BBC Headlines • May 21, 2026 00:03

The Papers: 'Don't cap food prices' and '20ft from WW3'

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A backlash against a food price cap proposal and Russian jets "buzz RAF spy plane" lead Thursday's papers.

Story Timeline

Tue 09:06 - BBC Headlines

Swinney defends food prices policy ahead of first minister vote

Tue 16:01 - BBC Politics

John Swinney wins vote to be re-appointed first minister

Tue 16:51 - BBC Politics

Supermarkets urged to limit food prices by government

Tue 19:02 - Sky News (UK)

Supermarkets 'encouraged to cap food prices' by government

Thu 00:03 - BBC Headlines

The Papers: 'Don't cap food prices' and '20ft from WW3'

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BBC Headlines

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09:06

Swinney defends food prices policy ahead of first minister vote

The SNP leader says the proposed price cap on basic foodstuffs is not intended to force a fight with the UK government.

BBC Politics

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16:51

Supermarkets urged to limit food prices by government

Any price caps would be voluntary apply to key groceries such as eggs, bread, and milk, the BBC understands.

16:01

John Swinney wins vote to be re-appointed first minister

The SNP leader is to be formally sworn in on Wednesday before he chooses a new cabinet.

Sky News (UK)

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19:02

Supermarkets 'encouraged to cap food prices' by government

Supermarkets in the UK are being encouraged by the government to introduce price caps on key products, such as eggs, bread and milk, in return for the easing of some …