Scottish Water says there’s no radium in its drinking water
A viral Facebook post claims a Scottish Water worker was overheard saying radium in the water is making people sick. Read
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Social media
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Health
Germany has not stopped using Covid-19 vaccines
A social media post falsely claims Germany’s government no longer recommends Covid-19 vaccination. Read
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Immigration
No evidence one million people legally moved to Britain in 2020/2021
Turning Point UK’s claims are based on assumptions that are not supported by the official data. Read
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There are far fewer than 850,000 registered sex offenders in the UK
A Freedom of Information request showed there are almost 100,000 people on the sex offenders register in England and Wales. Read
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No evidence the Queen ordered 80 Manchester United shirts
Or asked for Cristiano Ronaldo’s signature, for that matter. Read
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Wetherspoons Covid-19 reopening deal is fake
A Facebook post falsely claims Wetherspoons is offering a meal and drinks voucher to celebrate pubs fully reopening after lockdown. Read
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No plans to release Charles Bronson in December
A Ministry of Justice spokesperson confirmed claims on social media were inaccurate. Read
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Health
Video of ‘QR code’ detected in arm is not evidence of vaccine microchips
There are no microchips in Covid-19 vaccines. Read
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NHS Test and Trace has not spent as much as war in Afghanistan yet
A Facebook post wrongly claims UK involvement in Afghanistan cost 59% of NHS Test and Trace Read
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Economy, Business & Finance
Facebook post makes incorrect claims about TV licence fee non-payment
A Facebook post claims £50 million has been lost in licence fee payments this year. Read
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