With the redtops continuing to report on the royal break up
The Guardian returns to old fashioned investigative journalism with an expose of a private jail on Warwickshire.
Bribery and drugs exposed at private jail
An investigation by an undercover reporter working as a prison officer has exposed conditions in a private jail where inmates have easy access to drugs and mobile phones and subject overstretched staff to intimidation if they are too diligent in their work.
The investigation into Rye Hill prison, Warwickshire, has unearthed a catalogue of failings at the jail which has already been strongly criticised over the murder of one inmate and the "avoidable" suicides of vulnerable inmates.
The investigation into Rye Hill prison, Warwickshire, has unearthed a catalogue of failings at the jail which has already been strongly criticised over the murder of one inmate and the "avoidable" suicides of vulnerable inmates.
During the five-month investigation by Guardian Films and BBC's Panorama, the reporter, a former soldier, worked as a custody officer on some of the most volatile wings in the prison run by Global Solutions Ltd (GSL). He was asked by inmates to bring drugs into the category B high-security prison and assured that his "fee" of £1,500 would be paid into his bank account via Western Union, a practice an inmate claimed had been used before.
Allthe qualities steer clear of the royal news for their lead
Abortion crisis as doctors refuse to perform surgery reports the Independent
Britain is facing an abortion crisis because an unprecedented number of doctors are refusing to be involved in carrying out the procedure. The exodus of doctors prepared to perform the task is a nationwide phenomenon that threatens to plunge the abortion service into chaos, the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has warned.
More than 190,000 abortions are carried out each year in England and Wales and the NHS is already struggling to cope. Four out of five abortions are paid for by the NHS but almost half of those are carried out in the private sector, paid for by the NHS.
The reluctance of NHS staff, both doctors and nurses, to be involved has led to a doubling of abortions paid for by the NHS, which are carried out in the private or charitable sector, from 20 per cent of the total in 1997 to almost 40 per cent.
More than 190,000 abortions are carried out each year in England and Wales and the NHS is already struggling to cope. Four out of five abortions are paid for by the NHS but almost half of those are carried out in the private sector, paid for by the NHS.
The reluctance of NHS staff, both doctors and nurses, to be involved has led to a doubling of abortions paid for by the NHS, which are carried out in the private or charitable sector, from 20 per cent of the total in 1997 to almost 40 per cent.
'Rewards' for drivers who back road prices is the lead in the Times
Motorists will be offered incentives to take part in road-pricing experiments, under government plans to rescue its policy of reducing congestion by charging vehicles by the mile.
Rather than forcing drivers to install a black box, to track their cars’ movements, ministers hope to encourage volunteers by making the system financially attractive.
The Government was taken by surprise by the strength of feeling against road pricing in the petition opposing the idea on the Downing Street website. It attracted 1.8 million signatures, compared with 5,000 for a petition supporting road pricing.
Rather than forcing drivers to install a black box, to track their cars’ movements, ministers hope to encourage volunteers by making the system financially attractive.
The Government was taken by surprise by the strength of feeling against road pricing in the petition opposing the idea on the Downing Street website. It attracted 1.8 million signatures, compared with 5,000 for a petition supporting road pricing.
The Telegraph returns to the political theme
Bring on the challengers, says Brown
The Chancellor, who is the strong favourite to succeed Tony Blair as Labour leader and Prime Minister this summer, insisted he would welcome another senior Labour figure taking him on.
I've always said if people want to stand they should be free and encouraged to do so," he said. "That's a matter for them as individuals." Today, writing in The Daily Telegraph, Irwin Stelzer, a close friend of Rupert Murdoch, the owner of News International, fuels talk of a possible challenge by David Miliband, the 41-year-old Environment Secretary.
Feel free to stand for the leadership, Brown tells rivals reports the Mail
Gordon Brown has claimed he would welcome a serious challenge for the Labour leadership.
The Chancellor said any potential contenders should "feel free" to stand against him.
He threw down the gauntlet after former Home Secretary Charles Clarke claimed up to three Blairites could gather enough support among MPs to challenge him.
The Chancellor said any potential contenders should "feel free" to stand against him.
He threw down the gauntlet after former Home Secretary Charles Clarke claimed up to three Blairites could gather enough support among MPs to challenge him.
The government has more immediate problems today
Browne's job 'on the line' as he prepares to face Commons reports the Indy
Des Browne has been warned that he must resign unless he can show he still has the confidence of the armed forces.
David Cameron, the Conservative leader, ratcheted up the pressure on the beleaguered Defence Secretary, insisting he must quit if he fails to answer for the decision to allow freed sailors to sell their stories when he appears before MPs today.
Mr Browne will face a barrage of questions in the Commons this afternoon when he makes a promised statement on the affair.
John Reid, the Home Secretary, acknowledged the scale of the problems facing his colleague yesterday, admitting Mr Browne's job was "on the line".
David Cameron, the Conservative leader, ratcheted up the pressure on the beleaguered Defence Secretary, insisting he must quit if he fails to answer for the decision to allow freed sailors to sell their stories when he appears before MPs today.
Mr Browne will face a barrage of questions in the Commons this afternoon when he makes a promised statement on the affair.
John Reid, the Home Secretary, acknowledged the scale of the problems facing his colleague yesterday, admitting Mr Browne's job was "on the line".
Benn questions 'War on Terror' slogan says the Telegraph
Hilary Benn, the Development Secretary, will today risk angering George W Bush by claiming that the US President's phrase "War on Terror" strengthens extremist groups.
Mr Benn is to tell an audience in New York that the term, coined by the White House after the 9/11 attacks, makes small, disaffected groups feel that they are part of something bigger.
He will also confirm that British ministers and civil servants no longer refer to the "War on Terror".
Mr Benn is to tell an audience in New York that the term, coined by the White House after the 9/11 attacks, makes small, disaffected groups feel that they are part of something bigger.
He will also confirm that British ministers and civil servants no longer refer to the "War on Terror".
According to the Sun
Blair: My job done in weeks
TONY Blair paved the way for his grand exit yesterday by revealing his legacy will be sealed in WEEKS.
The PM will put the “final building blocks” in place with new reforms for schools and hospitals.
Mr Blair vowed that the changes would “stand the test of time” and secure his place in history.
His clear signal that the job is almost done sparked frenzied speculation he is ready to stand down.
The PM will put the “final building blocks” in place with new reforms for schools and hospitals.
Mr Blair vowed that the changes would “stand the test of time” and secure his place in history.
His clear signal that the job is almost done sparked frenzied speculation he is ready to stand down.
The Times reports that
MI5 adopts paedophile-tracking tactics for Muslim extremists
MI5 is adopting tactics used by the police to keep tabs on paedophiles and other sex offenders to monitor the activities of known or suspected Islamic extremists, The Times has learnt.
The threat from radicalised young Muslims is growing at such a rate that MI5 has realised that it needs the help of police officers on the streets to help it keep a check on extremists in their areas.
The police keep track of known paedophiles by collating sightings of them and noting whom they meet and which areas they frequent — a tactic that MI5 sees as ideal for keeping track of the movements of Islamic extremists.
The threat from radicalised young Muslims is growing at such a rate that MI5 has realised that it needs the help of police officers on the streets to help it keep a check on extremists in their areas.
The police keep track of known paedophiles by collating sightings of them and noting whom they meet and which areas they frequent — a tactic that MI5 sees as ideal for keeping track of the movements of Islamic extremists.
So to the redtops and the Mail leads with
William and his two other women
Prince William was dallying with at least two society beauties as Kate Middleton battled to saved their four-year romance.
He has been involved in a serious 'flirtation' with a well-connected young woman for four months - although he is said to be keener on her than she is on him, we can reveal.
At the same time the future King has been seen kissing and cuddling with an attractive blonde in a London nightclub.
But he has managed to keep both women's identity secret. Neither is among the string of names to be publicly linked with the prince in recent months.
He has been involved in a serious 'flirtation' with a well-connected young woman for four months - although he is said to be keener on her than she is on him, we can reveal.
At the same time the future King has been seen kissing and cuddling with an attractive blonde in a London nightclub.
But he has managed to keep both women's identity secret. Neither is among the string of names to be publicly linked with the prince in recent months.
WILLS ENDED IT BY PHONE is the Mirror's lead
PRINCE William confirmed to stricken Kate Middleton that their romance was over in a dramatic mobile phone call.
Kate, 25, was hoping for a reconciliation even though she and Wills, 24, agreed at an Easter meeting their four-year affair was on the rocks.
A colleague who saw her take the call in a car park at her work in London, said: "It was clear it was William - and definitely a tiff."
Heartbroken Kate Middleton paced nervously around a car park as she learned her four-year romance with Prince William really was over.
Kate, 25, was hoping for a reconciliation even though she and Wills, 24, agreed at an Easter meeting their four-year affair was on the rocks.
A colleague who saw her take the call in a car park at her work in London, said: "It was clear it was William - and definitely a tiff."
Heartbroken Kate Middleton paced nervously around a car park as she learned her four-year romance with Prince William really was over.
The Sun gives its version of events
Wills & Kate:Tears in the Alps
PRINCE William and Kate Middleton decided to part during tearful heart-to-heart talks in the Alps.
The Sun today reveals the truth behind why Wills, 24, and Kate, 25, broke up, after our exclusive announcing it on Saturday.
They realised it was over during a Swiss ski hol. A pal said: “They wanted different things — she needed more commitment. They agreed to stay good friends.”
Kate had not been happy that Wills brought chums to the resort of Zermatt.
The source said: “She really wanted to talk things through. The fact they were in a big group was a source of friction between them.”
The Sun today reveals the truth behind why Wills, 24, and Kate, 25, broke up, after our exclusive announcing it on Saturday.
They realised it was over during a Swiss ski hol. A pal said: “They wanted different things — she needed more commitment. They agreed to stay good friends.”
Kate had not been happy that Wills brought chums to the resort of Zermatt.
The source said: “She really wanted to talk things through. The fact they were in a big group was a source of friction between them.”
Perhaps the redtops should take head from the Telegraph's story
Leave William and Kate alone, says Blair
The Prime Minister yesterday appealed for Prince William and Kate Middleton to be left alone after a barrage of weekend media speculation about why the couple had broken up after five years.
Clarence House and Miss Middleton's family both declined to be drawn on why one of the world's most well documented romances, which many had predicted would result in marriage, had come to an end.
Clarence House and Miss Middleton's family both declined to be drawn on why one of the world's most well documented romances, which many had predicted would result in marriage, had come to an end.
The hot weather over the weekend is prominently covered
It’s August in April as Britain basks in heatwave says the Times
One of the highest April temperatures in Britain since records began was recorded yesterday as large parts of the country basked in a day of unbroken sunshine.
The 26.5C (79.7F) at Herstmonceux, East Sussex, did not threaten to pass the 29.4C record temperature for a day in April, recorded on April 16, 1949. But only once before, in 1946, has the mercury risen so high so early in the year.
Such was the heat that the country was warmer than parts of southern Spain and the Middle East. Beirut and Gibraltar managed 19C, whereas Almeria and Majorca fell behind at 18C.
As those in the cities headed for parks and riversides, seaside resorts were packed. More than 100,000 visitors flocked to Bournemouth, where they had to fight for every inch of sand. By midday most of the beach car parks were displaying “full” signs and more than 3,000 deckchairs and 1,000 sun loungers were rented out.
The 26.5C (79.7F) at Herstmonceux, East Sussex, did not threaten to pass the 29.4C record temperature for a day in April, recorded on April 16, 1949. But only once before, in 1946, has the mercury risen so high so early in the year.
Such was the heat that the country was warmer than parts of southern Spain and the Middle East. Beirut and Gibraltar managed 19C, whereas Almeria and Majorca fell behind at 18C.
As those in the cities headed for parks and riversides, seaside resorts were packed. More than 100,000 visitors flocked to Bournemouth, where they had to fight for every inch of sand. By midday most of the beach car parks were displaying “full” signs and more than 3,000 deckchairs and 1,000 sun loungers were rented out.
80 Degrees proclaims the Express on its front page
The problems for Paul Wolfowitz is covered in a number of the papers
Wolfowitz defiant as nations seek to push him out over job scandal says the Guardian
A defiant Paul Wolfowitz was clinging to his job as president of the World Bank last night in the face of attempts by European countries to force his resignation over the scandal involving a promotion for his girlfriend.
Development ministers delivered a public dressing down to Mr Wolfowitz when they expressed concern and warned that he risked losing the confidence of his staff at a meeting in Washington.
In a strongly-worded statement described as "unprecedented" by one senior G7 source, the bank's development committee piled the pressure on the former number two at the Pentagon to step down from his job running the world's leading development body.
Development ministers delivered a public dressing down to Mr Wolfowitz when they expressed concern and warned that he risked losing the confidence of his staff at a meeting in Washington.
In a strongly-worded statement described as "unprecedented" by one senior G7 source, the bank's development committee piled the pressure on the former number two at the Pentagon to step down from his job running the world's leading development body.
Whereas the Times reports on more problems for the Bush administration
‘E-mail Watergate’ scandal threatens Bush
The political fate of Alberto Gonzales, one of President Bush’s closest advisers, will be decided tomorrow as the embattled Attorney-General faces a congressional grilling over his role in the contentious dismissal of eight government lawyers.
The make-or-break appearance by Mr Gonzales before the Senate Judiciary Committee comes as Mr Bush faces a fresh scandal brought about by Democrat investigations into why the lawyers were dismissed. The White House has admitted that up to five million e-mails, including thousands by Karl Rove, Mr Bush’s chief political adviser, are missing.
The make-or-break appearance by Mr Gonzales before the Senate Judiciary Committee comes as Mr Bush faces a fresh scandal brought about by Democrat investigations into why the lawyers were dismissed. The White House has admitted that up to five million e-mails, including thousands by Karl Rove, Mr Bush’s chief political adviser, are missing.
Finally the Independent reports on what life can be like for a royal spurned in love
He was the dashing young prince whose every romantic move enthralled a nation devoted to its glamorous royal family. She was a young woman of sophisticated and cosmopolitan background, a beautiful socialite with natural charm and allure.
Their passionate affair delighted and enticed everyone from the gutter press to high society, impressing even sceptics of the royals with their style and youthful enthusiasm. Everyone, that is, except certain members of the prince's own family.
It was 1989 in Madrid, and Prince Felipe and his girlfriend, Isabel Sartorius y Zorraquin de Marino, were the golden couple of Spain. The prensa rosa - popular press - predicted a fairytale ending.
Their passionate affair delighted and enticed everyone from the gutter press to high society, impressing even sceptics of the royals with their style and youthful enthusiasm. Everyone, that is, except certain members of the prince's own family.
It was 1989 in Madrid, and Prince Felipe and his girlfriend, Isabel Sartorius y Zorraquin de Marino, were the golden couple of Spain. The prensa rosa - popular press - predicted a fairytale ending.
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