The Papers: \'March for change\'\, and quarantine travel \'chaos\'

Newspaper headlines: 'March for change', and quarantine travel 'chaos'

By BBC News Staff
The Daily Mirror front page 8 June
Image caption "The march for change" is the lead story on the front page of the Daily Mirror, as thousands took part in anti-racism protests across the UK at the weekend. The lead image is of a statue of slave trader Edward Colston being toppled and thrown into Bristol harbour.
The Daily Mail front page 8 June
Image caption Also leading on the protests across the UK, the Daily Mail's headline is "lawless and reckless". The paper reports comments by Home Secretary Priti Patel condemning the toppling of the Colston statue. The Mail also pictures a memorial to Winston Churchill in London which was defaced. Graffiti sprawled on the statue called the former British prime minister "a racist". The paper reports comments by Ms Patel describing the actions of a "thuggish minority" as "disgraceful vandalism".
The Guardian front page 8 June
Image caption The government has been accused of "ignorance" on racism in the UK for suggesting that protests are driven only by anger about prejudice in the US, according to the Guardian. Shadow justice secretary David Lammy said it was "real ignorance" to suggest protesters were only angry about the police's actions across the Atlantic, with Labour MP Dawn Butler saying the government is "not listening" and lacks commitment to resolve "issues of racism in our own country". Earlier, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said he did not think the UK was racist. The paper also reports that people who have died at home alone from Covid-19 have not been found for up to two weeks.
The Daily Telegraph front page 8 June
Image caption "Quarantine won't work, Home Office concedes," is the headline on the front page of the Daily Telegraph. The paper reports that travel plans risk descending into "chaos" as new restrictions on people arriving into the UK comes into force on Monday. Citing a leaked Home Office document, the Telegraph says there is no way for officials to ensure details of those filling in a form at ports of entry are genuine and fines will only be issued if they are obviously false.
The Times front page 8 June
Image caption Meanwhile, the Times reports that Britons will be offered a "flood" of cheap airline seats and package holidays as firms try to lure "nervous" travellers abroad, according to industry experts. The paper also reports that Boris Johnson is due to announce tough new laws to stop foreign takeovers that present a risk to UK national security. It comes as concern grows over the influence of China. Companies that do not report attempted takeovers that could present security risks could see bosses hit with fines, disqualification or even jail, the paper adds.
The i front page 8 June
Image caption "Stay at home warning for northern cities," is the lead story on the front page of the i. English mayors, concerned by high reproduction rates in different regions, have urged millions to stay under lockdown - contrary to guidance being issued by Westminster. The paper also reports comments from a government scientific adviser that the UK's "late response" cost many lives, plus the PM's desire to open up the economy to avoid mass unemployment.
The Daily Express front page 8 June
Image caption Keeping the focus on the economy, the Daily Express headlines on Mr Johnson's "battle plan to save 3m jobs". The paper reports that the PM will fire the starting gun to kickstart the economy before 3.5 million jobs are "lost forever". Mr Johnson will tell ministers to find a way of lifting lockdown by mid-summer and keep workers in their jobs, the paper adds.
The Financial Times front page 8 June
Image caption The Financial Times headlines on warnings from the shipping industry that up to 400,000 crew are stranded at sea or at home by the global pandemic, leading to a trade "logjam". One industry expert tells the paper the situation is a "ticking time bomb", with growing concerns over the supply chain, rising fatigue and the safety of staff. The paper also reports that ministers have identified 22 June as the date when they want pubs and restaurants to reopen. The hospitality sector was not due to open until 4 July.
The Daily Star front page 8 June
Image caption The Daily Star's lead story is on the "weather shocker" that Britain could be hit with hosepipe bans despite hail and downpours over the weekend. The dry spring and hot summer could mean "large parts" of the country will be at risk of wildfires, the paper reports.

The UK's new quarantine scheme, which comes into force on Monday, risks descending into "chaos", the Daily Telegraph reports.

The paper claims to have seen a leaked Home Office document indicating that officials have no way to ensure details on travel forms are "genuine".

Fines will apparently be issued only for "manifestly false claims" such as you are called Mickey Mouse and live at Buckingham Palace.

The paper also reports that more than 50 travel and hospitality firms are lining up to join a legal bid by the airlines to reverse the restrictions.

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And according to the i, the head of the Channel Tunnel operator has written to Boris Johnson about the scheme, saying the extra admin it places on staff will pose a serious risk to the efficiency of the tunnel's operations.

There is a sense that the anti-racism protests are making history. The Daily Mirror's columnist, Darren Lewis, suggests that for black people the toppling of the statue of the slave trader, Edward Colston, in Bristol "could turn out to be our Berlin Wall, our Tiananmen Square."

On its front page, the Times reports that a new law is being planned because of growing concerns about the influence of China.

The paper says Mr Johnson wants legislation to stop foreign takeovers that pose a risk to national security.

The Times says it is feared that British companies could be more vulnerable because of the recession caused by the coronavirus.

Meanwhile the Chinese telecoms giant, Huawei, has taken out full page adverts in several papers, including the Times, the Daily Telegraph and the Daily Mirror.

It explains its 20-year long commitment to keeping Britain in contact with friends, loved ones and colleagues.

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The Guardian reports that a survey of international students suggests a 12% drop in those planning to come to British universities next year - with 40% of Chinese students yet to make up their minds.

The Times points out that if degrees were taught online, the fall would be sharper and most would expect their fees to be discounted.

The head of Universities UK, which represent university leaders, tells the Times there is a short window to convince undecided applicants and action is needed by the government.

Bugs Bunny will be safe from being shot at in future Looney Tunes cartoons, according to the Daily Mail.

The paper says that in response to US gun violence, the show's makers say they are stripping the hunter, Elmer Fudd, of his rifle and Yosemite Sam will lose his pistols.

But in terms of curbing violence "that's all folks" - the Mail assures us there will be knives, scythes and TNT.

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