In the headlines
Home Secretary Priti Patel has urged police to get “tough” with fuel protesters, says the Daily Mail, after demonstrations yesterday jammed up several motorways. Under new laws, “go-slow” drivers can be imprisoned for up to six months and handed “unlimited fines”. Boris Johnson knew about specific accusations of sexual misconduct against Chris Pincher as early as 2019, says the BBC. Downing Street’s previous line was that the PM was “not aware of any allegations” about the former deputy chief whip, before correcting that to “specific” ones, before correcting that to admit he was aware of media reports and “some allegations”. A new hangover pill has gone on sale in the UK, says the Evening Standard. Intended to be taken two hours before you drink, Myrkl contains special bacteria that break down 70% of alcohol 60 minutes after the booze is consumed. “It’s a Myrkl!”