Newspaper Round Up: 29th of December 2021
Times Front Page 29th of December 2021
10:33 pm
The Times hears that Boris Johnson is being urged to cut the self-isolation period for those with COVID-19 to protect the NHS from a staffing crisis.
Daily Mail Front Page 29th of December 2021
10:28 pm
Experts tell the Daily Mail the self-isolation period for those with COVID-19 should be cut to five days, following the example set by the US.
Daily Mirror Front Page 29th of December 2021
10:24 pm
The Daily Mirror strikes a hopeful note, saying the worst of the pandemic may be over amid claims that Omicron will not be as deadly as previous COVID waves.
Guardian Front Page 29th of December 2021
10:15 pm
The Guardian warns that UK households face a hit of £1,200 next year, with stalling wages and rising tax and energy bills causing a “cost of living catastrophe” in spring.
Daily Telegraph Front Page 29th of December 2021
10:03 pm
The Daily Telegraph has learnt that people with COVID-19 are still being told by NHS messages to quarantine for the full 10-day period even though the government has said this can be cut to a week or less for most people if they test negative.
Independent Front Page 29th of December 2021
9:22 pm
The government has ruled out further coronavirus restrictions in England before the new year, reports The Independent.
Financial Times Front Page 29th of December 2021
9:01 pm
Companies raised a record $12.1tn in 2021 by selling stock, issuing debt and inking new loans, according to the Financial Times.