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Member states and the European Commission have spent the last months debating how to reform the EU’s fiscal rules.

The i – Smart motorways ban: pressure grows to scrap entire network across Britian Summary of the front page The i reports on the growing pressure to scrap smart motorways amid rising deaths linked to the roads and concerns over their cost. For a second day running, the i newspaper’s lead story is about the reported ban on new smart motorways, and the mounting pressure to scrap the entire network across Britain amid safety concerns. The paper reported on Thursday that none of the planned new roads would go ahead. Its Good Friday edition turns its attention to the families of…

The Times – Strike to overwhelm A&E Summary of the front page The Times says up to half of doctors in England will be absent during the four days of junior doctors’ strikes next week. There are concerns that patient safety is at risk and that A&E departments could be overwhelmed. The four-day walkout will begin on Tuesday after the bank holiday weekend and involve up to half of doctors in England. The British Medical Association said it would call off industrial action if ministers set out a “credible offer” to restore junior doctor pay to 2008 levels, the paper…

The Guardian – Lords needs more experts, says Speaker as former PMs line up allies Summary of the front page The Guardian leads with comments made by the House of Lords Speaker who is calling for more independent, expert peers in Parliament’s second chamber. John McFall tells the Guardian the upper house is in danger of becoming “out of sync” with its balance of legislators. The front page also reports on Macron’s calls on XI to bring Putin to his sense over the Ukraine invasion – the paper features a large image. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment…

Daily Mirror – Easter getaway chaos: Standstill Summary of the front page The Mirror says the Easter getaway has begun at a “snail’s pace”, with the RAC warning of traffic jams and more problems for those trying to get to France. There is good news, however, as the paper says temperatures will reach highs of 18C in parts of the country this Bank Holiday weekend. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next

The Sun – Bad Friday Summary of the front page The Sun warns that Good Friday will be “Bad Friday” for people hoping to get away on holiday – predicting gridlock in the UK and “travel hell” for families. It says those going to France will be met by rioting and strikes once they finally get there. The front page also reports on Gwyneth Paltrow launching Goop Sex. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next

Daily Express – Negotiate? No, we’ll fight Putin to last man Summary of the front page The Daily Express turns its attention to the war in Ukraine. The Ukrainian ambassador to the UK, Vadym Prystaiko, insists his countrymen would fight to the last man before they entered into any negotiation from a position of weakness, the paper reports. The paper also reports on travel delays disrupting Easter weekend and ponders if Prince Harry will return to the UK for the King’s coronation. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National newspapers Previous Next

England win the Finalissima – is the World Cup next? The Independent says England win the Finalissima, and Sarina Wiegman gets a much-needed challenge. There’s no question which was more important ahead of the World Cup, but as Chloe Kelly wheeled away following her latest Wembley moment it was almost as if the Lionesses were back at the Euros again. Victory over Brazil adds to wins against the United States and Germany here, and if it feels like the Lionesses are knocking off the continents, the world might be next. But it very much depends on how you view this.…

Shootout experience vital for England before World Cup, says Wiegman The Guardian says Sarina Wiegman said that experiencing a tense penalty shootout four months before the World Cup was vital experience for her side, after England secured victory over Brazil in the Finalissima at Wembley. “The team did really well, showing resilience,” the manager said. “I am happy, it is good that we have this information. Experience [helps] you recognise situations – how you feel with that walk to the penalty spot with 83,000 people screaming. It really helps, and shows again that we can do it.” England were forced…

‘We don’t cope with it well’ – Ian Wright backs England for World Cup triumph but pinpoints where Lionesses must improve The Metro says Ian Wright believes England are firmly among the favourites for the World Cup but warned the Lionesses are still learning to cope with pressure from elite sides. Sarina Wiegman’s side secured another piece of silverware after beating Brazil on penalties in the first ever Women’s Finalissima at a sold-out Wembley on Thursday night. Ella Toone gave the hosts the lead after 23 minutes, capping a superb team move but England failed to add to their lead.…