Times Front Page 16th of July 2021 - Tomorrow's Papers Today!

Plans for a new tax to fund reforms of the social care system are being backed by the prime minister and could be agreed “within weeks”, according to the Times. The paper says Boris Johnson reportedly told aides that a deal on the plans could be imminent – with Downing Street said to be keen to make an announcement to chime with the second anniversary of the PM’s arrival in No 10. But the paper points out that “key elements of the policy have yet to be finalised”, but says it will “likely” include a cap on the amount people have to pay towards their own care and extra funding to ensure more people get help and staff are better paid.

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Clerics have chosen Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s new supreme leader after his father’s death, signalling a harder line. The move challenges Trump and could stiffen positions on sanctions, nuclear talks and regional policy.

Times Front Page 7th of March 2026

Trump demanded Iran accept unconditional surrender. UK ministers reviewed the legal basis for involvement, with Lammy saying the RAF could lawfully act against launch sites. Oil prices rose, adding pressure at the pumps.

Times Front Page 6th of March 2026

Trump says he will try to shape Iran’s leadership transition, dismissing the supreme leader’s son as unsuitable and urging a different choice by the clerical body. He hints further political and economic pressure could be used as the succession unfolds.

Times Front Page 5th of March 2026

Partners in Cyprus and the Gulf criticise the UK’s response to recent regional incidents, claiming the island’s defences and British citizens were left at risk. The PM and defence secretary reject this, saying forces prioritised protection and pledging tighter coordination and readiness.