Editorial Standards

Eagle Eye exists to inform, educate and engage the public through responsible journalism. These standards guide how our newsroom reports, edits and corrects its work.

Accuracy and verification

We check facts before publication, seek primary sources where possible and attribute claims to named sources unless there is a clear reason to protect a source. We distinguish confirmed facts from allegations, estimates and opinion. Headlines, captions and social posts must be supported by the story.

Fairness and balance

People and organisations facing significant criticism should have a fair opportunity to respond before publication, unless doing so would create a serious risk or undermine a legitimate investigation. We reflect relevant perspectives and avoid presenting one side as the whole story.

Opinion and analysis

Opinion, columns and editorials are clearly labelled and separated from news reporting. They may take a position, but they must be grounded in facts and transparent about the writer’s perspective.

Advertising

Advertising and sponsored content are labelled. Advertisers do not review or approve editorial coverage, and commercial relationships do not determine news judgments.

Investigations

Investigative work is subject to additional editorial review, legal consideration and source protection. We publish only what we can stand behind and explain our methodology where it is safe to do so.

Sources and confidential material

We protect confidential sources and handle documents responsibly. Do not send sensitive material through ordinary email or the contact form without agreeing a safer channel with the newsroom first.

Corrections

We correct significant errors promptly and transparently. See our Corrections and Complaints page for how to raise a concern.

Contact

Editorial questions: Contact the newsroom or call 07017138501.