Trump's tariffs may impact the Irish economy

Today’s front pages cover significant news in Ireland and the UK. The leading story in the Irish Times and Irish Examiner focuses on Donald Trump's proposed tariffs and their possible effects on the Irish economy. The Irish Independent highlights the issue of expiring planning permissions, accompanied by a photo of the late Eddie Jordan, a well-known Formula One team owner. The Echo reports that 3,000 people in County Cork are currently waiting for dental treatment. The Irish Sun also features news on Eddie Jordan's death, while the Irish Daily Mail reveals that over 1,000 prisoners were released after just one day in jail last year, raising concerns about the justice system. In the UK, discussions about finding peace in Ukraine dominate Friday's headlines. The Financial Times notes that UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has changed his stance on military involvement. He will now focus on using sea and air power rather than ground troops. Meanwhile, the i Paper discusses plans for a security force to support Ukraine. Other UK stories include warnings from Defence Secretary John Healey about the dangers of nuclear weapons. The Independent shares comments from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, emphasizing that all nuclear plants in Ukraine belong to its people. Local council tax increases are reported by the Daily Mail and Daily Express. The Daily Telegraph anticipates a downgraded growth forecast from Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Comments from Energy Secretary Ed Miliband criticizing Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch are featured in The Guardian. Meanwhile, police are launching a campaign to track down the most dangerous predators targeting women and girls, as noted by Metro. Finally, the Daily Star discusses a long-standing mystery related to a famous broom from the show Only Fools and Horses. In the US, the New York Times reports on Trump signing an order to eliminate the Department of Education.