Newspaper Round Up: 10th of June 2025

Independent Front Page 10th of June 2025

In a major policy reversal, the Chancellor has decided to restore winter fuel support to pensioners on incomes of up to £35,000—benefitting around nine million people—although critics worry about the economic implications ahead of the forthcoming spending review.

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Times Front Page 10th of June 2025

Ministers have reversed proposed restrictions on winter fuel payments for pensioners on lower incomes, prompting fresh scrutiny over how the Chancellor will secure funding for this significant policy U-turn.

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Guardian Front Page 10th of June 2025

Labour has announced a £14bn package for nuclear power, aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels and accelerating the drive towards net-zero emissions through new power stations and small modular reactors.

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Daily Mail Front Page 10th of June 2025

In a dramatic climbdown, Labour reinstated the winter fuel payment for pensioners earning under £35,000, with Reeves refusing to apologise for the earlier cut and the PM facing criticism for claiming the move was now feasible thanks to the party’s handling of the economy.

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i Front Page 10th of June 2025

A new decision means pensioners earning under £35,000 will see expanded winter fuel support, with Labour MPs cautioning that lessons must be learned to avoid similar missteps when reforming disability benefits.

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Metro Front Page 10th of June 2025

Critics label the Chancellor’s reversal on winter fuel support as humiliating, as the annual boost is reinstated for nine million pensioners but faces accusations of creating tax traps and cuts to fund it.

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