Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden starting chemotherapy after announcing her breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 32. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers

Daily Express – Heads must roll! Just how did this happen? Summary of the front page Police chiefs under fire over the Greenpeace protest at Rishi Sunak’s constituency home is the front page of the Daily Express. With five people arrested, the Daily Express pushes for answers from police chiefs, asking how this was all allowed to happen. The entire front page is dedicated to the story. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers

Financial Times – Interest rates hit 15 year high as BoE warns higher costs will not ease soon Summary of the front page The Financial Times leads on how interest rates have surged to a 15-year high – with the Bank of England warning higher costs show no sign of easing. The paper reflects on Thursday’s move by the Bank which increased the base rate for the 14th time in a row, to 5.2% – which the FT spells out as “more pain for homeowners”. The front page features a picture of Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey. Today’s top…

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