The front page of the Daily Mirror this morning, 14-04-2025, reports on the Manchester Arena plotter who attacked three prison officers with boiling oil and a homemade knife. The attack has left the three officers with life-threaning injuries, and unions are calling for change to ensure better safety for those working in prisons. Celebrity news makes the front splash, with Mikey Rouke being booted from the Big Brother house over his vile behaviour and Katy…
The front page of Metro this morning, 14-04-2025, leads with British Steel reporting the government used special powers to take over the plant yesterday. Elsewhere, there is a report on the Universal theme park, which is set to boost the UK economy and bring thousands of jobs, a guide to budgeting money for those with babies, and a report on Coachella. Britain in blast chance saloon More from WTX News
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The front page of the i newspaper this morning, 14-04-2025, reports on the government using emergency powers to take over Scunthorpe’s British Steel plant, the weekend’s Premier League action and some exclusive features on dressing like a millennial and a report on Prince Harry and how he spends his days. Chinese firms may be blocked from critical UK sites in further after steel sabotage warnings More from WTX News
The front page of The Guardian this morning, 14-04-2025, reports on the latest from the Scunthorpe British Steel plant takeover after the government enacted special powers to take control of the plant in just a single day. Reports suggest rivals are looking to buy the plant whilst others call for it to be nationalised. There is a report on how benefit cuts could impact Labour’s seat majority, as well as reports on the latest Russian…
The front page of The Times this morning, 14-04-2025, leads with the latest from the British Steel plant after the government enacted special powers to take over the plant amid speculation that the Chinese owners were trying to sabotage British Steel to make Britain rely on cheap Chinese steel instead. There is a report on the Birmingham bin strikes as the army is called in to help, legal experts are backing more trials without juries…
The government took the drastic step of taking control of British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant over the weekend after enacting emergency legislation that was rushed through Parliament in a single day.
The business secretary Jonathan Reynolds told MPs that the likely next step would be to nationalise the Scunthorpe plant.
The government say they were forced to seek emergency powers to stop the Chinese owners, Jingype, from shutting down the two blast furnaces, which would have ended primary steel production in the UK.
Since the shocking intervention from the British government, the UK headlines are assessing what could happen next with calls for the plant to be nationalised, rivals looking to buy the plant and fears the Chinese owners are trying to sabotage the site to force Britain to rely on cheap Chinese imports.
The Manchester bomber plotter has viciously attacked three prison officers. Hashem Abedi, the brother of the Manchester Arena bomber, Salman Abedi, attacked the prison officers with hot cooking oil and homemade weapons at HMP Frankland, leaving them with life-threatening injuries.
The officers were hospitalised, with one female officer since discharged.
Abedi is already serving a 55-year sentence for his involvement in the 2017 bombing. He had previously assaulted a prison officer at Belmarsh prison.
The attack has led to calls from unions representing prison officers for change to protect prison workers further – calls including banning prisoners from working in kitchens amid fears of copycat attacks.
A private plane crash in Copake, New York, resulted in the deaths of all six individuals on board, including former MIT football player Karenna Groff and her family members.
The UK government has called in the army to help assist the Birmingham City Council in dealing with the sanitation crisis due to the ongoing Birmingham bin strikes. The military support will consist of three office-based personnel providing logistical planning with soldiers not being deployed for rubbish collection.
The months-long strike by the city’s bin workers originated from disputes over pay and job security.
A week after Donald Trump unleashed his destructive and ill-thought-out tariffs on the world, US politics has stopped dominating the front splashes in the UK.
Monday’s headlines lead with domestic news such as the race to save British steel, the Army being sent in to deal with the Birmingham bin strikes and reports on the Manchester bomber plotter attacking three prison guards with boiling oil and a homemade knife.
Liverpool and Newcastle’s weekend Premier League wins dominate the sports pages.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and his family evacuated during Passover after an alleged arson attack on their Harrisburg residence, with police alerting them at 2am.
Merz’s CDU and its Bavarian sister party the Christian Social Union (CSU) have struck a coalition deal with the SPD to form a new government. The coalition agreement came after the CDU came in first place in snap German elections in February.
Xi Jinping’s Diplomatic Mission: Chinese President Xi Jinping has commenced a pivotal week of diplomacy in Southeast Asia, beginning his visit in Vietnam. This trip serves to reinforce China’s image as a responsible global player in contrast to the United States’ recent trade policies under President Donald Trump, particularly as the US maintains high tariffs on Chinese goods.
The UK government has mobilised military planners to assist Birmingham City Council in addressing the sanitation crisis due to an ongoing strike by bin workers, posing a public health risk.
British Steel is urgently working to secure raw materials like coking coal amid a crisis that threatens the future of the Scunthorpe plant, with government officials involved in negotiations.
Rory McIlroy.completed a career grand slam by winning the US Masters, the final major tournament he needed for this achievement.
Cliff Notes – Actress Jean Marsh dies Jean Marsh, renowned for her role as Rose in Upstairs, Downstairs, has passed away at the age of 90, with her friend stating she died peacefully in bed. Marsh co-created Upstairs, Downstairs with Dame Eileen Atkins and won an Emmy in 1976 for her performance, showcasing her talent as both an actress and writer. Born in 1934 in London, Marsh had a successful career in both British and…
Cliff Notes Russia’s recent missile strikes in Sumy, targeting civilians and resulting in at least 34 fatalities, have drawn severe condemnation from US officials, including Keith Kellogg, President Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine. Vladimir Putin appears undeterred by international criticism, risking alienation from the US as he continues aggressive military actions which may undermine efforts for peace talks. The ongoing violence highlights Ukraine’s urgent need for air defence systems, as President Zelenskyy underscores the importance…
Cliff Notes The Prison Officers Association reported that three officers were attacked by Hashem Abedi at Frankland prison, resulting in serious injuries, including one officer with a punctured lung. POA chairman Mark Fairhurst has called for urgent changes in prison safety, including the issuance of stab-proof vests to protect staff from violent offenders. A Ministry of Justice statement confirmed an investigation into the attack and assured that measures would be taken to enhance staff safety,…
Cliff Notes A body was discovered in the River Thames, potentially linked to 11-year-old Kaliyah Coa, who went missing after falling into the water in March. The Metropolitan Police have informed Kaliyah’s family about the recovery and are providing them with support through specialist officers. Kaliyah was reportedly playing during a school inset day when she entered the river near Barge House Causeway, which residents noted was slippery and moss-covered. Body found after girl, 11,…
Cliff Notes Pope Francis made a public appearance in St Peter’s Square for Palm Sunday, continuing his recovery from double pneumonia after being released from hospital on 23 March. The 88-year-old pontiff, who greeted a crowd of 20,000, was not requiring supplemental oxygen, suggesting significant improvement in his health. During his address, he offered prayers for global conflicts, including those in Sudan, Lebanon, Ukraine, and others, reflecting on his own experience of physical weakness. Pope…
Cliff Notes A man in his 50s was found dead in the ruins of a house following an explosion in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, leading to a declared major incident. Emergency services evacuated nearby homes as the explosion damaged several properties, and local police confirmed that investigations are ongoing. Chief Inspector Collings noted the incident’s serious nature and highlighted community support for the victim’s family while warning against the use of drones in the area. Man found…
Cliff Notes An Israeli air strike targeted the al-Ahli Arab Baptist Hospital in Gaza City, reportedly citing the facility as a Hamas command centre, with one patient dying during the evacuation. The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) claimed measures were taken to minimise civilian casualties, while Hamas denies using hospitals for military purposes and accuses Israel of deliberate attacks on medical infrastructure. The conflict escalates as Israel restarts its air and ground offensive, following a ceasefire,…
Cliff Notes Liberal Democrat MP Wera Hobhouse was denied entry to Hong Kong upon arrival, despite travelling to see her three-month-old grandson. The incident is part of a pattern where members of the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China, of which Hobhouse is a member, have faced entry bans in China. Foreign Secretary David Lammy has expressed concern over the refusal of entry for an MP on personal grounds and plans to demand clarification from Hong Kong…
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