image captionA series of claims over Boris Johnson’s conduct – including an accusation that the prime minister once said he would rather see “bodies pile high” than approve a third lockdown dominate the front pages. The Times carries new allegations that Mr Johnson said he would rather let coronavirus “rip” rather than impose a second lockdown last year. It also pictures drinkers in Edinburgh, as Scotland’s pubs reopened after lockdown.
image captionThe PM is “on the ropes” and “under siege” says the Scottish Daily Mail. It describes mounting questions over Mr Johnson’s conduct and says that its exclusive story on Monday – reporting the alleged “bodies” comments – was confirmed later in the day by the BBC and ITV. It also writes that Scotland has “toasted freedom” as gyms, shops and bars reopen.
image captionNo 10 “fights back over war of words” says the Scottish Daily Express. The paper notes Mr Johnson’s denial over the claim he said “let bodies pile high” – as he pledges to “focus…
