Newspaper Round Up: 5th of January 2025

Independent Front Page 5th of January 2025

The analysis of the five-year economic impact of Brexit highlights significant costs, including a £30.2 billion divorce settlement, a £27 billion drop in goods exports to the EU, and serious challenges faced by sectors such as food, agriculture, and fishing, alongside broader issues like reduced workforce availability and changes in migration patterns.

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Sunday Times Front Page 5th of January 2025

The PM has been urged to increase defence spending amid concerns that the UK’s current defences may be vulnerable to ballistic missile threats, with alerts emphasising the necessity for robust measures to protect against potential strikes.

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Sunday Express Front Page 5th of January 2025

The NHS faces significant challenges as freezing temperatures and a surge in winter viruses are predicted to lead to an estimated 14,000 additional deaths due to A&E delays, with experts warning of increased strain on healthcare services and heightened pressure on the PM amid ongoing debates over winter fuel payments for the elderly.

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Observer Front Page 5th of January 2025

The Prime Minister is contemplating the expansion of open prisons for a greater number of offenders in response to overcrowded facilities and a rise in violent incidents, though this approach has raised concerns due to the recent absconding of over 140 inmates from less secure institutions.

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