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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 some of those who have died on the roads. “It’s the existing smart motorways that are killing us,” a widow of a man who died on the M1 tells the paper.
Today's top stories
Russia’s air defences mistakenly shoot down £11 million Mi-8 helicopter
October 2, 2026
11:00 pm
A Russian Mi-8 military helicopter valued at £11 million was shot down by its own air defences in the Voronezh region, resulting in the deaths of three crew members.
Two underage migrants injured in knife attack during Ceuta violence
October 2, 2026
10:00 pm
Two underage migrants were injured in a knife attack during a fight in Ceuta’s La Marina area, highlighting ongoing violence amid the city’s migration emergency. National Police responded, as emergency services treated the youths for cuts. Ceuta continues to struggle with accommodation challenges for migrants.
Flydubai pilot recounts cockpit stabbing incident to PM Modi
October 2, 2026
9:01 pm
What’s going on?
Flydubai confirmed a serious incident involving a cockpit stabbing on one of its flights. The pilot recounted the details to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the gravity of the situation. Authorities remain engaged in investigations following the attack.
The New York Times emphasised the emotional aspect, stating, “The Mother’s Scream That Sent Passengers to the Rescue.” In contrast, Reuters reported, “Indian pilot tells PM Modi he opened flydubai cockpit door during attack,” focusing on the actions taken during the incident. This difference highlights the varied narrative approaches to the same event—one emotional and heroic, the other more procedural.
Coverage analysed: The New York Times | Reuters
Alberta Mountie acquitted of illegally accessing police database for Rwanda
October 2, 2026
7:00 pm
RCMP Constable Eli Ndatuje faced charges under the Criminal Code and the Security of Information Act for alleged unauthorised access to the police database. However, he has been found not guilty of all charges related to the case.
Trump states potential end to Iran war after election as troops head to Middle East
October 2, 2026
5:00 pm
Iran’s parliament has completed committee review of a proposed bill to establish management of the Strait of Hormuz, imposing fees on commercial vessels. The legislation would restrict access to ships from nations deemed hostile, while requiring authorisation for vessels from non-hostile countries. The bill awaits full parliamentary debate.
Danny Tommo appears in court over entry into restricted Dover migrant centre
October 2, 2026
4:00 pm
Daniel Thomas, known as Danny Tommo, appeared via video link at Margate Magistrates’ Court, facing charges related to his alleged entry into a restricted zone at a migrant processing centre in Dover. He pleaded guilty to this charge and is set for a case management hearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 4 November.
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