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Logistics surrounding the World Cup match between England and Mexico in the early hours of Monday continue to lead a number of the papers, with Sunday People dedicating the majority of its front page to backlash over the shifting kick-off time. The paper’s headline reads: “Kicking up a storm”. According to BBC News, publicans across the country express frustration over the “dithering” over kick-off time as it impacts their staff rotas and bottom line.

The Sunday Mirror also highlights the issue, featuring England footballer Harry Kane and referring to the situation as a “World Cup fiasco.” Kane reportedly wishes for fans to enjoy “all nighters” if the team secures a victory against Mexico on Sunday night, which would propel them into the quarter-finals.

In addition to the World Cup coverage, the Mail on Sunday reports on Andy Burnham’s plans for a new tax on homeowners. The proposed “mansion tax” could lower the threshold to homes valued at £1.5 million, potentially impacting over 150,000 families with significant tax increases.

The Sunday Times reveals that Reform UK leader Nigel Farage may have violated MPs’ rules by failing to declare funding received from a convicted crypto-gambler. A spokesperson for Farage dismissed the allegations as baseless, insisting that no parliamentary rules were breached.

Meanwhile, the Sunday Express reports that HS2 has spent £77.8 million on consultants in just one year, raising questions about the overall costs of the high-speed rail link, which have already reached £46.8 billion. The financial implications remain unclear as the project progresses.