The Papers: Migrants arrive at 'record speed' and 'Fresh inheritance tax grab'
Summary
The article discusses two main issues: a significant increase in migrants crossing the Channel to the UK and potential changes to inheritance tax. Under the current leadership, the number of Channel migrants has reached over 50,000. Additionally, the UK government is considering tightening rules on inheritance tax to address a budget shortfall.Key Facts
- Over 50,000 migrants have crossed the Channel to the UK, reaching this number faster than under any previous prime minister.
- The UK government is considering changes to inheritance tax rules to address a budget gap of £40 billion.
- Inheritance tax revenue has more than doubled over the past decade.
- The proposed changes include examining gifts of money and assets to see how they can increase tax revenue.
- Local councils in the UK must house migrants, adding stress due to a shortage of social homes.
- A record number of eight million people in the UK now receive universal credit benefits.
- The i Paper reports upcoming restrictions on artificial stone imports to the UK following health concerns.
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