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Many of the papers lead on the proposed welfare reforms. The Daily Telegraph has an op-ed from Sir Keir Starmer as he warns the British state has become "overcautious and flabby". He writes in the paper that the civil service is "overstretched, unfocused" as he prepares for a major speech on Thursday where he will pledge a regulation shake-up.
Thursday's speech also leads the front of the Guardian as it reports an exclusive suggesting Sir Keir could face "his biggest rebellion so far" over his welfare reforms. The paper says it understands "dozens" of MPs have urged the government to reconsider.
The i reports it is "benefits turmoil in No 10" with MPs fighting the chancellor's plans to cut welfare. It says sources say reforms are not yet nailed down as Rachel Reeves "seeks to avoid a repeat of winter fuel cut controversy".
The Mail claims a "record five million people" are now in the higher rate tax bracket as it reports on the chancellor's upcoming mini-Budget this month. It also shares a picture of new parents Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright.
"Back peace or I'll ruin you, Trump tells Putin" is the headline on the front of the Times as the race is on to get Russia to agree to the US-proposed ceasefire. The paper also reports on the UK PM's mission to secure a trade deal with US President Donald Trump to avoid the tariffs.
The Financial Times reports on a show of "military might" in the Gulf of Oman as joint drills were carried out by the Iranian, Russian and Chinese navies. It comes as President Putin is under pressure to accept a proposed ceasefire deal from the US, which Ukraine has already agreed to. The paper also reports that top UK financial regulators are axing plans to impose stricter diversity and inclusion rules after criticism from politicians and firms.
The Metro leads on what it calls "export chaos" as it reports on the start of President Trump's steel tariffs. It says Sir Keir Starmer has refused to "join worldwide reprisals" against the levies despite urges from EU partners and MPs to take action. Starmer has said "all options are on the table".
"Trade war hammer blow", declares the Mirror as it reports Trump's tariffs have prompted fears for the job losses in the UK's steel industry.
The Queen sent a letter of support to Gisèle Pelicot, reports the Daily Express. It says Her Majesty sent the personal message after feeling "tremendously affected" by her story. Ms Pelicot's 72-year-old ex-husband, Dominique, was jailed for 20 years in December 2024 for drugging and raping her, and inviting dozens of men to also abuse her, over nearly a decade.
The Sun leads on the arrival of Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright's baby girl. It carries a picture from the couple's Instagram of their daughter named Palma.
A number of today's front pages feature a picture from the Cheltenham Festival, and the Daily Star leads with "The Cold Cup" as the famed meet is hit by snow with cold temperatures forecast to continue for tomorrow's Gold Cup jump race.
