What’s on the front page of the Western Mail?
The front page of the Western Mail this morning – 28/11/2024 – reports on pensioners murdered by a freed double killer.
A 57-year-old man, Brian Whitelock, who was previously convicted of double murder and released from prison in 2018, has been found guilty of murdering his neighbor, Wendy Buckney, 71. The incident occurred during a brutal attack in her home, involving a knife, broken table leg, and wooden shelving. The court trial revealed the harrowing details, and Whitelock’s courtroom behavior included outbursts towards the jury. Wendy Buckney was described by loved ones as kind and community-oriented.
The front page discusses Welsh rugby and highlights the need for the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) to focus on recovering and targeting lost talent to strengthen the national team’s future. It also previews Wales’ upcoming match against the All Blacks.
The First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford, defends the controversial “tourism tax,” suggesting it is a fair approach to funding local infrastructure and services impacted by tourism.
A feature on plans for a £1 billion investment into a foundry by a tech company. This investment has significant implications for local economic development and job creation.
‘Mohamed Al Fayed accusations’ & ‘Tories got immigration wrong’ – Paper Talk UK
A variety of topics feature on the front page. Several front pages cover the new allegations against the late Mohammed Al-Fayed. Police have said 90 women have now come forward with allegations, including an allegation from someone who – at the time – was “just 13.”
Domestic news features on the rest of the papers including the latest from No 10 and the UK-wide hunt for the Euromillions jackpot winner!
Elsewhere, most of the papers reflect on the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah which came into effect in Lebanon in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
The back pages are dominated by Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Real Madrid in the Champions League.
