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DAILY MIRROR: Sadiq Khan faces pressure to halt controversial tower block in Penge after safety standards are undermined, risking a repeat of Grenfell's deadly legacy. - by Mikey Smith

THE GUARDIAN: Speaker Hoyle's growing collection: 300 gifts raise eyebrows while he defends lavish spending on foreign trips, highlighting the blurred lines in parliamentary ethics. - by Rowena Mason

THE INDEPENDENT: Starmer joins allies in bold ultimatum to Putin: agree to a ceasefire or face unprecedented sanctions, heralding a rare moment of unity among Western leaders for Ukraine's future. - by Kate Devlin

BELFAST TELEGRAPH: Mystifying £2.35m transport bill sparks scrutiny as taskforce investigates health trust's financial priorities and accountability. - by Noel McAdam

LIVERPOOL ECHO: Paul McCartney leads a star-studded call to arms against copyright threats, rallying creatives to safeguard the future of the UK's artistic industries amidst rising AI dominance. - by Lauren Del Fabbro, Dan Haygarth

DAILY MIRROR: Labour defends landmark trade deals as crucial lifeline for UK jobs, while Tories face backlash for misrepresentation and faltering agreements. Is this the turning point for workers' rights and economic resilience? - by Mikey Smith

THE HERALD: A fragile peace: India and Pakistan's ceasefire agreement signals a new era after US-led negotiations and raises questions about regional stability.

LIVERPOOL ECHO: Conservative split exposes a culture of intimidation, as councillors prioritise integrity over party loyalty in Wirral's political landscape. Discontent brews as cronyism clashes with community values. - by Edward Barnes

DAILY MIRROR: Trump's latest power plays: Government purges and a bid to suspend constitutional rights fuel growing fears of authoritarianism. - by Mikey Smith

LIVERPOOL ECHO: Toxic echoes from the past: Newly elected Reform UK councillor faces backlash over offensive Hitler comparison in explosive social media post. - by Paul Faulkner, Dan Haygarth

FINANCIAL TIMES: Treasury to begin consultation as UK chancellor looks to encourage savers to invest in domestic stocks

THE GUARDIAN: Reimagining ownership: How public water could be Labour's path to renewal amidst electoral discontent. Embrace bold transformation or risk losing the trust of a frustrated electorate. - by Clive Lewis

THE INDEPENDENT: Mandelson's optimistic outlook on US-UK trade: can Trump's charm lead to deeper tariff cuts? - by Kate Devlin

THE INDEPENDENT: Starmer's diplomatic dance: How confidence and clever strategy could secure a crucial frigate deal with Norway amid rising geopolitical tensions. - by David Maddox

THE GUARDIAN: Gratitude or obligation? A daughter reflects on her immigrant mother’s struggle for acceptance in a Britain increasingly hostile to foreigners and the weight of unwavering thankfulness. - by Gaia Neiman

THE HERALD: Gillian Mackay challenges norms in bid for Scottish Greens leadership, asserting that her pregnancy will not deter her ambition for equality and representation in politics.

THE HERALD: The Catholic Church's ancient rituals gain newfound relevance in an increasingly secular Europe, sparking intrigue and reflection on spirituality’s role in a materialist age.

THE GUARDIAN: Civil service reform: Government aims to decentralise power and boost local economies by relocating thousands of officials from London to towns across the UK. - by Pippa Crerar

THE GUARDIAN: Denyer takes aim at Labour's complacency over net zero, calling for a bold worker-focused climate strategy as she steps down from leadership, sparking a green battle against Reform UK's narrative. - by Peter Walker

THE GUARDIAN: Reform UK’s council takeover: A looming showdown with local communities over climate, education, and urban policies amid rising right-wing populism in England. - by Ben Quinn and Patrick Butler

THE GUARDIAN: Reform UK councillors under fire for sharing far-right and Islamophobic content, raising alarm over the party's vetting failures following their recent electoral gains. - by Ben Quinn

THE HERALD: Doctors call for urgent action as Scotland faces critical shortage of GPs to enhance patient care and address systemic healthcare failings.

THE NEW STATESMAN: Zack Polanski seeks to steer the Green Party leftward, challenging Labour's climate strategy and proposing a bold eco-populism that targets inequality in the fight for net zero. - by Megan Kenyon

THE NEW STATESMAN: Labour's struggle: Understanding the emotional disconnect that fuels Reform UK's rise and the urgent need for the left to reconnect with disillusioned voters. - by Jason Stockwood

THE NEW STATESMAN: Shattering the silence on birth trauma: Theo Clarke's gripping expose reveals the stark failings of Britain's maternity services and calls for urgent reform to protect vulnerable women. - by Hannah Barnes

BBC NEWS: Union calls for bold investment to rescue probation service amid escalating prison crisis and warns against superficial reforms without proper funding support. - by Joshua Nevett

BBC NEWS: Starmer unites with European leaders in Kyiv, demanding an immediate ceasefire while ramping up pressure on Russia’s aggression. Will this coalition strengthen Ukraine’s path to lasting peace? - by Henry Zeffman

DAILY MIRROR: UK spearheads initiative to revive Ukrainian air travel, aiming for economic revival and peace amidst rising hopes for a ceasefire with Russia. - by Lizzy Buchan