UK Newspapers Front Pages: 1 February 2023

UK Newspapers Front Pages: 1 February 2023

Press Preview: Wednesday’s papers

Anna Botting previews Wednesday’s papers with the Observer’s chief leader-writer Sonia Sodha, and the director of communications at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Annabel Denham.

Daily Mirror

In an exclusive report, the Daily Mirror reveals claims from civil servants that Dominic Raab behaved like an abusive partner who would “belittle and demean” staff. 

Mr Raab has denied previous bullying claims made against him. 

The Times

Britain and the European Union have struck a customs deal that could pave the way to ending years of post-Brexit wrangling over Northern Ireland, writes The Times. 

The Daily Telegraph

According to the front page of The Daily Telegraph, officials fear striking teachers will still be paid, despite the vast majority of schools being closed on Wednesday.

Daily Mail

At least seven million children face missing lessons on Wednesday as the biggest day of strikes for over a decade takes place, reports the Daily Mail. 

i

Senior Liz Truss allies have told the i that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak must start delivering “urgent” public service reforms and targeted tax cuts to boost the UK’s economy. 

The Sun

The two young daughters of missing woman Nicola Bulley broke down in tears after their dad told them “mummy’s lost”, writes The Sun. 

Daily Express

The Daily Express leads with a story about the steepest rise in grocery prices since records began, with predictions suggesting annual shopping bills will jump by £788 this year.

Daily Star

Twitter has banned members of a bird charity from the social networking site for talking about woodcocks, according to the Daily Star.

The Independent

The Independent’s front page says parts of the country will grind to a halt on Wednesday as around 200,000 teachers take part in their biggest strike for three decades. 

The Guardian

Up to half a million workers will go on strike on Wednesday, including thousands of teachers and railway staff, reports The Guardian. 

Financial Times

EU member states have warned Brussels against giving Ukraine unrealistic expectations of being able to join the bloc quickly, writes the Financial Times. 

Metro

“You still don’t get it”, reads the headline on the front page of Metro, which leads with a story about a “disastrous” TV interview given by Matt Hancock. 

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