Times Front Page 14th of August 2020 - Tomorrow's Papers Today!

The government’s decision to add France to its quarantine list has prompted a “scramble” among British holidaymakers to book trains, ferries and flights home before the new rules kick in, according to the Times’ front page lead. The Channel Tunnel service has said its services are “absolutely chocca”, while cross-channel ferries and European airlines are already operating reduced services, the paper says. It warns that the scale of demand could see people forced to stay on their holidays and self-isolate when they return, leading to children missing their first week of the new school term. The Times also reports a “revolt” by Tory MPs over the “shambolic” handling of A-level results. As data showed the government’s marking system had hit some of the most disadvantaged students hardest, the paper says many Tory MPs have voiced fears it could jeopardise their hold on seats taken from Labour in northern England.

Times Front Page 21st of April 2026

The PM is accused of pressuring the Foreign Office to clear Lord Mandelson for a senior post despite vetting concerns. A sacked civil servant says the appointment was forced through and risks were downplayed. No 10 rejects wrongdoing and faces demands for transparency.

Times Front Page 20th of April 2026

Lord Mandelson was granted the highest security clearance, allowing access to sensitive intelligence, during Labour’s preparations for office. The approval has ignited a row over vetting. Starmer will face MPs to explain the process, while a dismissed official linked to the case weighs legal action.

Times Front Page 18th of April 2026

The US and Iran said the Strait of Hormuz has reopened to oil shipments after a regional truce and Israel agreeing to pause military action against an armed group in Lebanon. The step boosts prospects for a broader accord, softens oil prices and steadies markets as shipping resumes.

Times Front Page 17th of April 2026

Leaked files say Lord Mandelson failed security vetting before being named UK ambassador to Washington. The PM is accused of misleading MPs about his clearance, with Tories demanding his resignation and a full inquiry into who bypassed the process.