Does the UK have the world’s third most powerful military?
A think tank ranked the UK third in the world for “military might” but this isn’t the only way to measure military strength. Read
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From false health claims to misleading statements on immigration, politics and conflict—our expert team delivers impartial, evidence based fact checks.
Economy, Business & Finance
Have the most deprived councils seen the biggest reductions in funding?
Nine of the ten most deprived council areas in this country have seen cuts that are almost three times the average of any other council. Read
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This picture does not show the aftermath of the Extinction Rebellion protests
The litter was left after an event promoting cannabis use on 20 April. Read
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Europe
The EU referendum wasn’t quite the largest democratic exercise in UK history
More people voted in the 1992 general election than the 2016 EU referendum, but no single option has received more votes than the vote to leave. Read
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Environment
Do Conservative councils recycle more than Labour ones?
The best available data shows that Conservative councils recycle more of their waste than Labour. Read
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Lemon juice, coconut oil and stopping all sugar intake won’t cure cancer
We’ve seen no scientific evidence to show these alternative therapies can cure cancer. Read
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Evidence shows there is no link between the MMR vaccine and diabetes
A brand of MMR vaccine used in the USA (not in the UK) lists diabetes as an ‘adverse reaction’. But that’s not the same as a side effect caused by the vaccine. Read
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There isn’t good data on how much the NHS spends on translators
A claim saying NHS translators cost £100 million over five years is based on incomplete data from almost ten years ago. Read
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Economy, Business & Finance
Do Labour councils cost you £350 less in council tax?
We haven’t found a fair and accurate way to compare whether Labour or Conservative councils cost you more in council tax. Read
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Europe
Does the public want no deal?
Some polls indicate no deal is the most preferred Brexit outcome but others don’t. The results are heavily influenced by methodology. Read
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