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What the papers say – July 15

What the papers say – July 15

Today’s front pages feature an array of stories on the Government’s Huawei backflip.

Huawei decision ‘about trade, not security’ – company’s UK boss

Huawei decision ‘about trade, not security’ – company’s UK boss

Huawei’s UK communications director Ed Brewster told BBC’s Newsnight the decision was “bad news for anyone who uses the internet”.

Johnny Depp’s ex-fiancee Winona Ryder to appear on video link at libel trial

Johnny Depp’s ex-fiancee Winona Ryder to appear on video link at libel trial

Mr Depp is suing The Sun’s publisher News Group Newspapers and journalist Dan Wootton over a 2018 article which labelled him a ‘wife beater’.

Scots charity to build 20 paediatric operating rooms in Smile Train partnership

Scots charity to build 20 paediatric operating rooms in Smile Train partnership

Edinburgh-based KidsOR will work with the world’s biggest cleft charity to supply an initial 20 sites across Africa by 2021.

European court to rule on appeal against Apple tax bill

European court to rule on appeal against Apple tax bill

The European Commission believes the multinational paid an effective corporate tax rate of 1% on profits from sales made across the EU.

Barber opens at midnight to thank customers for lockdown support

Barber opens at midnight to thank customers for lockdown support

Tony Mann in Giffnock decided to start cutting hair as soon as permitted on the first day of hairdressers opening again in Scotland.

Significant reduction of virus before lockdown eased, study finds

Significant reduction of virus before lockdown eased, study finds

The Department of Health and Social Care commissioned the study into infection rates, which is the largest of its kind carried out to date.

Treasury reviews capital gains tax amid efforts to protect UK economy

Treasury reviews capital gains tax amid efforts to protect UK economy

The Chancellor has asked the Office for Tax Simplification to consider the asset tax as borrowing was predicted to reach £322 billion.

Doctor admits stalking paratrooper-turned TV explorer Levison Wood

Doctor admits stalking paratrooper-turned TV explorer Levison Wood

Wood made a name for himself through his documentaries and books about his epic hitchhiking journeys spanning several continents.

McDonald’s test safety measures in hopes of reopening dine-in restaurants

McDonald’s test safety measures in hopes of reopening dine-in restaurants

The fast food giant has reopened four restaurants for dine-in customers across the UK and Ireland to test safety measures.

Government urged to ban junk food TV adverts to tackle obesity

Government urged to ban junk food TV adverts to tackle obesity

A Public Health England (PHE) report found that being obese increased the risk of dying from coronavirus by 27%.

Second man charged with murder of Omani student stabbed to death near Harrods

Second man charged with murder of Omani student stabbed to death near Harrods

Mohammed Al-Araimi, 20, was fatally stabbed in Knightsbridge on December 5, 2019.

Banksy’s coronavirus-related artwork removed from London Underground train

Banksy’s coronavirus-related artwork removed from London Underground train

Transport for London said the work was removed due to its strict anti-graffiti policy.

Irish minister Barry Cowen sacked amid drink-drive row

Irish minister Barry Cowen sacked amid drink-drive row

The Agriculture Minister had faced criticism over recent days over revelations he was found to be drink-driving in September 2016.

Shop assistants fear abuse from customers over mandatory face coverings

Shop assistants fear abuse from customers over mandatory face coverings

The Government’s announcement that from July 24 shoppers will be legally obliged to wear face coverings has also left some questions unanswered.

Doctor admits stalking paratrooper-turned TV explorer Levison Wood

Doctor admits stalking paratrooper-turned TV explorer Levison Wood

Fiza Jabeen, 36, of Birmingham, admitted stalking Levison Wood, 38, who has presented several travel documentaries.

Asda bosses wait for ruling in Supreme Court equal pay fight

Asda bosses wait for ruling in Supreme Court equal pay fight

Store workers have brought claims after complaining that staff in distribution depots unfairly get more money.

BT: Huawei ban cost can be absorbed in £500m set aside from earlier cap

BT: Huawei ban cost can be absorbed in £500m set aside from earlier cap

Network providers must stop buying Huawei 5G equipment in 2021 and remove its 5G kit entirely by 2027.

China hits out at UK decision to strip Huawei out of 5G networks by 2027

China hits out at UK decision to strip Huawei out of 5G networks by 2027

The Chinese ambassador to the UK said the move was ‘wrong’.

Meghan urges young women to challenge leaders to create positive change

Meghan urges young women to challenge leaders to create positive change

The Duchess of Sussex gave the keynote speech at the 2020 Girls Up leadership summit staged online

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