‘It was fuelish’ and ‘£14bn for nuclear’

A majority of papers lead with Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s U-turn on winter fuel payments, after she restored the winter payment to more than three-quarters of pensioners. The Sun calls on Reeves to apologise, saying her original decision to cut the payment was “fuelish”.

The chancellor’s U-turn on winter fuel payments is “umiliating”, according to the Metro, which reports that reinstating the payment will mean Reeves saves just £450m instead of £1.5bn. It continues that the chancellor hasn’t outlined how the U-turn would be paid for, “adding to speculation of tax rises in her October Budget”.

“Humiliation” over the winter fuel payment U-turn also leads the Daily Mail, which describes the chancellor and prime minister as being “deluded”. The paper reports that Sir Keir Starmer is “ridiculed” for suggesting that reinstating the winter fuel payment is now possible because Labour has “fixed” the economy.

“Victory for pensioners!” declares the Daily Express, which says the chancellor’s winter fuel payments U-turn came “after 298 days of relentless campaigning” by the paper.

The U-turn “gets a warm welcome” from Labour MPs, the i Paper reports. But backbench MPs are also warning the Cabinet that they must “listen to backbenchers” to avoid a similar U-turn on planned cuts to disability benefits.

The winter fuel payments U-turn also features on the front page of the Times. But it also leads with a “stand-off” between Reeves and the Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, who the paper says was denied a request for more spending for police. The shortfall could mean police face “stark choices” over which crimes to investigate, according to Britain’s most senior police officers.

Labour’s pledge to spend £14bn to build the new Sizewell C nuclear plant in Suffolk and “get Britain off the fossil fuel rollercoaster”, leads the front page of the Guardian. “The biggest nuclear programme in a generation” will create 10,000 jobs, a move which the chancellor hopes will “overshadow uncomfortable decisions” at Wednesday’s spending review – like the U-turn on winter fuel payments.

Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg’s detention by Israeli authorities is the top image for the Daily Telegraph, as Israel says she and others on the Gaza-bound boat carrying aid are “undergoing medical examinations to ensure they are in good health”. But the paper also cites Energy Secretary Ed Miliband’s declaration of a new “golden age” for the British nuclear industry, after the £14bn earmarked for two new reactors at Sizewell. The new capabilities will “provide six million homes with electricity regardless of the weather”.

Brits are increasingly saying “for folk’s sake” to traditional religion and seeking solace in the “the lore’s prayer”, according to the Daily Star. The paper reports that more people are looking for the “meaning of life” in “wizards, goblins and monsters”, as attendance at traditional religious ceremonies falls.

The singed remains of a Waymo car following the LA protests features at the top of the Financial Times, which reports that California Governor Gavin Newsom is “set to sue” US President Donald Trump for his deployment of National Guard troops. The paper also reports that hedge funds are circling several French companies facing “painful restructurings” as they struggle with high levels of debt.

Under the headline “winter wonderful,” the Daily Mirror says Rachel Reeves has delighted pensioners.

The i newspaper says her decision was warmly welcomed but Labour MPs have warned her to water down plans to cut disability benefits, to avoid being forced into another embarrassing U-turn later.

“It was fuelish” is The Sun’s headline, while the Daily Mail says Ms Reeves and Sir Keir Starmer are “deluded” for claiming the original cut was right, and suggesting they are now in a position to restore the payments, because they’ve fixed the economy. Both papers are demanding an apology.

The Daily Express says the “humiliating U-turn” is a “victory for pensioners,” while The Daily Telegraph claims the change will cause chaos for the pensioners on incomes above £35,000, because they’ll receive their winter fuel payment, and then have to work out how to pay it back.

According to The Times, the chancellor has refused to meet the home secretary’s demand for extra police funding, despite warnings that the government could miss its targets on law and order as a result.

The paper says Rachel Reeves imposed a settlement on Yvette Cooper yesterday, after weeks of negotiations went to the wire. A source said there would still be a real-terms increase in funding for police, but it would fall short of what Ms Cooper had pushed for.

The Guardian and the Telegraph highlight the government’s decision to invest £14.2bn to build the Sizewell C nuclear plant in Suffolk.

The Telegraph says the move will address fears that the rush to build wind and solar would leave the UK vulnerable to blackouts. Writing in the paper, Energy Secretary Ed Miliband says demand for electricity is expected to at least double by 2050, and “new nuclear is a crucial source of firm baseload power”.

A report in the Daily Mail says Reform UK will later today appoint the TV presenter, David Bull, as the party’s new chairman, following the resignation last week of Zia Yusuf. The paper says Mr Bull made his name fronting a popular show about ghosts and the paranormal, on the Rupert Murdoch channel, Talk UK.

Finally, the Times and the Daily Mirror report that a new treatment, which zaps hard-to reach cancers using sound waves, is to be offered on the NHS.

The Times explains that a machine uses ultrasound waves to create a tightly focused cluster of bubbles from gases naturally present in the target tissue, and as the bubbles form and collapse in microseconds, they tear apart cancer cells, leaving surrounding organs undamaged.

The Daily Mirror says until now the treatment was available only in the US.

Two 14-year-old boys have appeared in court after a serious sexual assault on a teenage girl in County Antrim.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said it happened in Clonavon Terrace, in Ballymena, on Saturday.

Both boys are charged with attempted oral rape and both deny the charges.

They confirmed their names and ages through a Romanian interpreter at Coleraine Magistrates’ Court on Monday morning.

A passenger plane travelling from Leeds Bradford Airport had to make an emergency landing shortly after take-off due to a “technical issue” onboard.

The EI3673 Aer Lingus flight departed the West Yorkshire airport at 12:40 BST and was heading to Belfast City Airport when the incident occurred.

No injuries have been reported, with the airline apologising “for any inconvenience caused” to passengers.

A spokesperson for Leeds Bradford Airport said the incident had been dealt with “in line with our emergency procedures” and staff were working to make sure passengers were able to continue their journey “as soon as possible”.

Two teenage boys have been charged after a serious sexual assault on a teenage girl in County Antrim.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said it happened in Clonavon Terrace, in Ballymena, on Saturday.

Both boys have been charged with attempted rape.

They are due to appear before Coleraine Magistrates’ Court on Monday morning.

Pensioners will receive Winter Fuel Payments, with over 75% eligible. Recent policy changes may have significant financial implications.

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Global News is buzzing with significant developments, particularly regarding winter fuel payments and economic policies. As the world grapples with rising energy costs, the UK government has confirmed that more than 75% of pensioners will receive winter fuel payments this winter. This announcement comes amid discussions about a £14 billion investment in nuclear energy, aimed at addressing the ongoing energy crisis.

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On June 10, 2025, the implications of these financial decisions could reshape the landscape for millions. The government’s U-turn on fuel payments has raised eyebrows, leading many to wonder: how will this impact the economy? With nine million pensioners set to benefit, the stakes are high.

Fast Answer: The UK government’s recent decision to provide winter fuel payments to millions of pensioners highlights the urgent need for effective energy solutions globally.

This pivotal moment prompts US to consider the broader implications of government financial strategies. Are these measures enough to combat rising living costs? The following points summarize the key takeaways:

Majority of pensioners will receive winter fuel payments.

£14 billion investment in nuclear energy is on the table.

Concerns over the long-term economic impact of these decisions.

The global energy crisis continues to affect economies worldwide, making such financial strategies crucial for stability.

As we look ahead, it’s vital for governments to prioritize sustainable energy solutions. Will these initiatives pave the way for a more secure future?