Times Front Page 4th of April 2025
Global markets have suffered massive losses following sweeping tariffs from the US, prompting calls for caution from business leaders and the PM as they assess the potential long-term impact on economic growth.
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The Times takes a more upbeat tone with its lockdown easing lead, saying that Prime Minister Boris Johnson is “increasingly optimistic” that Covid restrictions can lift as planned on 21 June, as early data had suggested the Indian variant was not spreading as fast as first thought. But the paper cautions that “firmer” data is due to come out next week – with government sources stressing the figures were preliminary and “the picture could change significantly again”.
Times Front Page 3rd of April 2025
Donald Trump has declared new import levies on British goods at a baseline of 10%, extending a 20% rate to the EU and framing the move as a bold step towards economic self-reliance, with the measures set to begin on Saturday.
Times Front Page 2nd of April 2025
Businesses are advised to prepare for potential economic fallout from proposed US tariffs, with the PM choosing not to retaliate while pursuing a more favourable trade agreement.
Times Front Page 1st of April 2025
The PM has acknowledged that impending US tariffs could harm Britain’s economy, with officials describing the negotiations as challenging as they strive for a favourable deal.