Editorial Policy

1. Accuracy and Verification

We aim to check material facts before publication and to use relevant, identifiable sources. Depending on the story, these may include official records, statements, documents, direct accounts and credible reporting. A statement from an interested party is not automatically independent confirmation of the statement.

When a claim cannot be independently verified, we should make that limitation clear. Developing stories may be updated as reliable information becomes available.

2. Allegations and Fairness

Allegations should be attributed to the source making them and should not be presented as established facts without adequate evidence. We seek to provide relevant context and, where appropriate and reasonably possible, seek a response from a person or organisation facing significant allegations.

We avoid wording that implies guilt, certainty or wrongdoing beyond what the available evidence supports. A lack of response does not by itself establish that an allegation is true.

3. Sources and Attribution

We identify and attribute sources where appropriate so readers can understand where important information originated. We aim to produce original reporting and writing rather than copying or lightly rephrasing another publisher's work. Quotations and third-party material should be used responsibly and attributed where required.

Anonymous or confidential sources require particular care. Any decision to withhold a source's identity should be based on a legitimate editorial reason and a careful assessment of the information's reliability.

4. Headlines and Presentation

Headlines, summaries, captions and social descriptions should fairly reflect the content of the report. We do not intend to use misleading headlines, fabricated quotes or unsupported claims to attract clicks. Important context should not be removed in a way that materially changes a story's meaning.

5. Corrections and Updates

If we identify a significant factual error, we aim to correct it within a reasonable time after verification. Articles may also be updated when a developing story changes or important information becomes available. Where appropriate, a correction or update should be explained clearly rather than silently changing a material fact.

Readers can report a suspected error by contacting us with the article link, a description of the issue and any supporting evidence. We review correction requests on their merits; a request does not guarantee that a change will be made.

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6. Editorial Independence and Advertising

Editorial decisions should be guided by news value, public interest, accuracy and fairness. Advertising and paid promotional material are separate from editorial reporting. Payment for advertising does not automatically entitle an advertiser to favourable coverage or control over independent editorial decisions.

Sponsored or promotional material should be identifiable as such where applicable. Advertisements reflect the claims of their providers and should not automatically be understood as endorsements by 247NewsCheck.

7. Images, Video and Illustrations

We aim to use images and video that are relevant to the story and used with appropriate permission, licensing or other lawful basis. Captions and credits should accurately describe the material and identify its source where appropriate.

Illustrative, stock or AI-generated images should not be presented as authentic photographs of a real event or person. Where the distinction could reasonably mislead readers, the image should be clearly identified as illustrative or generated. Images should not be edited in a way that materially misrepresents an event.

8. Privacy and Sensitive Information

We consider privacy, safety and the public interest when publishing personal information, especially information involving children, victims, vulnerable people or private individuals. Material should be relevant to the story and handled with care. Publication decisions should avoid unnecessary exposure of private or sensitive details.

9. Conflicts of Interest

People involved in editorial decisions should take reasonable steps to identify and address conflicts that could undermine readers' trust. Relevant personal, financial or other interests should be disclosed or managed where necessary to protect the integrity of the coverage.

10. Limits and Accountability

No newsroom can guarantee that every report will be free from error. We aim to act responsibly, respond to substantiated concerns and improve our work when shortcomings are identified. This policy describes our editorial aims and should be read with our Terms & Disclaimer andPrivacy Policy.