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Greener flights will cost more but will reduce carbon emissions by 70% Sustainable Aviation, an industry group representing UK aviation, has said that efforts to decarbonise air travel are likely to increase ticket prices, which could deter some passengers from flying. Measures such as using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), which is several times more expensive to produce than traditional jet fuel, will “inevitably reduce passenger demand”, according to the group, which includes airlines such as British Airways, airports such as Heathrow, and manufacturers like Airbus. However, the group also found that people will “still want to fly” despite “slightly higher…

Scrap all existing smart motorways, says AA The Automobile Association (AA) has called for all existing smart motorways in England to be scrapped, joining campaigners who have raised concerns over safety. Smart motorways use technology to regulate traffic flow and ease congestion, including the use of the hard shoulder as an extra lane. Critics argue that the removal of the hard shoulder has led to deaths. The government cancelled the construction of 14 new smart motorways due to financial and safety concerns, and plans to make existing smart motorways safer through the creation of 150 additional emergency stopping places and…

Hunt for kidnapped NZ pilot leaves one dead in Papua An Indonesian soldier has been killed in an attack by rebels while searching for a New Zealand pilot who was kidnapped in the Papua region. Rebels claimed that nine soldiers were killed, while the Associated Press cited military sources saying the death toll at six. The troops were searching for Phillip Mehrtens, who was taken hostage in February, and were attacked while near a separatist stronghold in the mountainous Nduga district. The West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) claimed responsibility for the attack and called for the UN and New…

Ukraine war and Vladimir Putin critic jailed for 25 years Vladimir Kara-Murza, a critic of Russia’s Vladimir Putin, has been sentenced to 25 years for charges related to his criticism of the war in Ukraine. He has denied all charges. He was found guilty of treason, spreading “false” information about the Russian army, and being affiliated with an “undesirable organisation”. Kara-Murza holds both Russian and British citizenship and is a former journalist and politician. He is the latest in a series of Putin opponents to have been arrested or forced to flee Russia. Kara-Murza played a key role in persuading…

The i Sport – ‘Arsenal concede huge advantage’ The i’s sport page also leads with the “Hammer blow” line, quoting Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, who said his players were “too nice” after letting slip a two-goal lead at the London Stadium. Bukayo Saka missed a second-half penalty before the Hammers’ equaliser to leave Arsenal just four points ahead of Manchester City, who have a game in hand. Arsenal play City at the Etihad on 26 April.

Star Sport – ‘Gun to the dogs’ Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has demanded his players become “killers” again after dropping further points in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at West Ham, according to the Star. There is also a report on Manchester United match-winner Antony, saying the Brazilian is a “cut above”, after his goal and an assist in their 2-0 win at Nottingham Forest.

Times Sport – ‘Chelsea’s meeting with Nagelsmann’ The Times reports that Chelsea have held talks with former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann as they look to narrow the shortlist for Graham Potter’s long-term replacement at Stamford Bridge. There is also a story on how “disappointed” Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta blamed his “sloppy” players for Sunday’s 2-2 draw at West Ham.

Guardian Sport – ‘Title Hammer blow’ The Guardian reports that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has queried his players’ mentality after their “collapse” at the London Stadium – letting a two-goal lead slip, just as they did at Anfield in their previous game, to draw 2-2 for the second successive Premier League match. There is also a story on Jurgen Klopp, who is apparently “not angry with Liverpool over transfers”.

CITY AM – City warms to Rishi CITYAM SAYS As Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer doesn’t tire of reminding voters: expertise beyond politics can be invaluable. For the current resident behind that most famous front door, it’s so far proved an advantage. Liz Truss’ accountancy background may not have aided her short-lived leadership bout, but – for the City’s boardrooms at least – her successor could hardly be better suited for the clean up. Financial analyst, hedge fund manager, MBA-holder: Rishi Sunak’s Californian-esque CEO charm has proved a tonic for the Square Mile. “I think the consensus is that Sunak…

Financial Times – Bank of England consider urgent reform of deposit guarantee scheme Summary of the front page The lead story on the front page of the Financial Times says the Bank of England is considering “urgent” reforms to its deposit guarantee scheme following turmoil in the sector last month caused by the collapse of US lender Silicon Valley Bank, which saw billions withdrawn from the firm’s UK entity. The paper’s lead image shows smoke rising above the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, after the death toll there rose following a second day of fighting between the army and a rival paramilitary…