The announcement by Ms Murty came less than a day after the chancellor offered what the Daily Telegraph calls a “staunch” defence of his wife’s position, claiming there was a political “smear” campaign against his family. Separately, the paper carries a large photo of actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith. It was announced on Friday that Smith has been given a 10-year ban from the Academy Awards after he slapped comedian Chris Rock at last month’s ceremony.