Today’s news summary – Paper Talk
Thursday’s front pages lead on the latest news from UK politics, including claims the PM is ‘out of touch’ on the cost of living crisis, and more talk from Brexit – as carmaker presses for a delay in rules as it could threaten the UK’s car industry.
Many newspapers splash on Prince Harry and his wife Meghan who attended an event in NYC on Tuesday night before being involved in a chase with NY paparazzi, which the couple’s spokesperson described as “near catastrophic.”
UK Politics latest
The Guardian accuses the PM of being out of touch for claiming the economy is improving despite high living costs. Rishi Sunak, on a flight to the G7 summit, said there were “lots of signs that things are moving in the right direction” with the economy. Labour’s Treasury spokesperson criticises the prime minister for being disconnected from working people’s reality.
The Daily Express highlights Rishi Sunak’s promise of tax cuts before the election. The prime minister plans to ease the burden on working Britons once inflation decreases and borrowing is under control.
The Daily Mail reports that Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer stirs controversy by suggesting a possible renegotiation of the Brexit deal if he wins power. Starmer clarifies that he seeks a better deal, not rejoining the EU.
The Financial Times reveals that German carmakers request a delay in Brexit rules for tariff-free access to the UK. Concerns over electric vehicle battery regulations prompt calls for a renegotiation of the trade deal. German companies fear a competitive disadvantage in the UK market due to the slower development of Europe’s battery industry.
‘Cost of obesity’
The Telegraph highlights the “Massive cost of obesity to the NHS”. A study following 2.8 million individuals for ten years reveals that the heaviest patients incur £1400 in annual expenses, double the amount for those of a “healthy weight”. The Times also covers the story, with experts emphasising the need to address obesity to ensure economic prosperity and the sustainability of the NHS, as it contributes to increased long-term sickness rates.
Harry and Meghan NYC car chase
Metro is one of several newspapers to lead on Prince Harry, Meghan and Meghan’s mother being involved in “a near catastrophic” car chase, according to the couple’s spokesperson. Paparazzi were said to have followed the family for nearly two hours in New York on Tuesday. The i also leads with the car chase saying it sparks a security row. Most of the papers feature an image of the couple and carry the story somewhere on their front pages.
