Newspaper headlines: 'Better deal' with EU and 'winter fuel U-turn'

Newspaper headlines: 'Better deal' with EU and 'winter fuel U-turn'

Rachel Reeves, ahead of the EU-UK summit, expressed optimism about forging a more robust relationship with the European Union to secure a “better deal” on trade. In an interview with the Guardian, she emphasized the potential for enhanced ties with the EU, noting significant opportunities for improvement. The front page of the Guardian features a photo of Kristen Stewart at the Cannes film festival.

Sir Keir Starmer’s interview takes center stage in The Times, as he touts the benefits of a Brexit reset that could lead to people being “better off.” Additionally, Starmer announced a youth mobility scheme at the EU summit that would allow young Europeans to live and work in Britain. Despite accusations from Reform UK and the Conservative Party that this move could reintroduce freedom of movement through the back door, Starmer denies such claims.

The Financial Times reports on the removal of Novo Nordisk’s chief executive, leading to a significant drop in the company’s shares, over 50%. Known for its obesity drug Ozempic, Novo Nordisk has reportedly lost its position as Europe’s most valuable listed company. The front page of the paper highlights French actor Juliette Binoche at the Cannes Film Festival.

The Daily Express highlights the prime minister’s consideration of a U-turn on winter fuel payment cuts, following backlash from pensioners. Previously defended as necessary for public finance restoration, the potential reversal is seen as a response to growing concerns. Elsewhere, a photo of Dame Esther Rantzen’s daughter advocating for the legalization of assisted dying is featured on the front page

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