Ethics and Conflicts Policy

Fairness

Coverage should distinguish verified fact, allegation, analysis and opinion. Subjects of serious criticism should receive a reasonable opportunity to respond where appropriate.

Conflicts

Authors and editors should disclose financial, personal or organisational interests that could reasonably affect coverage.

Privacy and harm

We balance public interest against unnecessary harm, avoid exposing sensitive personal data and apply particular care to children and vulnerable people.

Plagiarism and fabrication

Copied reporting, fabricated scenes, fake interviews and invented sources are prohibited.