British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has reportedly given the green light to fossil fuel companies to explore oil and gas on offshore wind sites. According to The Guardian, critics have slammed the move, which they say is inconsistent with the government’s commitment to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
In other news, The Express reports that Home Secretary James Cleverly has vowed that protesters “will not deter us from doing what is right for the British public.” The comments come after protests against plans to transfer asylum seekers to the Bibby Stockholm barge in Dorset turned violent.
Meanwhile, The Times claims that local councils across the UK are rushing to cut building targets under Conservative reforms. The move is reportedly prompted by fears that a Labour government could overturn the current housing policies.
In international news, The Telegraph reports that the UK government has invited the Republic of Ireland to join the Rwanda deal. The move follows tensions between the two countries regarding the relocation of asylum seekers from the UK.
The Daily Mail leads with comments from Sunak, accusing the Labour Party of being a “soft touch” on migration. The paper also features a picture of Princess Charlotte on her ninth birthday.
Keir Starmer’s team is reportedly setting up meetings with Donald Trump’s inner circle ahead of the UK and US elections, according to The i. Finally, The Mirror focuses on the FA’s participation in “top-level” talks to discuss the reintroduction of FA Cup replays. The Daily Star reports on the rise in the use of fake tan ahead of the May bank holiday weekend
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