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The Papers: 'Air traffic out of control' and 'RAF to help Saudis'

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UK air traffic control is facing backlash after a second system glitch this month grounded thousands of flights, prompting calls to sack the head of Nats. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has agreed to send RAF refuelling support to Saudi jets against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, a move covered across multiple front pages. Other stories include the expansion of Martha's Rule across England's A&Es and an NHS report finding a shortfall of 55,000 nurses.

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