UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to unveil new measures for those using heating oil and plans to extend these schemes to all households. The Independent reports that tens of millions of pounds will be set aside for support. The Times reports that two people have died and 11 are seriously ill following a meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent. The Daily Telegraph reports that British ships will not go to the Strait of Hormuz, following a request from President Trump for a "team effort" to open the shipping channel. However, the Guardian reports that Britain could send minesweeping drones to the strait. The Telegraph reports accusations against the NHS for meeting waiting list targets by "throwing patients off" them.