We fact check everything from Amazon deals that seem too good to be true to Tesco discounts that don’t add up. Stay safe online and spot scams before they catch you out.
Shopping
Argos has confirmed that posts being shared on social media claiming as much do not contain genuine offers from the retailer. Read
Shopping
A spokesperson for the company confirmed offers being shared on social media aren’t genuine. Read
Shopping
Fishing bait retailer Mainline Baits has confirmed the offers claiming to be for their products are not genuine. Read
Shopping
False deals from popular retailers like Shein are common on Facebook. Read
Shopping
The retailer has confirmed that this offer is not genuine. Read
Shopping
Posts promoting supposed offers that seem too good to be true are very common on sites like Facebook. Read
Shopping
A spokesperson for the restaurant’s parent company confirmed these offers are not genuine. Read
Shopping
Fake offers claiming to be from popular retailers and brands are common on Facebook. Read
Politics
A government spokesperson told us this is “completely false” while Asda and Tesco also confirmed there are no such plans in place. Read
Shopping
Despite claims to the contrary being shared online, the retailer is not selling food boxes of seasonal stock for £10 to people aged over 50. 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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