The Papers: 'There are more like Brand' and 'Steep cuts to EV targets'
UK newspapers report on the aftermath of Russell Brand's conviction, highlighting government concerns about potential predators in the media industry and Brand's alleged asset transfers. The coverage also includes updates on the Princess of Wales's Remembrance Sunday appearance and government plans to reduce electric vehicle sales targets.
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The story highlights the intersection of high-profile legal scandals, government policy shifts on climate, and royal public relations.
Image caption, Warnings about other possible abuse in the media industry from Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy fill many of the front pages in the wake of comedian Russell Brand's conviction on rape and sexual assault charges. "There are more like Brand" reads the Daily Mirror's headline, which goes on to explain that Nandy "fears showbiz could be shielding more predators like Russell Brand".
Image caption, The Daily Star continues by quoting Nandy saying the media industry "hasn't learned" from "the Russell Brand rape scandal".
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