Tuesday’s headlines are heavily focused on what’s happening outside our little island, with heavy coverage of the latest airstrikes in Ukraine and the group chat blunder from top US officials.

A handful of headlines look ahead to Wednesday’s Spring Statement and continue to speculate on potential job losses and cuts to public spending. There is a handful of stand-alone stories on the front pages, covering domestic news.

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UK Welfare Cuts: Why the Government Prioritises Foreign Aid Over Its Own People

This Weeks News Briefing Editorial looks at the real cost of political priorities. How can a modern economy cut welfare like 3rd world economy.

UK welfare cuts are increasingly out of touch with the needs of the public, especially against the backdrop of rising foreign aid to Ukraine and increased NATO spending. This has left many Brits asking: why is our health and well-being not being prioritised?

The answer may be simpler—and more strategic—than it seems. When people are struggling to pay their bills and put food on the table, they have less time to question the actions of those in power.

By keeping the public in a state of financial insecurity, politicians maintain control while diverting spending towards areas that benefit their financial backers. But where is all our tax money actually going, and why are we always told to tighten our belts while government spending skyrockets?

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Germany set to vote on historic increase in defence spending

Germany’s Bundestag is poised to vote on a significant fiscal package that proposes amendments to longstanding debt policies, aiming to facilitate increased defence spending and establish a €500 billion infrastructure and climate fund.

The vote is seen as a response to Russia’s advances in Ukraine as the United States makes clear Europe can no longer rely on US protection from Russia.

Supporters of lifting the debt restrictions to boost defence spending say it’s essential for European security but there is also opposition. The decision could influence broader European defence initiatives, like the EU’s proposed €800 billion ReArm Europe fund.

England World Cup qualifiers - The Tuchel era begins

England 3-0 Latvia – Tuchel era off to positive start

Opinions on the England National Football team are being shared far and wide after their first two World Cup qualifier matches ended in two wins, two clean sheets and some debut performances.

England sit at the top of their group after a 2-0 win over Albania

England vs Albania on TV – Thomas Tuchel era begins – Team News, Predictions, Starting XI

England is in action against Albania this Friday evening, taking their first step towards qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Chancellor tries to buy off rebels ahead of Spring Statement cuts

The headlines this morning continue speculating over Wednesday’s Spring Statement. The chancellor has hinted at severe spending cuts and the left-wing backbenchers are eyeing up a rebellion – one No 1o is desperate to stamp out before it gets going. The papers suggest the chancellor is trying to buy off

‘Worst cuts in a generation’ – UK braces for Spring Statement

Most of the UK newspapers speculate, assess and give their verdict on what’s expected to be revealed in Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement, which will be announced on Wednesday. ‘Worst cuts in a generation,’

Spring Statement – No more tax rises but austerity cuts on the way

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will unveil her Spring Statement next week just a week after massive backlash to the government’s plans to overhaul the welfare system.

The papers have been given a preview of the Spring Statement and they report there will be no more tax rises

Heathrow fire backlash – Airport acted ‘prematurely’

Several of the UK newspapers pick up on an interview with the National Grid chief John Pettigrew who said that Heathrow had “enough power” from other substations and lack of power wasn’t the reason Europe’s biggest airport shut down.

Heathrow resumes flights and hopes for full day of service but passengers face further delays

Heathrow Airport is resuming operations following a significant power outage caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation, which resulted in over 1,000 flight cancellations and major disruptions for approximately 290,000 passengers.

Canada calls snap election as new PM warns of Trump threat

Several of the UK newspaper front pages report on the new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney calling for a snap general election – set for 28 April 2025.

The race for election is fully underway and amongst the key issues Canadians will have in mind as

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vows Donald Trump will not ‘break us’ as he calls snap election

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap election for 28 April amid escalating tensions with the US, particularly threats from President Donald Trump regarding Canada’s sovereignty and trade policies.

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Teenager died after buying bike with defective brakes – inquest

UK spends double the defence budget on working age benefits

Bank adds to growing pains for chancellor

Domestic abuse driving more victims to suicide, warn police

Threat to take Reform donor’s OBE ignites free speech row

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Reece James hasn’t started for England for 3 years and still scored a goal before Foden 😭

Rachel Reeves has no credibility. She had a company credit card taken away because of misuse, she had her parliamentary credit card suspended because of misuse, she falsified her CV, and her recently published book was riddled with plagiarism. The chancellor is a fraudster.

Rachel Reeves helping herself to expensive freebie concert tickets whilst slashing benefits for millions of the poorest members of society is such a bad optic, only worsened by her pathetic ‘security’ excuse.

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Cuts to come in Spring Statement – PM told not to appease Trump – Canada snap election

A lot is happening this Monday morning with news across the UK being dominated by both domestic politics and international stories. The chancellor is making the headlines ahead of Wednesday’s Spring Statement, with the newspaper front pages speculating on what

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England World Cup qualifiers - The Tuchel era begins

England 3-0 Latvia – Tuchel era off to positive start

Spring Statement: UK braces for 'worst cuts in a generation'

Chancellor tries to buy off rebels ahead of Spring Statement cuts

‘Worst cuts in a generation’ – UK braces for Spring Statement

Spring Statement – No more tax rises but austerity cuts on the way

Heathrow Fire latest - backlash over airport response

Heathrow fire backlash – Airport acted ‘prematurely’

Heathrow resumes flights and hopes for full day of service but passengers face further delays

Canada calls snap election

Canada calls snap election as new PM warns of Trump threat

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vows Donald Trump will not ‘break us’ as he calls snap election

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Cut Scots energy bills

Teenager died after buying bike with defective brakes – inquest

UK spends double the defence budget on working age benefits

Bank adds to growing pains for chancellor

Domestic abuse driving more victims to suicide, warn police

Threat to take Reform donor’s OBE ignites free speech row

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Cuts to come in Spring Statement – PM told not to appease Trump – Canada snap election

Spring Statement – Biggest cuts since austerity – Massacre mission stopped

Benefits overhaul reaction – Ukraine and Russia attacks – Israel vows slaughter is only the beginning

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