The violence in Coolock, 30 large buildings identified for asylum seekers, and Leo Varadkar's decision not to run in the next general election are among the stories on Wednesday's front pages.
Amid heightened tensions after the attacks at a site earmarked for asylum seekers in Coolock, The Irish Times reports 30 buildings across the country have been identified for refugee accommodation.
The Irish Examiner leads with the unrest in Coolock, while Leo Varadkar's decision not to contest the general election also makes the front page.
A Department of Housing review has found the State should help developers build more homes for rent, the Irish Independent reports.
Cork's head of policing has insisted the city centre is safe, The Echo reports.
The Irish Daily Star leads with a story on an alleged far-right plot to murder former taoiseach Leo Varadkar.
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The Irish Sun, Irish Daily Mail and The Herald all lead with the Coolock incident.
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In the North, the Belfast Telegraph reports the Orange Order chief has purchased an old Belfast courthouse which he plans to develop into a hotel.
A GAA safeguarding review launched a year ago is 'still being considered', The Irish News reports.
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GAA safeguarding review of a year ago 'still being considered'
120 SEN children 'no school place'
Orchard's colourful fans getting ready for a big day out at All-Ireland decider pic.twitter.com/C3Tzuos8Gs— The Irish News (@irish_news) July 17, 2024
Domestic and foreign politics take centre stage on the front pages of Wednesday’s UK newspapers.
Sir Keir Starmer plans to reduce powers to oppose new home or infrastructure builds by locals with his “take the brakes off Britain” scheme, reports The Times.
Wednesday's TIMES: Locals will lose right to block new homes#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/AtYoEssoDh
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The move aims to accelerate development and address housing and infrastructure needs, writes the Daily Mail, with residents only able to debate “how, not if” homes are built.
Wednesday's DAILY MAIL: PM: Only debate will be 'how not if' we build#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/ttmiXU7dZM
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The Guardian focuses on the “weeks of political deadlock” coming for the Welsh government as Vaughan Gething quits as first minister after months of political infighting.
THE GUARDIAN: "Turmoil For Labour In Wales After Gething Resigns As First Minister"@PeterWalker99 / @JamieGrierson lead the front page.
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Moves for VAUGHAN GETHING to step down follows months of scandal.#TheGuardian#IBPapers#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/14krkDg34G— ANDY GIBSON / InformingBritain.com on 𝕏 (@AndyGibsonTV) July 16, 2024
The Telegraph leads on Boris Johnson’s plea to Donald Trump, with the former UK prime minister urging the US presidential nominee not to abandon Ukreaine after Mr Trump chose a running mate who is a vocal opponent to America’s involvement in the conflict.
Wednesday's DAILY TELEGRAPH: Johnson asks Trump to stand by Ukraine#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/RqXD3afwSX
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The Financial Times reports Donald Trump’s new vice presidential pick has “cemented” European fears that a second term under Mr Trump would increase tariffs, reduce trans-Atlantic security ties, and end US support to Ukraine.
Wednesday's FT UK EDITION: Trump's choice of Vance as deputy fuels fears for security ties#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/YF0OEEfpzj
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The i splashes on UK chancellor Rachel Reeves’ push for a better relationship with the European Union in order to boost growth and to avoid potential tax hikes in the UK.
THE I: "Reeves Pushing For Brexit Reset To Help Boost UK Economy"@HugoGye leads @TheIPaper.
RACHEL REEVES is pushing for a better relationship with the EU in a bid to boost Britain's economy and avoid need for tax hikes or spending cuts.#TheI #IBPapers#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/5gmRnoeycY— ANDY GIBSON / InformingBritain.com on 𝕏 (@AndyGibsonTV) July 16, 2024
The Daily Express says senior Tories are criticising Labour for not having a clear plan to stop migrant boats, likening the situation to “Christmas … come early” for people smugglers.
Wednesday's DAILY EXPRESS: So how exactly will you stop the boats, Sir Keir?#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/DLFlmFbThx
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Metro splashes on a public letter to outgoing England manager Gareth Southgate, thanking him for giving the Three Lions its “pride back”.
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DEAR GARETH
🔴 Southgate resigns#tomorrowspaperstoday pic.twitter.com/rgZS8GOSaU— Metro (@MetroUK) July 16, 2024
The Daily Mirror dubs Southgate a “man of honour”, while calling the BBC’s overhaul of Strictly Come Dancing “desperate” in a bid to save the programme.
Wednesday's DAILY MIRROR: Strictly new regime#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/3IryVEQOxY
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Lastly, the Daily Star uses its front to look forward to what it believes is the best choice to replace Southgate as England manager: Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp.
Wednesday's STAR: Get us Klopp!!!#TomorrowsPapersToday pic.twitter.com/I5XZomoBkq
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The New York Times leads with a story on US senator Bob Menendez being found guilty in a high-profile corruption trial.
