Full Fact independently verifies popular posts, images and videos shared on Facebook. We investigate misinformation that circulates in groups and pages, examining the evidence behind health, political and cultural claims.
Our team uses open-source research, data analysis and expert consultation to clarify what’s false or misleading.
Economy, Business & Finance
Social media posts claiming UK banks have introduced restrictions on daily cash withdrawals for people over 65 are not true. Read
Shopping
We regularly see social media posts falsely claiming the restaurant chain is giving away free meals. Read
Politics
The Department for Transport told Full Fact that these claims, which have been widely shared on social media, are not true. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
A spokesperson for the BBC confirmed this isn’t true, contrary to claims being shared on social media. Read
Crime
The incident, which posts claimed was filmed at a London train station, actually occurred at Barcelona’s Camp de l’Arpa metro station in 2024. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
A government spokesperson told Full Fact this claim, which has been shared on social media, is “completely false”. Read
Culture & Society
A viral clip is recirculating on social media and once again being shared as though it is genuine - but it’s not. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
A spokesperson for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs told Full Fact this is “completely false”. Read
Shopping
An Amazon spokesperson confirmed the offer being shared on social media is not legitimate. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
HMRC told us this is “completely false”. Read
