Fact checks

From false health claims to misleading statements on immigration, politics and conflict—our expert team delivers impartial, evidence based fact checks.

26 May 2017

Economy, Business & Finance

Why are more people using food banks?

In 2005/06, fewer than 3,000 food supplies were provided by the Trussell Trust. In 2016/17 the number of parcels handed out was almost 1.2 million. Read

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25 May 2017

Economy, Business & Finance

UKIP Manifesto: Costs of HS2

We've factchecked claims from UKIP's 2017 election manifesto. Read

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25 May 2017

Economy, Business & Finance

UKIP Manifesto: Overseas aid

We've factchecked claims from UKIP's 2017 election manifesto. Read

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