Independent Front Page 8th of August 2022
10:40 pm
The Independent reports that police officers are covering for other services as the NHS buckles under surging demand.
Newspaper Round Up: 8th of August 2022
Daily Telegraph Front Page 8th of August 2022
10:35 pm
Stephen Barclay, the new health secretary, has warned the NHS is facing a winter emergency – The Daily Telegraph reports he fears if action is delayed until a new prime minister is in office, it will be “too late.”
Times Front Page 8th of August 2022
10:34 pm
In a YouGov poll, two-thirds of voters believe Liz Truss is wrong to prioritize tax cuts over tackling the cost of living – The Times says the poll should serve as a warning to her.
Daily Mail Front Page 8th of August 2022
10:32 pm
Conservative MPs involved in a “witch hunt” investigation into Boris Johnson over partygate should resign, according to the Daily Mail.
Daily Mirror Front Page 8th of August 2022
10:15 pm
In response to the cost of living crisis, Gordon Brown has called for parliament to be recalled immediately and for the COBRA emergency committee to meet on a daily basis to address the situation.
Guardian Front Page 8th of August 2022
10:13 pm
In a move that could make it harder to bring successful legal challenges against the government, Justice Secretary Dominic Raab plans to curb judges’ powers – The Guardian reports that the proposals have raised alarms.
Daily Express Front Page 8th of August 2022
10:12 pm
The Daily Express reports that Liz Truss is considering making urgent payments directly to households struggling with the cost of living crisis.
Daily Star Front Page 8th of August 2022
9:57 pm
The Daily Star is warning of an upcoming “35C pongdemic” after a water company “kicked up a stink” by suggesting we stop showering and wipe ourselves instead with flannels.
Metro Front Page 8th of August 2022
9:54 pm
Strip searches have traumatized hundreds of children, some as young as 10 years old, Metro reports.
i Front Page 8th of August 2022
9:12 pm
The i’s headline says the outcome of the Conservative leadership contest will be determined by cost of living plans. It is said that Liz Truss is ruling out more direct support, but Rishi Sunak may be planning more measures, such as increasing benefits.
Financial Times Front Page 8th of August 2022
9:06 pm
The Financial Times reports that Conservative leadership candidate Liz Truss faces pressure to offer more assistance to poor households.