The front pages of UK newspapers today focused on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s position being called into question. The Daily Telegraph said Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer would not confirm whether she would keep her job next year, while the Daily Mail labelled the Treasury “in turmoil.” Meanwhile, The Guardian warns of “ruthless” public spending cuts as the Treasury looks for billions of pounds of savings. The i says the government has not ruled out cuts to benefits.
Elsewhere, The Times reports polling by YouGov which indicates Reform UK is currently tied with Labour among voters, pushing the Conservatives into third place. The Metro has branded a man an “innocent monster” after being found guilty of assault and prolonged domestic violence linked to the suicide of his partner. The Financial Times has revealed that some European Union shipyards have carried out repairs on Russia’s Arctic gas tankers despite sanctions aimed at the country’s energy sector.
One of the most prevalent stories surrounds Rachel Reeves, with criticism surrounding the falling pound and rising government borrowing costs, leading to speculation regarding her future in the position. An uncertain future has been reported on the front page of The Daily Telegraph following Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s unwillingness to confirm whether Reeves would continue in her position next year. The Daily Mail has labelled the chancellor and her deputy Tulip Siddiq “two lame ducks”, highlighting the Treasury’s current turmoil amidst stuttering growth, surging government borrowing costs, and a growing business backlash.
Meanwhile, The Guardian reports on Sir Keir Starmer warning of “ruthless” public spending cuts as the Treasury looks to identify billions of pounds of savings. The i warns government cuts to benefits could be another option on the table in the search for savings. Reform UK’s continued popularity is also noted in this week’s YouGov poll, which claims that the Tories have been pushed into third place
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