Editorial Policy

Accuracy

• We check facts before we publish, and we say clearly what we know and what we do not yet know.
• Important claims are supported by at least one reliable source, and by two where practicable.
• We link to or name our sources wherever we can do so safely.

Fairness and impartiality

• We give people and organisations that are criticised a fair opportunity to respond before publication.
• We report on politics without favouring any party, candidate or interest group.
• Opinion and analysis are clearly labelled and kept separate from news reports.

Independence

• Advertisers, sponsors and political interests do not influence what we report or how we report it.
• Sponsored content, where it exists, is clearly labelled and separate from editorial content.
• Journalists must declare any interest that could affect their reporting.

Sources and anonymity

We protect confidential sources. Anonymity is granted only where information is in the public interest and cannot be obtained another way, and the decision is made by an editor.

Images, video and user content

We do not alter images or video in a way that misleads. Edited or reconstructed material is labelled. We verify user-submitted material before using it.

Dignity, children and privacy

We take particular care when reporting on children, victims of crime and people in distress. We intrude on privacy only where there is a clear public interest.

Use of technology

Automated tools may help with tasks such as transcription or formatting. A human editor is responsible for everything we publish.

Complaints

If you believe we have made a mistake, see our Corrections Policy or write to corrections@bocetv.net.