The Papers: 'No coherent plan for social mobility' and Strictly fix claim 'boshed'
Summary
Several UK newspapers cover a range of stories, including comments from the social mobility commissioner about the government's lack of a clear strategy, Health Secretary Wes Streeting's suggestion that the UK join a European customs union, and allegations about the TV show Strictly Come Dancing. Other reports cover issues like migrants evading justice, terminated care home contracts, and international interest in UK businesses.Key Facts
- Alun Francis, the social mobility commissioner, stated that the UK government does not have a clear plan for social mobility.
- Health Secretary Wes Streeting suggested the UK should join a customs union with Europe.
- There are claims from a poll that Strictly Come Dancing contestant Thomas Skinner was the least popular contestant, following allegations against the BBC.
- Reports indicate some migrants are allegedly avoiding justice by being smuggled out of the UK.
- Nearly 7,000 care home residents in England received termination notices for their contracts with only 28 days' warning last year.
- UK companies saw $142 billion in overseas takeover bids this year, a significant increase from the previous year.
- Princess Beatrice will reportedly not spend Christmas with her father, facing scrutiny over past associations, and will travel with friends instead.
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