2025-05-21
Times Front Page 21st of May 2025
Britain is prepared to sanction senior Israeli figures over the situation in Gaza, with leaders cautioning that further escalation may breach international law.
Britain is prepared to sanction senior Israeli figures over the situation in Gaza, with leaders cautioning that further escalation may breach international law.
Israel’s recent statements on Gaza, denounced as “repellent and monstrous” by the foreign secretary, prompted a halt in trade negotiations and drew sharp criticism that such rhetoric undermines the values and relations Britain seeks to uphold.
An ex-PM warns that Britain is sliding towards a police state as judges uphold a mother’s lengthy prison sentence for a contentious online post, triggering a heated debate over free speech.
Rayner’s newly disclosed plan to bolster revenue includes higher levies on shares, pensions, and savers, sparking internal disagreements over how best to protect ordinary earners.
ITV is reducing daytime show budgets, including for Lorraine, Loose Women and This Morning, to pay for World Cup coverage and raising concerns over broadcasting priorities.
A record 81 new investigations into sewage spills have been launched, with water companies under heightened scrutiny and a minister pledging tougher penalties for offenders.
The EU’s proposed measure aims to introduce a fee on low-cost Chinese imports, targeting retailers such as Temu and Shein, as part of broader efforts to address concerns over competition and product standards.
Keir hails the latest EU arrangement as a win-win, with the PM stressing its practical benefits for British shoppers, tourists and businesses, signalling a fresh move beyond Brexit disputes.
Starmer has welcomed a substantial new arrangement with the EU, presenting it as a fresh phase in post-Brexit relations and improved market access, while sceptics claim the £9bn commitment compromises UK fishing rights and raises concerns over sovereignty.
Sir Keir Starmer stands accused of undermining Brexit commitments after consenting to EU control over fishing rights and continued financial contributions, igniting claims that national sovereignty is being compromised.