It seems unlikely the accounts resharing a viral post about the UK press are bots
The viral message began on Facebook in late April. Read
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Covid-19 fact checks
This page brings together Full Fact’s fact checks on Covid-19, covering common claims, vaccine safety and efficacy, symptoms, treatments, government policies, and misinformation. We review evidence, correct errors, and monitor evolving science to help you make informed decisions.
Health
Some PPE exported to the EU could have been used in the UK
At PMQs Dominic Raab was right to point out it isn’t necessarily the case that PPE exported from the UK could have been used here. But some PPE exported to the EU could have been. Read
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Economy, Business & Finance
The government hasn’t provided evidence for its claim that 15,000 arrive per day into the UK
Claims from the Health Secretary that 15,000 passengers are still arriving in the UK per day during the coronavirus lockdown haven’t been backed up. Read
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A Nobel Prize-winning immunologist has not said coronavirus is manmade, as claimed
Professor Tasuku Honjo said: “I am greatly saddened that my name and that of Kyoto University have been used to spread false accusations and misinformation”. Read
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The Maytrix Group receives no money from Captain Tom’s fundraiser
The company, which Captain Tom’s daughter is a director of, helped set the fundraiser up but receives no money from it. Read
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Here’s what you should know about photos where people look like they aren’t social distancing
Here’s what to keep in mind when looking at photos of crowds. Read
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This letter about inflammation in children is real but only refers to a handful of cases
So far there have been very few cases, but doctors have been warned to look out for these symptoms in children. Read
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Some context for the claims that Romanian seasonal workers are taking UK workers’ jobs
Despite optimistic reports, Britain is still in need of skilled farm labour. Read
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It’s incorrect that the money raised by Captain Tom is only going towards the NHS in England
The money will be spent on charities in each of the four UK nations. Read
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No, Jennifer Saunders did not write this statement about PPE shortages
A Facebook post about NHS PPE shortages has been falsely attributed to Jennifer Saunders. Read
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