Metro Front Page 23rd of May 2025
Starmer has confirmed that Britain will transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius under a £101 million-a-year lease arrangement, sparking debate over security, sovereignty, and the displaced population’s future.
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“Third wave alert” is the headline for the Metro, which says there are fears the final stage of easing lockdown in England due on 21 June may be delayed. The paper says scientists are warning a rise in cases of the variant first identified in India could become a surge and overwhelm hospitals. A less gloomy warning features on the other half of the front page, with the headline “heat wave alert”, alongside a picture of two children enjoying a lido near Bristol on Monday – the hottest day of the year so far.
Metro Front Page 22nd of May 2025
Starmer has announced a change of stance on energy bills under pressure from Labour opponents, while the PM has pledged more winter support for older people but has yet to clarify the specifics.
Metro Front Page 21st of May 2025
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.
Metro Front Page 20th of May 2025
Seeking to recalibrate relations with Brussels, the PM struck a fresh agreement hailed by Starmer for potentially lowering costs and easing travel, despite critics accusing it of offering too many concessions.