The Guardian reports that Sir Keir Starmer's proposed social media restrictions are "far tougher than previously briefed." The publication notes that the decision to adopt stricter measures is likely to face criticism from certain MPs and campaigners. The Daily Mail states that Sir Keir had "previously opposed a crackdown on apps" and characterizes the ban as "yet another u-turn." The Daily Express cites the Conservatives, who describe it as "shameful" that it took "the prime minister's job to be on the line" for him to take action. In its editorial, the Daily Mirror hails the ban as a "win for parents."
According to The Telegraph, the newly appointed defence secretary is anticipated to receive the same settlement for military spending that led to his predecessor, John Healey, stepping down. Whitehall sources inform the paper that Dan Jarvis may seek to adjust the Defence Investment Plan to prioritize funding for more modern equipment, including drones.
The Times has learned that Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is now preparing to launch an immediate challenge for the Labour leadership if he secures victory in the Makerfield by-election on Thursday. Burnham tells the i Paper that, should he become prime minister, he will maintain the state pension triple lock and aim to revive the northern leg of HS2. A comprehensive list of candidates for the Makerfield by-election is available on the BBC News website.
Another potential Labour leadership contender, Wes Streeting, has used an article in the Financial Times to argue that the UK should attract more leading scientists and engineers. The former health secretary writes that a "global talent programme" is necessary to bring in 20,000 of the "best and brightest" over the next three years. He states that "voters concerned with high migration aren't so worried about tomorrow's Nobel prize winner discovering the future here in Britain."
"3 Lions on Alert" is the headline on the Sun's front page. It reports that England's football stars in the US for the World Cup were placed "in lockdown" after their hotel in Kansas City was "battered by an electrical storm amid tornado alerts." The paper notes that the players were watching Scotland take on Haiti when their phones lit up with warnings.
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