Daily Express Front Page 26th of August 2020
11:03 pm
The Daily Express leads on the ongoing debate over the lyrics of Rule Britannia and Boris Johnson’s view that it’s time to stop being embarrassed about Britain’s past.
Newspaper Round Up: 26th of August 2020
Times Front Page 26th of August 2020
10:38 pm
The Times says the wearing of masks in schools will apply to pupils aged 11 or over.
Daily Mail Front Page 26th of August 2020
10:17 pm
The Daily Mail leads on Boris Johnson’s accusation that the BBC is being “wet” by considering dropping Rule Britannia and Land Of Hope And Glory from its Last Night Of The Proms broadcast.
Daily Mirror Front Page 26th of August 2020
10:09 pm
The Daily Mirror reports that Manchester United captain Harry Maguire, who was dropped by England after being conviced of bribery and assault in Greece, has promised to clear his name.
Guardian Front Page 26th of August 2020
10:08 pm
The Guardian leads on the government’s U-turn over pupils wearing masks in schools.
i Front Page 26th of August 2020
10:00 pm
The i reports on the government’s new guidance on wearing masks in schools, calling it “yet another U-turn”.
Daily Star Front Page 26th of August 2020
9:47 pm
The Daily Star goes with Harry Maguire being found guilty on a series of charges while on holiday on Mykonos and promptly being dropped by England, calling the affair his “shame”.
Metro Front Page 26th of August 2020
9:41 pm
Metro leads on the conviction of Harry Maguire for offences including assault and bribery in Greece.
Financial Times Front Page 26th of August 2020
9:37 pm
The Financial Times reports that Chinese firm Ant Group is preparing an initial public offering to raise up to $30bn (£23bn).