What the papers say – October 27
The nation’s newspapers are led by growing discontent among Tories over Boris Johnson’s handling of the coronavirus crisis in the North.
The Times, Daily Mail and the i report the PM is facing a revolt from “Red Wall” northern Tory MPs over the region’s “draconian Covid laws”.
The Times 27/10/20 Packed lunches were distributed at a community centre in Birmingham as cabinet ministers criticised No 10 over the free school meals row. Photo : SWNS. #tomorrowspaperstoday #thetimes #buyapaper @thetimes pic.twitter.com/VsxJ90D7Ak
— The Times Pictures (@TimesPictures) October 26, 2020
MAIL: @BorisJohnson hit by red wall MPs revolt #TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/vmguc21CaP
— Neil Henderson (@hendopolis) October 26, 2020
https://twitter.com/theipaper/status/1320862291693363202/photo/1
The Guardian says the disillusioned MPs have urged Mr Johnson to provide a “clear roadmap” out of lockdown, amid fears the Government is abandoning its “levelling up” pledge.
Guardian front page, Tuesday 27 October 2020: Northern Tory MPs demand 'clear roadmap' out of virus lockdown pic.twitter.com/4zqScZnoQM
— The Guardian (@guardian) October 26, 2020
Elsewhere, the Daily Mirror, The Independent and Metro lead with the PM’s refusal to bow to pressure over free school meals while people across the nation take it upon themselves to help feed the hungry.
Tomorrow's front page: Can't you feed nation's hungry kids, too? #tomorrowspaperstoday https://t.co/qy2aTf8IKZ pic.twitter.com/QW4X3G5cO6
— Daily Mirror (@DailyMirror) October 26, 2020
INDEPENDENT DIGITAL: @BorisJohnson refuses to bow to pressure on child hunger #TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/RBxU3TpSbn
— Neil Henderson (@hendopolis) October 26, 2020
METRO: Britain steps up to the plates #TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/fzvWfH7cie
— Neil Henderson (@hendopolis) October 26, 2020
And the Daily Star labels Mr Johnson an “Etonian bozo” for his refusal to support footballer Marcus Rashford’s school meals campaign.
Tomorrow's front page: Eatin' Mess#tomorrowspaperstodayhttps://t.co/JRtNuRkaJL pic.twitter.com/fWhTCicstY
— Daily Star (@dailystar) October 26, 2020
Meanwhile, The Daily Telegraph reports a study has found Covid-19 immunity only lasts a few months, meaning vaccinations “may be needed twice a year”.
TELEGRAPH : Immunity only lasts a few months, study finds #TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/ryotyhPKr3
— Neil Henderson (@hendopolis) October 26, 2020
The Oxford vaccine has generated a “strong immune” response in older volunteers, according to the Daily Express.
Tomorrow's front page: 'Milestone' in hunt for COVID vaccine#tomorrowspaperstoday pic.twitter.com/QaLtPtKVNz
— Daily Express (@Daily_Express) October 26, 2020
And the Financial Times leads with Chinese financial technology group Ant being set for a record initial public listing.
Just published: front page of the Financial Times, UK edition, Tuesday 27 October https://t.co/TOlWjOG7II pic.twitter.com/uCWNmB3MG6
— Financial Times (@FinancialTimes) October 26, 2020