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The Guardian’s splash leads with a warning from Britain’s equalities watchdog that it will intervene in the outcry over the handling of A-level results after students from disadvantaged backgrounds appeared to be hit hardest under the government’s calculated marking system. The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) told the paper it would consider all its powers “so that ethnic minority and disabled children are treated fairly”. Meanwhile, the front page also reports on a “historic” deal between Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to establish full diplomatic ties, under which Israel would “suspend” its plans to annex parts of the Palestinian territories. But the Guardian says “cracks” have quickly appeared in the Washington brokered deal, after Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said there was “no change” to his annexation plans, while the UAE insisted Israel “immediately” halt those plans.

Guardian Front Page 8th of December 2025

Healthwatch England says about one in seven GP referrals is lost, rejected or delayed, leaving people off waiting lists unless they chase. It blames poor communication between practices and hospitals and warns this risks slower diagnosis and treatment and avoidable harm.

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Guardian Front Page 6th of December 2025

A former Dulwich College pupil, Yinka Bankole, alleges Nigel Farage made a racist remark to him when they were 17. He spoke out after the Reform leader’s press conference denying racism and antisemitism. Farage rejects the claim and criticises broadcasters for reporting earlier allegations.

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Guardian Front Page 5th of December 2025

Nigel Farage rejected new claims from former classmates that he used racist language at school, calling them vindictive. He attacked broadcasters and the Guardian over coverage as his party slips in polls, bringing renewed scrutiny of his conduct and leadership.

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