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Some of Saturday’s papers lead with growing tensions between Westminster and regional governments over coronavirus restrictions. The Guardian says Boris Johnson has attempted to “strongarm” leaders in Greater Manchester into accepting restrictions without providing additional money to businesses. It comes after the PM held a Downing Street press conference during which he reiterated his threat to impose tier three lockdown – the highest one – if an agreement cannot be reached soon. Mr Johnson has dismissed suggestions of a national “circuit break” – apparently at odds with his chief scientific adviser, Sir Patrick Vallance.

Guardian Front Page 25th of November 2024

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will defend her decision to raise taxes as necessary to boost public spending and support essential services, arguing that there are no other viable alternatives to address the country’s economic challenges.

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Guardian Front Page 20th of November 2024

Growing tensions have emerged due to concerns over Russia’s alleged hybrid warfare tactics against Western nations, following the USA’s decision to allow Ukraine access to long-range missiles, with Russia promising an appropriate response.

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