The Papers: 'Andy U-turns on early release' and 'Hunt on for eclipse glasses'

The Times reported on a letter signed by all 43 chief constables in England and Wales, requesting extra safeguards for the government's prison early release scheme. The Daily Telegraph described the letter as unprecedented, expressing forces' anger over the possibility of killers walking free under the scheme. The Guardian highlighted concerns from the Napo trade union for probation officers, warning that the scheme could increase the risk of inmates being released by mistake.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced that middle-class areas would need to play their part and take in more migrants, following 3,000 small-boat arrivals in his first 22 days in power. The i Paper warned of rising grocery costs due to drought conditions, putting pressure on food and drink manufacturers already facing higher prices due to wars in Ukraine and Iran.

The Financial Times reported that Chinese car-part makers have amassed control over Europe's supply chains, leaving the industry wary of their growing influence. Actress Lucy Davis revealed on the Daily Mirror's front page that she has terminal cancer, with her co-stars from The Office expressing their support. Ahead of the solar eclipse, shops reported selling out of protective eyewear, with some customers queuing for hours only to leave empty-handed.