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The UK calls for pragmatism as Liz Truss leads Northern Ireland Brexit talks. The British government has relaunched talks with the European Union on Northern Ireland’s post-Brexit status, calling for Brussels to be “pragmatic” after months of deadlock. Northern Ireland is at the centre of attention as both sides sit down for talks. At stake, beyond the details of the Brexit protocol dealing with trading arrangements, is safeguarding peace in the UK territory and avoiding a trade war between London and Brussels. Liz Truss leads Northern Ireland Brexit talks Foreign Secretary Liz Truss — who has taken over the political…

An image of the prime minister during yesterday’s PMQs takes the entire front splash for the Independent.

Metro also leads with Boris Johnson facing a barrage of calls to resign after finally admitting he attended a drinks event during lockdown

The Guardian writes that Boris Johnson’s premiership is hanging in the balance after Tory MPs began openly calling for his resignation.

Daily Express reports that Cabinet ministers “rallied around” Boris Johnson on Wednesday night after he apologised for attending a Downing Street drinks party during lockdown.

Daily Mirror writes that Boris Johnson was “fighting for his political life” on Wednesday night as Tory MPs turned on him over “partygate”.

The Sun leads on the limited choices facing Prince Andrew after a US judge refused to throw out the civil sex case against him.

The Guardian says Marks & Spencer and Tesco enjoyed a strong Christmas trading period, partly as the rapid spread of Omicron prompted people to eat and drink more at home.

The Independent says Professor Sir Jonathan Van-Tam, England’s deputy chief medical officer, is stepping down from his position, it has been announced.

The Metro says President Joe Biden cast the annual inflation of 7% – the highest level the US has seen in 40 years.