The Papers: 'Workers face new tax' and 'Fury over Fifa plan'
Summary
The UK government, led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, is considering a new 1.8% tax on workers over age 34 to fund social care reforms costing £18 billion a year. Meanwhile, FIFA faces opposition from European football officials and fans over plans to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors.Key Facts
- The UK plans a 1.8% tax on earnings for workers over 34 to pay for social care reforms.
- The social care system overhaul could cost £18 billion annually.
- Burnham seeks bipartisan support, inviting opposition leaders to help solve social care issues.
- Critics worry private companies might be excluded from providing social care.
- A government proposal offers £4,000 to families on benefits to encourage youth to learn trades.
- FIFA’s president Gianni Infantino plans to sell parts of the World Cup to private investors.
- UEFA and others say selling World Cup stakes threatens football’s traditions and fan interests.
- Separate news includes wildfires in France and an earthquake in southern Japan.
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