From false health claims to misleading statements on immigration, politics and conflict—our expert team delivers impartial, evidence based fact checks.
Health
A MailOnline article and a press release both said that a new study found that eating breakfast earlier lowers the risk of diabetes. But the study did not say this. Read
A letter published in 2020 is circulating on social media as evidence that the proposed ULEZ expansion was ordered by the government. Read
The fake opinion piece has a ‘Grauniad’ logo in the corner, but some still believe the article is real. Read
Such trips would be subject to the full charge unless the vehicle used meets the emissions standards, although a temporary exemption is in place for minibuses providing community transport services. Read
Full Fact has seen examples of the fake alert in Somerset, Derbyshire and Inverclyde. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
Under Scottish government plans currently under consultation, only properties in Band H in Aberdeenshire would see an increase of £768.12 in council tax. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
We’ve looked at the numbers behind the Prime Minister’s pledge to halve inflation by the end of the year. Read
Health
The influencer claimed there are hundreds of alternative cures for cancer, listing several. None of these have been shown to work. Read
Health
A viral video on Facebook claims the essential trace mineral selenium can fight certain cancers. This isn’t borne out in the data. Read
The picture was taken in 1988, when Mr Musk would have been 17. 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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