Today’s news summary – Paper Talk
Tuesday’s front pages lead on an investigation by Parliament’s watchdog into Rishi Sunak’s possible failure to declare an interest.
According to The Daily Telegraph, government guidelines to be issued soon will not require single-sex schools in England to accommodate transgender pupils. The paper reports that headteachers and governors have expressed concern about potential discrimination claims if they reject transgender pupils.
Just Stop Oil protest
Several newspapers showcase pictures of the Just Stop Oil protester, who threw orange powder on one of the tables during the World Snooker Championship last night.
The Daily Star describes it as “foul and a mess,” while the i deems it “snooker loopy.” According to The Guardian, the quick thinking of the referee prevented further damage from a second protester. Following the protests at the Grand National, the Daily Telegraph wonders if we are in for a summer of sporting disruptions, to which it replies, “Sadly, that is the fear.”
Rishi Sunak investigation
According to the i, Mr Sunak has stated that he disclosed the link privately to the Cabinet office and is willing to cooperate with the investigation. The Metro questions if this is a mistake made by the Prime Minister, as he announces on the same day that all school pupils will be required to study maths until the age of 18. In the Daily Mirror, Stephen Lawrence’s father, Neville, sends a message to his son’s killers, insisting they confess to the crime before being released back into society. He plans to read a victim impact statement and face them at their parole hearings.