From false health claims to misleading statements on immigration, politics and conflict—our expert team delivers impartial, evidence based fact checks.
Economy, Business & Finance
More people have access to a food bank now than in 2010, so figures for food bank use alone can’t tell us about demand. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
We examine the exchange between the Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition over the Housing Benefit bill. Read
FIFA does have strict rules on political or religious symbols on football kit, which hit the headlines every few years. Read
Health
Around three quarters of maternity units reported not having any consultants present overnight on weekdays, according to a survey by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. Read
Health
If you appeal a Work Capability Assessment decision, you are more likely to win than lose. The most recent data suggests that about three-fifths of appeals are successful. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
The UK has dropped down a ranking of countries by attractiveness for renewable energy investment. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
The Committee on Climate Change has said that the government can meet its emissions targets and build a third runway at Heathrow, but only if strict criteria are followed. The Committee also called on Read
Economy, Business & Finance
The government publishes extensive guidance for its staff on handling benefit claims. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
Over a million food parcels were given last year by the Trussell Trust, but that isn't the same as a million people. Read
Education
New figures have been reported showing almost a third of teachers leave state funded schools within five years of qualifying. The figures are correct, but they follow the historical trend. Read
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