Thursday's National Newspaper Front Pages

THE PAPERS' TOP STORIES

:: The Metro

Former footballer Paul Gascoigne has told a court of his distress when journalists were hacking his phone and suggested it was why he developed an alcohol problem .

:: Daily Express

Walking boosts mental and physical wellbeing, confirm two studies cited in the Express. A daily stroll could apparently reduce the chance of developing conditions such as Alzheimer's.

:: Daily Telegraph

The paper claims Chief Secretary to the Treasury Danny Alexander accepted a "potentially illegal donation" of more than £7,500 to the Liberal Democrats.

:: The Financial Times

Millions of people may be able to cash in their annuities for a cash lump sum, according to FT sources, building on previous Government plans.

:: The Daily Mail

The Chancellor is reportedly set to outline proposals for £12bn in welfare cuts in next week's budget, including restrictions on child benefit.

:: The Times

A record number of young people are being admitted to hospital for self-harm, eating disorders, depression and other mental problems, according to the Times front page.

:: The Daily Mirror, The Sun, The Daily Star

Suspended Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson allegedly "flipped" when he was offered a cold meat platter instead of an 8oz steak.

Controversial Clarkson could go to a rival broadcaster after he joked he was off to the Jobcentre, claims the Daily Star

:: The Independent, The i

Nigel Farage says workplace race discrimination laws should be scrapped and firms should be allowed to favour British workers when hiring.

:: The Guardian

The Guardian also reports on Mr Farage's comments, as well as on the admission by a top police officer that he lied and made mistakes when in charge at Hillsborough .

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