From false health claims to misleading statements on immigration, politics and conflict—our expert team delivers impartial, evidence based fact checks.
Economy, Business & Finance
Lisa Nandy said that bus fares have risen 60% in 10 years, which is correct using one estimate, but doesn’t take the change in wages into account. Read
Grenfell Tower was not built by a Labour council. Read
Health
No advice on handshaking has been issued by NHS England or Public Health England in response to Wuhan coronavirus. Read
It is perfectly safe to keep chopped onions in the fridge for up to a week. Read
There is no specific EU law on banning dredging, but while some governance does affect it, it does not prevent it. Read
There was not more ice than ever in 2015—the polar ice caps have been shrinking for decades. Read
Read separately, the quotes do not sound much like the new Wuhan coronavirus at all. Read
Shamima Begum is living in a refugee camp in Syria, not in secret in the UK. Read
The border between Israel and Egypt is commonly accepted as the transition from Africa to the Middle East. Read
A Facebook post claiming Einstein warned in 1949 that the rich control communication and damage democracy is true. Read
Fact checking claims made by politicians, public figures and viral online content can give you the full picture backed by the evidence.
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